When contemplating the target program language for a NATURAL conversion project the decision does not have to be black & white - Java or COBOL, but could be a mixed heterogeneous Web-enabled Java - COBOL environment.

Under a mixed heterogeneous web-enabled Java - COBOL environment the enterprise is provided with a field-proven, highly automated and advanced technology solution that will serve to discover, design, deploy and manage mixed COBOL / CICS and JEE applications, which in turn will minimize cost, risk and time to market.

Under OnTarget, NATURAL is automatically reengineered to Java and COBOL in one uniform and combined process. Code generation can be carried out in one of two ways, as noted below:

Each of the options are reviewed and discussed with the customer, to ensure a combined Java - COBOL environment that best serves their environment, to include increase of Application reuse, flexibility and openness.