Episode 5: Capacity Planning

In this episode of “IBM Sayz, What?”, hosts Aleis, Ahmed, and talk with IBM Z hardware specialist Kiri Nicholson about capacity planning. Kiri explains the difference between ongoing capacity planning and one-time CPU sizing, both crucial for optimizing IBM Z systems. She highlights essential tools like IBM Z PCR and MIPS tables for accurate system scaling and emphasizes the need for cross-departmental collaboration in planning for future growth. Kiri encourages reaching out to IBM support for guidance and provides resources for listeners to start their own capacity planning journey.