Move Right Modernization Guide

Move Right automates Canadian change of address (COA) processing, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with postal regulations.

Move Right validates addresses against the Canada Post NCOA database, updating records with new addresses and flagging undeliverable addresses.

Move Right integrates with existing z/OS-based systems using COBOL copybooks and batch processing.

Move Right provides detailed reports on address changes, undeliverable addresses, and overall data quality.

Move Right uses COBOL copybooks for data definition and batch jobs for processing. Configuration files define the input data format and processing parameters.

Move Right primarily uses batch processing via JCL (Job Control Language) on z/OS. Data is passed through sequential files.

Move Right does not expose standard APIs like REST or SOAP. Integration is achieved through batch processing and file exchange.

Move Right's architecture includes a data validation engine, a matching engine, and a reporting module. These components communicate through internal z/OS processes.

Move Right uses sequential files and VSAM datasets for data storage on z/OS.

Move Right reduces costs associated with undeliverable mail and improves customer communication by ensuring accurate address data.

Move Right ensures compliance with Canada Post regulations for address accuracy, avoiding penalties and maintaining data integrity.

By automating address updates, Move Right frees up staff time for other tasks, improving overall efficiency.

Accurate address data improves marketing campaign effectiveness and reduces waste, leading to a better return on investment.

Move Right relies on z/OS security features for authentication and authorization. It integrates with RACF or ACF2 for user management.

Move Right uses the z/OS access control model, which is primarily ACL-based, managed through RACF or ACF2.

Data transmission within the z/OS environment is secured using standard z/OS security protocols. Data at rest is not encrypted by default but can be encrypted using z/OS encryption facilities.

Move Right leverages z/OS System Management Facilities (SMF) for auditing and logging. All access and modifications are logged.

Move Right is administered through z/OS console commands and batch jobs. Configuration parameters are set in control cards within JCL.

User management is handled through RACF or ACF2 on z/OS. Move Right uses these security systems for authentication and authorization.

Key configuration parameters include input data format, output file specifications, and matching criteria. These are defined in JCL control cards.

Move Right uses z/OS SMF for logging and monitoring. Performance and error information can be monitored through standard z/OS monitoring tools.