Endevor Modernization Guide

Endevor is a software change and configuration management (SCCM) solution that manages, protects, and controls software assets. It automates the software development lifecycle, providing version control, impact analysis, and audit trails.

Endevor manages source code, JCL, datasets, and other software components. It supports various programming languages and platforms, primarily focusing on z/OS environments.

Endevor provides features such as version control, impact analysis, automated builds and deployments, security, and audit reporting. It helps organizations maintain control over their software assets and streamline the development process.

Endevor uses a repository-based architecture where software assets are stored and managed. It includes components for managing inventory, processing changes, and generating reports.

Common Endevor commands include `PACKAGE`, `TRANSFER`, `GENERATE`, `MOVE`, `DELETE`, and `LIST`. These commands are used to manage software components through different stages of the development lifecycle.

Endevor exposes APIs, including a REST API, for integration with other tools and systems. These APIs allow for automating tasks, retrieving information, and managing software assets programmatically.

Endevor's architecture includes components such as the Endevor processor, the Endevor repository, and the Endevor Web Services. These components work together to manage software assets and provide access to Endevor functionality.

Endevor uses VSAM datasets to store its repository data. It also uses standard z/OS security mechanisms for authentication and authorization.

A basic Endevor command syntax example is: `BC1PAPI BATCH ENVRNMNT(DEV) SYSTEM(PAYROLL) SUBSYSTEM(COBOL) TYPE(SRCE) ELEMENT(PGM001) STAGEID(1) ACTION(MOVE)`. This command moves the element PGM001 from one stage to another.

Endevor helps organizations reduce the risk of software errors and outages by providing version control and impact analysis. It also streamlines the development process, leading to faster time-to-market for new applications and features.

By automating software deployments and providing audit trails, Endevor helps organizations meet compliance requirements and reduce the cost of audits. It also improves collaboration between development teams.

Endevor integrates with other development tools and systems, such as IDEs, build tools, and deployment automation platforms. This integration helps organizations create a seamless development pipeline and improve overall efficiency.

Endevor supports authentication methods such as LDAP, RACF, and ACF2. These methods ensure that only authorized users can access Endevor resources.

Endevor uses a role-based access control (RBAC) model to manage user permissions. This model allows administrators to assign roles to users and grant permissions based on those roles.

Endevor encrypts sensitive data, such as passwords and cryptographic keys, using industry-standard encryption algorithms. It also provides audit logging capabilities to track user activity and detect security breaches.

Endevor provides comprehensive audit trails that track all changes made to software assets. These audit trails can be used to identify and investigate security incidents, as well as to meet compliance requirements.

Endevor provides a web-based interface and a command-line interface (CLI) for administrative tasks. These interfaces allow administrators to manage users, configure settings, and monitor system activity.

User management in Endevor is handled through the administrative interfaces. Administrators can add, modify, and delete users, as well as assign roles and permissions.

Endevor provides monitoring and logging capabilities that allow administrators to track system performance and identify potential issues. These capabilities include real-time dashboards, alerts, and detailed log files.

Key configuration parameters include defining environments, systems, subsystems, and types. These parameters determine how software assets are organized and managed within Endevor.