Modernizing COBOL Applications and Improving Performance with IBM COBOL Elevate for z/OS
Project and Program:
Application Development,
API's and Framework,
Programming Languages
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Proceedings,
2026,
SHARE Pittsburgh 2026
As organizations continue their application modernization journey, keeping pace with advancements in COBOL compiler technology, IBM Z hardware, and performance optimization solutions is essential. This session introduces recently announced IBM COBOL Elevate for z/OS and explores the latest innovations in Enterprise COBOL 6.5 and IBM z17. Attendees will learn how these technologies can help automatically identify and realize performance optimization opportunities in business-critical COBOL applications, accelerate migration to the latest COBOL compiler through AI-assisted code remediation, and enable developers to build and maintain more efficient, high-performing COBOL applications. By bringing together Accelerate, Upgrade, and Performance Insights, IBM COBOL Elevate for z/OS provides a comprehensive approach to COBOL modernization, helping organizations reduce upgrade effort, optimize application performance, and maximize the return on their IBM Z investments.
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