Modernization of IBM zOS USS Environment

Looking to modernizing the IBM zOS USS environment to enhance its compatibility with contemporary POSIX standards and utilities. The current system, while robust, lacks certain modern features that are essential for efficient and streamlined operations. Specifically, we are seeking to incorporate updated versions of utilities such as sed, which currently does not support the -i (in-place editing) option. This is just one example.

The inclusion of modern BASH utilities would provide several benefits:

Increased Efficiency: The ability to perform in-place editing with sed -i would streamline our text processing tasks, reducing the need for workarounds and temporary files.

Improved Compatibility: Aligning our system with current POSIX standards will enhance compatibility with scripts and tools developed in other environments, facilitating smoother integration and collaboration.

Enhanced Productivity: Modern utilities often come with performance improvements and additional features that can significantly boost productivity and reduce the time spent on routine tasks.

To achieve these improvements, we propose exploring the following options:

Upgrading existing utilities to their latest versions that support modern features.

Installing additional packages or tools that provide the desired functionality.

We believe that these enhancements will not only improve the current operations but also position us better for future growth and technological advancements.