Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) | Precisely

Product Overview

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) by Precisely is a Workload Automation/Scheduling solution for mainframe environments.

Key use cases include: Batch automation, JCL generation, Workflow management.

Modernization Strategies

Rehost

Timeline:: 6-12 months

Lift-and-shift to cloud infrastructure with minimal code changes. Fast migration with lower risk.

Refactor (Recommended)

Timeline:: 18-24 months

Optimize application architecture for cloud while preserving business logic. Best ROI long-term.

Replatform

Timeline:: 3-5 years

Complete rewrite to cloud-native architecture with microservices and modern tech stack.

Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program)?

Precisely Automate HLP is a high-level programming and automation tool for z/OS that simplifies complex batch processing workflows.

Who makes Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program)?

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) is developed and maintained by Precisely. It runs on z/OS platforms.

What are the main use cases for Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program)?

Batch automation, JCL generation, Workflow management

How does Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) work?

It provides a macro-level language for automating JCL generation, dataset management, and multi-step batch procedures. HLP reduces manual JCL coding errors and accelerates batch workflow development with reusable automation templates.

Technical

What platforms does Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) support?

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) supports the following platforms: z/OS.

What are the alternatives to Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program)?

Competing products include: BMC Control-M, Broadcom CA-7, IBM TWS.

How complex is Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) to implement?

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) has a moderate technical complexity level with a moderate learning curve. It is best suited for enterprise|mid-market organizations.

Deployment & Industries

How is Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) deployed?

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) supports the following deployment models: On-Premises.

What industries use Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program)?

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) is primarily used in: Financial Services, Insurance, Manufacturing.

Precisely Automate HLP (High Level Program) Modernization Guide