And, also, consider the analytic data processing requirement for summary- level reports, both on-the-fly from your detail and and also with using a permanent trending data base of some type. An underlying database engine / technology would need to be factored into any replacement initiative, such as SQL Server. Additional considerations such as data-volume and "subject matter expertise for SMF data record structures" should present some interesting discussion with management when considering replacement solution auditability, if such a policy/process exists. Of course, business decisions for capacity planning and service quality warrant credible, validated information resources, correct? Whatever happens, be sure to get any management acceptance / concurrence, in writing for the history books.
Scott Barry SBBWorks, Inc. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For IBM-MAIN subscribe / signoff / archive access instructions, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the message: GET IBM-MAIN INFO Search the archives at http://bama.ua.edu/archives/ibm-main.html
