Using DB2 packages (TRS or MainframeConnect) or gateway-less

DB2 packages allow you to use one plan for all of the RSPs that access DB2, provided that MainframeConnect, if installed, and all the RSP DBRMs are bound in packages included in that plan. After creating the DB2 collection and plan, you can bind RSP packages in the collection instead of rebinding the plan. This eliminates the need for dynamic plan allocation when MainframeConnect is installed. All the RSP entries in the CICS RCT table can point to the same plan name.

If you are using DB2 packages, ask your DB2 systems administrator for the reference guide for DB2 commands and utilities for information on preparing to use DB2 packages.