This podcast is hosted by Samantha Hudson Dos Santos Figueira, today’s episode is extra special because we’re celebrating International Women’s Day! We're excited to welcome 11 remarkable women from BMC who will be sharing their experiences, insights, and vision for the future of women in tech. Be ready to listen to interesting conversations related to breaking barriers, role of diversity in workplace, mentorship and advocacy, challenges and triumphs, and outlook for the future.

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Women’s Day is more than just a celebration—it’s a tribute to the resilience, innovation, and leadership of women who continuously break barriers and drive progress. Across industries and disciplines, women are transforming communities, mentoring the next generation, and ensuring inclusive growth. At BMC Community, we take this opportunity to spotlight the incredible women whose dedication and expertise have shaped our community. 

Trailblazers in Innovation and Community Leadership 

The strength of our community lies in the dedication and contributions of its members. These exceptional women have played a pivotal role in enriching BMC’s community ecosystem by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and sparking impactful discussions that uplift and empower others. Through their leadership and commitment, they have helped create a more inclusive, insightful, and engaged space where members can learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.  

1. Karen Farrell – A Multi-Faceted Leader 

A seasoned professional, Karen has been an integral part of the BMC community. With a diverse background spanning technical writing, UX design, web development, and project management, she has contributed significantly through knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and engagement. Her dedication and expertise continue to inspire and empower others within the community. This is reflected in her impressive 152,613 reputation points, 1,279 posts, and 399 comments. 

2. Anne Brock – A Mentor and Knowledge-Sharing Advocate 

With 112,998 reputation points, 57 posts, and 549 comments, Anne has been a guiding force within the community. She is known for her commitment to mentoring, education, and ensuring that knowledge is accessible to all members. Her contributions continue to empower and uplift others. 

3. Marie Johnson – Championing Collaboration and Support 

A strong advocate for collaboration and engagement, Marie has played a key role in fostering meaningful connections within the community. With 24,358 reputation points, 16 posts, and 270 comments, her contributions have been instrumental in building a supportive and inspiring environment. 

4. Juliette Murray – A Dynamic Voice in the Community 

A driving force in the community, Juliette has actively shaped discussions with her insights and expertise. With 12,093 reputation points, 97 posts, and 226 comments, her dedication to knowledge-sharing and fostering meaningful engagement makes her a valued contributor to the BMC community. 

Honoring Women’s Impact Every Day 

Women’s contributions go beyond numbers; they represent leadership, mentorship, and the collective strength that builds thriving communities. Today, we honor their efforts and encourage everyone to recognize the women who have made a difference in their professional and Personal journeys. 

💜 Join us in celebrating the incredible women who inspire and empower us every day. Whether through mentorship, innovation, or leadership, their contributions leave a lasting impact. Take a moment to appreciate and tag a woman in the BMC community who has influenced your journey! 👏

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Introduction

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What Are BMC Success Subscriptions?

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Why Success Subscriptions Matter

Adopting new technology isn’t just about having the right tools—it’s about ensuring your team knows how to implement, use, and advance those tools effectively.

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                                                                    February 14, 2025    

Dear Customer,

BMC is writing to you today as a customer of the BMC AMI Storage UPSTREAM for z/OS Server product.

Effective today and according to terms set out on BMC’s Customer Support site (https://www.bmc.com/support/resources/bmc-product-support-policy.html), BMC is announcing the End of Life for the BMC AMI Storage UPSTREAM for z/OS Server product offering.

BMC will continue to provide Limited Support for the current generally available versions of the BMC AMI Storage UPSTREAM product family as defined in the Product End of Life section of the BMC Product Support Policy until the end of support date of December 31, 2029. As per this policy, BMC will continue to develop hot fixes for problems of high technical impact; however, the product is considered functionally stabilized, and therefore, will not receive further enhancements during this period. There will be a period of up to seven years beyond the End of Life date where customers will be able to restore data backups created prior to December 31, 2029.

Effective today and until the End-of-Life date of December 31, 2029, BMC will provide customers with active support contracts the ability to access BMC Customer Support as described in this letter.

If you have any questions regarding this transition, please contact your BMC Account Manager at 1-855-834-7487 and press Option 1 for Sales, or BMC Customer Support at 1-800-537-1813. To receive updated information as it becomes available, please subscribe to our Proactive Alerts from our BMC Support Central site.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Matt Whitbourne

Vice President, Product Management

BMC Software