This session provides an overview of GDPS, IBM's multi-site application availability solution, and how it integrates key availability technologies; including z/OS, z/VM, Linux on Z, LinuxONE systems, and remote disk copy with automation to enhance application availability and strengthen disaster recovery across IBM Z environments. Attendees will learn how GDPS delivers state-of-the-art performance in support of continuous availability, while coordinating recovery for z/OS, z/VM, and Linux workloads. The session also explores how GDPS helps organizations meet regulatory and business continuity requirements by providing robust disaster recovery (DR), high availability (HA), and improved continuity of operations (CO) for mission critical applications. Steven Cook zVM: Beyond the Horizon An update and discussion on the current z/VM focus, strategy, p