Endevor is IBM’s mainframe source code management (SCM) and version control tool used primarily for managing and automating software development in z/OS environments. It is widely used in large enterprises for COBOL, PL/I, JCL, and other mainframe-based development.
Key Features of Endevor:
- Version Control: Manages multiple versions of source code.
- Lifecycle Management: Supports staged promotion through different environments (e.g., development → test → production).
- Automation: Automates build, compile, and deployment processes.
- Security: Integrates with RACF/ACF2/TSS for access control.
- Audit & Compliance: Tracks changes and ensures regulatory compliance.
It is typically used in mainframe environments where stability, governance, and controlled software releases are critical.
Mr. Arch Brooks, Software Engineer, Brooks Computing Systems, LLC authored this article.