Success Stories

Modernizing Mainframe Output Management for a Leading Global Retailer

Written by CPT Global | Sep 30, 2026, 9:54:10 AM

Challenge

A leading global retailer needed to replace a business-critical mainframe output management platform before reaching a costly software renewal milestone. The existing solution supported essential operational processes, making the migration both a technical and business priority.

With a fixed delivery window and no room for disruption, a smooth transition was required to maintain business continuity and minimize operational risk throughout the project.

CPT Global’s Actions

Beta Systems engaged CPT Global to supplement its project team with specialized mainframe expertise to support the client’s transition to the Beta DocZ and Beta LogZ platforms running on IBM Z.

Working as an integral extension of Beta Systems’ delivery organization, CPT Global’s senior specialists helped de-risk the migration and execute a seamless transition.

  • Augmented Beta Systems' delivery team with high-level mainframe technical expertise.

  • Supported the installation and configuration of the new Beta DocZ and Beta LogZ environments within the client’s IBM mainframe infrastructure.

  • Developed a parallel model of the legacy and replacement environments to verify migration accuracy and completeness.

  • Conducted comprehensive testing and validation alongside Beta Systems and client stakeholders before cutover.

Results

The project was successfully completed in just six months, delivering a modern output management platform while avoiding the cost of renewing the legacy solution.

Through careful joint execution and rigorous validation, the combined team achieved a seamless transition with no loss of business-critical operations.

  • Completed the migration in six months on time and within budget.

  • Avoided a costly renewal of the legacy software platform.

  • Achieved a successful cutover with zero disruption to business-critical operations.

  • Successfully validated all migrated functionality prior to production.

  • Provided the client with a modern output management environment, leveraging existing investments in IBM Z and ready to support future growth.