CA VM:Account Modernization Guide

CA VM:Account is a resource usage accounting and chargeback system for z/VM environments. It collects SMF data, processes it, and generates reports for chargeback, capacity planning, and system usage analysis.

CA VM:Account uses SMF records generated by z/VM to track resource consumption. It then processes these records to produce reports.

The key benefits include accurate chargeback based on actual resource usage, improved capacity planning through detailed usage analysis, and better understanding of system utilization.

CA VM:Account relies on z/VM System Management Facilities (SMF) to capture resource usage data. It then processes this data using its own reporting engine.

The system uses configuration files to define processing parameters, report formats, and chargeback rates. These files are typically maintained by system administrators.

While specific API details are not publicly documented, CA VM:Account primarily interacts with z/VM through standard system interfaces and SMF data collection.

By providing detailed resource usage data, CA VM:Account enables organizations to implement accurate chargeback mechanisms, ensuring that departments are billed fairly for the resources they consume.

The system's reporting capabilities allow for informed capacity planning decisions, helping organizations to optimize resource allocation and avoid unnecessary hardware investments.

CA VM:Account helps to identify underutilized resources, allowing organizations to reclaim them and improve overall system efficiency.

CA VM:Account leverages the security features of the underlying z/VM system. Access to reports and configuration files is typically controlled through z/VM's security mechanisms.

The system relies on z/VM's authentication mechanisms for user access. Specific authentication methods supported depend on the z/VM configuration.

CA VM:Account's audit logging capabilities are integrated with z/VM's SMF. All relevant events are logged for auditing and compliance purposes.

CA VM:Account is typically administered through a combination of z/VM console commands and configuration file editing. The specific interfaces depend on the z/VM environment.

User management is handled through z/VM's user administration tools. CA VM:Account leverages these tools to control access to its features and reports.

Monitoring is typically performed by reviewing CA VM:Account's reports and logs. Integration with z/VM's monitoring tools is also possible.