Progress is built on preparation. Nowhere is that principle more critical than in the enterprise environments that rely on the Mainframe. That’s why Broadcom has taken the steps so our customers can count on us for Day One support for z/OS 3.2 across our entire mainframe software portfolio. This is partnership in action. Building on our previously announced Day One support for the z17, it reflects our unwavering commitment to amplifying mainframe value by enabling customers to adopt the latest advancements – across the hardware and software stack – without delay, disruption, or compromise.
The new z/OS 3.2 marks an important step forward for organizations seeking to modernize their infrastructure, accelerate AI-driven capabilities, simplify hybrid cloud integration, and strengthen cybersecurity. With Broadcom’s solutions fully validated and ready from Day One, enterprises can immediately pursue the benefits of this next-generation operating system while maintaining the performance, reliability, and compliance they trust and rely upon today.
A Strategic Operating System, Fully Supported
The new z/OS 3.2 brings forward-looking enhancements that align with today’s business imperatives:
- AI Enablement: In-place execution of AI models on mission-critical data using open frameworks, APIs, and libraries to speed inferencing on the platform
- Cyber Resilience: Advanced threat detection, and new quantum-safe cryptographic algorithms to “future-proof” your data
- Hybrid Cloud Integration: RESTful APIs and Python support that simplify access to enterprise data
- Automation and Productivity: AI-powered workload and storage management to reduce complexity and provide a user-friendly experience
As with previous platform releases, Broadcom has worked in close partnership with IBM to empower customers to confidently adopt z/OS 3.2, knowing their Broadcom tools are tested, trusted, and tailored to support the platform and these new innovations.
For us, Day One support is more than a milestone; it’s a demonstration of our pledge to deliver trusted, high-quality software that evolves in lockstep with the platform.
What Broadcom Day One Support Delivers
Our Day One support covers technical compatibility, and it doesn’t stop there. At its core, it’s a fundamental commitment to customer success. Our mission is to empower customers to modernize on their terms with the freedom to upgrade when they're ready, backed by immediate compatibility, ongoing enhancements, and seamless integration with the newest z/OS features.
Here’s what that means in practice:
- Comprehensive Testing and Validation – We’ve tested our full suite of mainframe software solutions against z/OS 3.2 in real-world conditions to verify robust compatibility, performance, and security so our customers can upgrade with confidence.
- Seamless Integration Across the Portfolio – Day One support extends across our market-leading mainframe software portfolio, spanning tools for observability, automation, cybersecurity, compliance, DevOps, data management, and open frameworks.
- Zero Disruption to Business Operations – We’ve checked our solutions so our customers will have a seamless transition from their current platform to z/OS 3.2. Customers can deploy the new z/OS while maintaining stability throughout their environment with uninterrupted uptime for their mission-critical applications and workloads.
- Proactive Change Management – Through our Expert Change Planning program, we provide white-glove, hands-on support to ensure our customers have success with the z/OS upgrade and also with any other mainframe-related hardware or software transition activities, such as updating subsystems or modernizing application stacks. This complimentary service eliminates guesswork and minimizes the risk of unexpected downtime or performance issues.
Support That Goes Beyond Code
Broadcom’s approach goes beyond the traditional scope of software support. We invest in long-term customer success through initiatives such as:
- Mainframe Resource Intelligence: To identify optimization opportunities across performance, security, cost, and configuration
- Flexible licensing and deployment models: To give you the flexibility, transparency, and predictability needed to operate your business and mainframe on your terms
- Skills development and workforce resiliency programs: To ensure you are equipped with the talent you need to thrive on the mainframe today and tomorrow
The mainframe is far more than just hardware. With the right OS, software stack, and expertise – and the right partner to bring it all together – it’s a strategic platform for business resilience, growth, and value.
Ready When You Are
Be sure to engage with Broadcom experts to ease your path to z/OS 3.2.
We’ve applied our energies, our people, and our investment to help make your transition seamless and successful. We look forward to partnering with you on this update and all the ones that follow.