MKS Implementer 2006 Administration Guide

C HAPTER ONE
Introduction
Understanding and Using This Guide
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MKS Implementer® is the premier software configuration management and
deployment solution for the IBM iSeries. Utilizing host-based and graphical user
interfaces, Implementer provides the simplicity necessary for first time users, and the
breadth and depth for more advanced users. In addition to simplifying development and
software change management, including full traceability and auditability of all software
changes, Implementer ensures the integrity of software installations in production,
development, and testing environments on iSeries servers. Implementer integrates with
traditional OS/400 development environments and is leading the way with integrations
into new development environments.
Implementer integrates with MKS Integrity (formerly MKS Integrity Manager®) and
MKS Source (formerly MKS Source Integrity® Enterprise). MKS Integrity is the
enterprise choice for flexible process and workflow management, helping create
repeatable processes for managing software development. MKS Integrity’s platform
transparent, advanced, multi-tier architecture is scalable across the enterprise to support
distributed developers and other constituents in the change process. MKS Source is the
enterprise choice for comprehensive, cross-platform software configuration
management. It is the most technologically advanced SCM solution on the market today,
enabling secure and flexible process-centric management for local and distributed
software development teams in the enterprise. These products and solutions seamlessly
marry for full enterprise software configuration management and workflow.
The MKS Implementer 2006 Administration Guide provides you with the information you
need to build a basic understanding of Implementer. The guide explains how to
configure and maintain Implementer within your organization.
This chapter covers the following topics:
“About This Guide” on page 2
“Related Implementer Documentation” on page 3
“What You Need to Know” on page 4
“Typographical Conventions” on page 4
“Getting Help” on page 5
“Professional Services” on page 6
“Your Feedback Is Welcome” on page 7
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