Developed to manage production-critical file transfers, BCOM supports mainframe, midrange and LAN platforms. BCOM's peer-to-peer implementation is ideal for synchronizing distributed databases with legacy mainframe applications. BCOM features bi-directional transfer of all file types over communications links or channel connections. Specialized facilities permit direct, spooler-to-spooler communication for flexibility in print file distribution. BCOM also offers a unique subsystem for integrating distributed file backups into central tape storage operations. Platforms include IBM/MVS, Tandem, VAX, and NT.

• Utilizes both the TCP/IP and the SNA protocol.
• Concurrent bi-directional file transfer.
• Support for simultaneous transfers over multiple lines.
• Full support for channel-attached SNA devices.
• Transfer requests can be scheduled on a FIFO and/or priority basis.
• Interactive, batch and programmatic interfaces supported.
• Transfers can be conditionally triggered by other transfers.
• Cross-environment job submission.
• Direct file transfers.
• Print data can be routed to remote print devices across environments.
• User-controlled Checkpoint/Restart facility.
• Data compression and decompression during file transfers.
• User-tailored ASCII/EBCDIC translation at both field and record levels.
• Compatibility with job schedulers and host-based security systems where applicable.
• Backup and Restore facility from any node to IBM.
• Direct interface to spooler systems on each node.
• Multiplexed file transfer facility over multiple lines.
• Support for all popular file types on each node.