IBM IMS Cloning Tool for z/OS is a mainframe utility that automates creation of usable IMS subsystem and database clones by leveraging storage-based replication and updating IMS control data to produce consistent target environments for non-production use.
Published Oct 13, 2026
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| Starting Price | Quote / not publicly listed | Quote / not publicly listed | Quote / not publicly listed |
| Best For | IMS environments that prefer IBM-supported cloning integrated with IBM tooling and storage replication | Environments standardized on Rocket Mainstar tooling and workflows | Organizations seeking third-party cloning tooling with claimed support across multiple storage vendors |
| Key Strength | Integration with IBM IMS tooling; automation for IMS control-data updates and use of storage replication where available | Emphasizes automation of rename and control dataset updates to streamline cloning workflows | Positions itself as storage-vendor independent and claims multi-subsystem cloning capabilities |
| Key Weakness | Limited public peer reviews; pricing and benefits depend on storage replication availability and mainframe expertise | Limited independent public reviews; fit depends on adoption of Rocket product family | Claims require validation for IMS-specific correctness and operational safety |
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