Skyward Data

In this episode of Skyward Data, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how aerospace and defense organizations can unlock mission-critical data — instantly, securely, and without disruption — to power AI, strengthen cybersecurity, modernize storage, and ensure mission readiness. From flight operations and defense intelligence to compliance and secure collaboration, much of A&D’s most v...

In this Skyward Data episode, Vince Re, CTO of VirtualZ and the original architect behind much of today’s mainframe innovation, walks through a live demo of PropelZ™ in its new Incremental Mode — showing how it delivers faster, smarter data movement without reprocessing entire files. Over seven minutes, Vince demonstrates how PropelZ captures, transforms, and updates VSAM data directly into a mode...

The media and entertainment industry is transforming fast. AI, cloud, and real-time analytics are reshaping how content is created, delivered, and monetized — but much of the industry’s most valuable data remains locked in mainframes, legacy storage, and outdated systems. In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how VirtualZ solutions unlock mission-critical data instantl...

In this episode of Skyward Data, VirtualZ Computing co-founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re sit down with 21CS's Brittney Painter and Gonzalo Muelas Serrano to discuss the launch of PropelZ™ for VSE and the debut of VSEn 6.4. Together, they explore how PropelZ’s no-code, multi-platform architecture enables seamless data movement from VSE, z/OS, and other enterprise platforms to modern databases and...

Manufacturers are under pressure to modernize. Supply chain volatility, cyber threats, and customer demands for speed and customization are reshaping how products are designed, built, and delivered. Yet much of the industry’s most valuable data is still locked in mainframes, tapes, and outdated systems. In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how VirtualZ unlocks mission...

In this episode of the Skyward Data podcast, VirtualZ Computing Co-Founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re explore how FlowZ™ is transforming file movement and integration across mainframe and cloud environments. They unpack the persistent challenges of traditional ETL and file transfer from IBM Z, and show how FlowZ enables no-code, bidirectional file sharing for DevOps pipelines, testing frameworks,...

Education is being transformed by AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and the demand for digital-first experiences. But much of the most valuable data in schools, colleges, and universities is still trapped in mainframes, tape archives, and outdated systems. In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explains how VirtualZ unlocks institutional data instantly, securely, and without d...

In this episode, VirtualZ Computing Co-Founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re explore how the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) impacts financial institutions — and how FlowZ™ helps mainframe teams meet Article 12 backup, recovery, and segregation requirements efficiently and cost-effectively. You’ll learn: What DORA Article 12 requires for ICT resilience, backup, and recovery How FlowZ™...

The pharmaceutical industry is in the midst of a digital transformation. AI, cloud, and real-time analytics are reshaping drug discovery, compliance, and supply chain management — but much of pharma’s most valuable data is still locked away in mainframes, tape archives, and outdated systems. In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how VirtualZ solutions unlock data insta...

Linux is the world’s most widely used server platform — powering clouds, supercomputers, and enterprise data centers. Its stability, security, and cost-effectiveness have made it the foundation for modernization and hybrid cloud strategies. Now, PropelZ™ brings no-code ELT to Linux. Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explains how enterprises can move data from Linux into Snowflake, BigQuery,...

In this episode of Skyward Data, we dive into FlowZ™, the no-code solution that’s transforming how enterprises move mainframe files — in real time — without relying on fragile ETL pipelines, virtual disks, or legacy scripting. Dustin Froyum, Co-Founder of VirtualZ Computing, and Vince Re, VirtualZ’s CTO and the original architect behind CA Top Secret, to walk through why FlowZ is uniquely timed fo...

From IBM i to AI—fast. In this episode, discover how PropelZ™ for IBM i (AS/400) delivers no-code data access that takes your business-critical data anywhere it needs to go: cloud, modern databases, analytics, or AI platforms. PropelZ installs in minutes, configures in hours, and gets you from installation to operation in less than a day. You’ll learn how to offload reporting workloads, cutting co...

The utilities and energy industry is at a turning point. Smart grids, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and customer demand for clean, reliable service are reshaping the future — but much of the industry’s most valuable data is still locked away in mainframes, tapes, and legacy systems. In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how utilities can unlock their mission-cr...

VSEn data deserves the same agility as any modern platform. In this episode, we introduce PropelZ™ for VSEn — the no-code solution that moves mainframe data to the cloud, to analytics platforms, and even into AI pipelines in hours, not months. You’ll hear to go from installation to operation in under 24 hours, offloading read workloads and unlocking VSEn data for compliance, reporting, and innovat...

The travel and hospitality industry is transforming fast — driven by AI, cloud computing, mobile-first experiences, cybersecurity demands, and rising customer expectations. But much of the critical data powering reservations, loyalty programs, and billing still lives on IBM Z mainframes and decades-old archives. In this episode, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how to unlock that...

In this episode of Skyward Data, we’re excited to introduce FlowZ™, the latest innovation from VirtualZ Computing™—purpose-built for fast, simple, no-code file sharing from IBM Z mainframes to the cloud. Your mainframe is generating valuable business data every day—but legacy file transfer tools are slow, manual, and complex. Enter FlowZ™, a lightweight solution that moves files instantly and secu...

The telecom industry is transforming fast — but much of its most valuable data is still locked away in mainframes, legacy systems, and decades-old archives. In this episode of Skyward Data, Jeanne Glass, CEO of VirtualZ Computing, explores how telecom providers can unlock mission-critical data instantly, securely, and without disruption to meet the demands of AI, cloud-native networks, rising cybe...

In this episode of Skyward Data, host Dustin Froyum explores the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and what it means for organizations running on mainframes. With compliance deadlines, Article 12 stands out—requiring robust backup policies, recovery procedures, and logically segregated systems. Dustin breaks down the key requirements of Article 12 and shows how VirtualZ Co...

In this live session recorded at SHARE Cleveland 2025, explore how to modernize mainframe storage and streamline file sharing — instantly, securely, and without complexity. Join Jeanne Glass and Vince Re of VirtualZ and Jerry Edgington and Len Santalucia of Pellera as they introduce two powerful software solutions: FlowZ™ and Zaac™. Learn how these no-code tools enable: 1. Instant provisioning of...

Modernizing mainframe reporting doesn’t have to be complex or costly. In this session, VirtualZ Co-Founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re walk through the challenges organizations face with legacy mainframe reporting tools—and how PropelZ™ simplifies the process. You’ll learn how PropelZ: 1. Connects mainframe data to modern reporting and BI platforms like Tableau, Power BI, and Splunk 2. Transforms...

FlowZ™ moves mainframe files anywhere — SAN/NAS storage, cloud file systems, AI/ML pipelines, analytics platforms, and more — without disrupting existing systems. In this demo, you’ll see: 1. Lightning-fast install — ready to use in seconds 2. Real-world example — moving mainframe files to SAN storage using standard commands and JCL 3. High-performance transfer — full 3390 disk dump in ~1:20 4. Fl...

In this episode of Skyward Data, we explore the top five data initiatives for 2025—and how enterprises can achieve them without ripping and replacing their infrastructure. From real-time application modernization to AI and ML integration, scalable data lakes, hybrid file sharing, and enhanced compliance, we share how VirtualZ’s software portfolio—Lozen™, PropelZ™, Zaac™, and FlowZ™—is redefining w...

Join VirtualZ Computing Co-Founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re for a deep dive into unlocking real-time observability of IBM Z mainframe data using PropelZ™. We explore how organizations can stream SMF data, console messages, and other operational logs from IBM Z directly into tools like Splunk, Elastic, and other SIEM or observability platforms — with no coding or scripting required. In this sess...

In healthcare, data locked away in legacy systems can slow down care and raise compliance risks. This episode helps you imagine how you can securely unlock patient, billing, and research data — in real time and without disruption. Learn how no-code, AI-ready data access enables faster diagnostics, predictive care, stronger HIPAA compliance, and better outcomes for patients. Discover how you can mo...

In this episode of Skyward Data, VirtualZ co-founders Dustin Froyum and Vince Re dive into the challenges of accessing and integrating mainframe data — and how PropelZ™ delivers a fast, no-code solution to move your data wherever it’s needed. You’ll learn: Why legacy ETL, replication, and change data capture (CDC) are slow, costly, and fragile How PropelZ™ enables mainframe-to-cloud data movement...