Rocket COBOL Analyzer | Rocket Software | Mainframe Modernization Platform

Product Overview

Rocket COBOL Analyzer by Rocket Software is a Code Analysis + COBOL + Modernization + Application Intelligence solution for mainframe environments.

Key use cases include: COBOL application portfolio analysis, Dependency mapping and call graph generation, Dead code detection and portfolio rationalization, Impact analysis for code changes, Legacy code documentation generation.

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 Rocket COBOL Analyzer?

Rocket COBOL Analyzer (formerly Micro Focus Enterprise Analyzer) provides automated analysis and documentation of COBOL, PL/I, and HLASM application portfolios.

Who makes Rocket COBOL Analyzer?

Rocket COBOL Analyzer is developed and maintained by Rocket Software. It runs on Windows, Linux platforms.

What are the main use cases for Rocket COBOL Analyzer?

COBOL application portfolio analysis, Dependency mapping and call graph generation, Dead code detection and portfolio rationalization, Impact analysis for code changes, Legacy code documentation generation

How does Rocket COBOL Analyzer work?

It generates interactive dependency maps, call graphs, data flow analysis, dead code detection, and complexity metrics. COBOL Analyzer is used for modernization planning, impact analysis for code changes, portfolio rationalization, and documentation of undocumented legacy code.

Technical

What platforms does Rocket COBOL Analyzer support?

Rocket COBOL Analyzer supports the following platforms: Windows, Linux.

What are the alternatives to Rocket COBOL Analyzer?

Competing products include: IBM ADDI, CAST Imaging, OpenText Enterprise Analyzer, Heirloom PaaS assessment.

How complex is Rocket COBOL Analyzer to implement?

Rocket COBOL Analyzer has a medium technical complexity level with a moderate learning curve. It is best suited for mid-market|enterprise organizations.

Deployment & Industries

How is Rocket COBOL Analyzer deployed?

Rocket COBOL Analyzer supports the following deployment models: on-premise.

What industries use Rocket COBOL Analyzer?

Rocket COBOL Analyzer is primarily used in: Banking, Finance, Insurance, Government, Healthcare.

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