Middleware provides integrated application runtime.
Press Release Summary:
With mid-market focus, Express Runtime v2.1 consists of integrated IBM middleware with application development tools, solution assembly tools, and deployment tools for developing and deploying business applications. Product is Express certified and built with WebSphere® Application Server - Express, DB2 Universal Database® Express Edition, and IBM HTTP Server. Browser interface provides remote access for administration.
Original Press Release:
IBM Express Runtime V2.1, Designed for Business Partners, Delivers Integrated Market-Leading IBM Middleware
Overview
IBM Express Runtime V2.1 is designed for Business Partners serving mid-market customers, delivered via Passport Advantage® or OEM agreement, as an integrated application runtime. Express Runtime consists of market-leading, integrated IBM middleware - delivered via one install, one license, and one point of contact for support. Application development tools, solution assembly tools, and deployment tools are provided to enable Business Partners to develop and deploy their business applications with the Express Runtime components. End-user customers needing this type of middleware to run applications might also take advantage of the capabilities of Express Runtime.
Experience the following benefits from Express Runtime V2.1:
· Mid-market focus: Express certified and built with IBM middleware: WebSphere® Application Server - Express, DB2 Universal Database® Express Edition and IBM HTTP Server.
· Rapid return on investment: Competitive price; significantly reduced deployment costs.
· Ease of use: Proven IBM database, a Web server, and an application server - in one convenient package.
· Ease of deployment: Pre-integrated and pre-configured, automated deployment, full integration of applications, remote install and configuration.
· Ease of administration: Integrated administration via browser interface, remote access for administration.
· Ease of doing business: Simplified approach to leveraging the IBM middleware portfolio via one product, one license, one contract, upgrade and support structure; flexible pricing and licensing.
Planned availability dates
· March 18, 2005: Electronic software delivery
· April 1, 2005: Media and documentation
At a glance
IBM Express Runtime V2.1 is an offering designed specifically for Business Partners who wish to deliver a total solution to their customers. Express Runtime is delivered via Passport Advantage or OEM agreement. IBM Express Runtime provides the basic middleware infrastructure required to deliver Business Partner mid-market applications. Express Runtime contains market-leading, standards-based middleware products from IBM:
· IBM DB2 Universal Database Express Edition satisfying relational database needs
· IBM WebSphere Application Server - Express satisfying the need for a robust application server
· IBM HTTP Server and associated plug-ins to enable rapid set-up of a secure Web environment
