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z/Evolve - The Future of Mainframe Modernization
TL;DR
z/Evolve — The Future of Mainframe Modernization Overview z/Evolve , developed by WeRlive LTD , is a next-generation modernization suite designed to transform legacy Mainframe environments into agile, intelligent, and future-ready platforms — seamlessly, securely, and without operational risk z/Evolve redefines mainframe modernization by making legacy assets transparent, optimized, and intellig...
Key Takeaways
- 11 IBM Z16, Z17, LinuxONE Integration with: IDz, Zowe, Db2, VSAM, MQ, CICS, COBOL, PL/I, JCL, Python, Ansible Strategic Impact z/Evolve is not just a modernization toolkit — it’s a strategic enabler
- 2z/Evolve redefines mainframe modernization by making legacy assets transparent, optimized, and intelligent , aligning technical modernization with strategic business growth
- 3Vision To enable organizations to evolve, not replace — bringing decades of core business logic into the modern era through sustainable transformation
z/Evolve — The Future of Mainframe Modernization
Overview
z/Evolve, developed by WeRlive LTD, is a next-generation modernization suite designed to transform legacy Mainframe environments into agile, intelligent, and future-ready platforms — seamlessly, securely, and without operational risk.
Built for z/OS 3.1 and IBM Z17 architectures, z/Evolve bridges the gap between decades-old COBOL systems and modern hybrid cloud ecosystems. It combines deep automation, semantic code understanding, and AI-driven insights to empower enterprises to evolve — not just migrate.
Vision
To enable organizations to evolve, not replace — bringing decades of core business logic into the modern era through sustainable transformation.
z/Evolve redefines mainframe modernization by making legacy assets transparent, optimized, and intelligent, aligning technical modernization with strategic business growth.
Key Capabilities
🔹 Automated COBOL Refactoring
Converts legacy COBOL to clean, modular, and fully supported code compatible with z/OS 3.1 and higher.
Ensures compilable, readable, and maintainable code with preserved logic.
Identifies and removes dead code and unused dependencies.
🔹 XREF & Semantic Mapping
Provides a cross-reference (XREF) engine that visually maps data and logic dependencies across the system.
Uses semantic AI to understand relationships between programs, files, and data elements.
Enables architectural documentation that was never available before — essential for audits and transformation planning.
🔹 VSAM to DB2 Migration
Automates data migration from VSAM files to DB2 or hybrid storage layers.
Maintains data integrity with zero downtime and full rollback options.
Enhances performance and enables SQL-based analytics over legacy data.
🔹 Cross-Platform Integration
Integrates legacy applications with modern APIs, microservices, and DevOps pipelines.
Works natively with Zowe, IDz, Ansible, and watsonx.
Provides REST and GraphQL connectors to expose mainframe logic to cloud applications.
🔹 Knowledge Graph & Code Intelligence
Builds a dynamic knowledge graph representing every relationship in your legacy environment.
Allows real-time impact analysis and “what-if” simulations before any code change.
Enables AI-assisted documentation, testing, and risk detection.
Innovation Through AI
At its core, z/Evolve uses AI-driven automation to:
Discover hidden dependencies and data flows.
Recommend modernization paths (refactor, rewrite, or wrap).
Generate modernized code patterns using AI-assisted templates.
Simulate production behavior to validate performance before go-live.
This combination of semantic understanding and code-level AI creates a transformation process that is traceable, explainable, and fully governed.
Benefits
Zero-Risk Modernization: Non-disruptive evolution of mission-critical systems.
Regulatory Compliance: Meets banking and financial regulations (including NABAT 364).
Performance Gain: Optimized runtime efficiency, reduced MIPS, and enhanced scalability.
Cost Reduction: Lower TCO through automation and cloud integration.
Future-Proofing: Ensures systems stay relevant for the next decades.
Architecture Compatibility
IBM z/OS 2.5, 3.1
IBM Z16, Z17, LinuxONE
Integration with: IDz, Zowe, Db2, VSAM, MQ, CICS, COBOL, PL/I, JCL, Python, Ansible
Strategic Impact
z/Evolve is not just a modernization toolkit — it’s a strategic enabler.
It allows banks, insurers, and governments to modernize incrementally, without abandoning proven business logic or risking service continuity.
By combining refactoring, documentation, analytics, and governance in one suite, z/Evolve becomes the AI brain of mainframe transformation.
Developed by WeRlive LTD
Founded in 2018, WeRlive LTD is a boutique innovation and technology consultancy based in Israel, specializing in digital transformation, mainframe modernization, and AI-driven architecture.
The company works closely with leading financial institutions and global technology partners to ensure transformation projects deliver measurable business outcomes.
About the Author
CEO | Futurist | AI Visionary | IT Transformation Leader Owner and CEO of WeRlive LTD, a leading consulting firm specializing in IT project management, CxO-level advisory, and enterprise systems integration. Certified member of the Israel Directory Union (IDU) and an experienced angel investor in emerging technologies. With decades of leadership in IT infrastructure, customer success, and business innovation, I have built a reputation for delivering complex projects with precision, agility, and human-centric excellence. Today, my passion lies at the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, and future foresight. As a futurist and AI thought leader, I regularly publish strategic articles forecasting the future of AI, the evolution of digital society, and the profound transformations shaping industries and humanity. I help organizations anticipate what's next — by bridging present capabilities with future opportunities. My approach blends deep technical expertise, executive-level strategy, and visionary thinking to empower companies to innovate boldly, navigate change confidently, and build resilience for the decades ahead.
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