Category Archives: DB2 9

New DB2 10 for z/OS Migration Services

Posted on July 12, 2011 by laura

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve launched a range of DB2 10 migration services covering planning, implementation and training. The different services cover everything from a 1 hour management overview to fully interactive migration workshops and implementation support.  We’re also providing a … Continue reading →

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Our favourite new features in DB2 10 z/OS – part 1

Posted on April 28, 2011 by laura

CPU/Performance Improvements Most releases of DB2 in the past have kept performance regression very low, with customers typically taking a CPU hit of less than 5% out of the box (and all or some of that could usually be clawed … Continue reading →

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Julian Stuhler gives a top presentation at IBM Tech Forum – DB2 10

Posted on March 17, 2011 by laura

At last week’s IBM Tech Forum, Julian Stuhler of Triton gave a great presentation on DB2 10 for z/OS.  He ran through the major new features and plans for upgrading to DB2 whether you’re on V7 (it’s really time to … Continue reading →

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Quick Tip – DB2 Diagnosis Guide

Posted on March 16, 2011 by James Gill

Did you know that as from February 2007 (with UK21798 for DB2 z/OS V8) the Diagnosis Guide ships as part of SDSNIVPD – member DSNDR? Do a binary download of this to get the version that applies to your current … Continue reading →

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APAR UPDATE – INSERT performance in critical DB2 9 for z/OS tables

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Julian

Are you trying to improve INSERT performance in your critical DB2 9 for z/OS tables? Many DB2 experts have given excellent presentations on this important subject, and there are several good techniques you can use to reduce the elapsed time for … Continue reading →

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DB2 Geek Confession of the Month

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Administrator

March 2010- Unintended Consequences We’ve all done it.  You see a great new feature in DB2 and jump headling into using it without fully appreciating all of the implications.  Here’s a case in point: One of our clients is a … Continue reading →

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Techie Tip – Real Time Statistics (RTS) feature

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Julian

If you make use of RTS and DEFINE NO, you might want to review your processes to ensure that you’re picking up all of the tablespaces you should be…… Since V7 of DB2 for z/OS, IBM has provided a Real … Continue reading →

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10% Discount on DB2 Symposium for Triton Newsletter Subscribers

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Administrator

Are you moving to Version 9 in 2010?  Attend the DB2 Symposium on 8-9th March for the DB2 for z/OS Version 9 Transition Class in London. Look out for your 10% discount code in our newsletter coming out shortly.  Don’t currently … Continue reading →

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Don’t forget – Hints and tips to get the most out of IBM DB2 9 for z/OS

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Administrator

January 26, 2010, 11 a.m., Eastern Standard Time, 4:00 p.m. UTC Learn about the wealth of new features in DB2 9 for z/OS!  Join this free teleconference from IBM and you will see how it’s new features improve business efficiency … Continue reading →

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DB2 9 for z/OS potential data corruption and DB2 crash

Posted on January 14, 2010 by Administrator

IBM has issued a “Red Alert” for DB2 9 for z/OS. DB2 9 for z/OS potential data corruption and DB2 crash after using the CATMAINT UPDATE SCHEMA SWITCH utility, which is new in DB2 9. For full details click here … Continue reading →

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