SOA data services and architecture

SOA data services and architecture News

November 06, 2018 06 Nov'18
IBM-Red Hat deal highlights changes due in data processing

The IBM acquisition of Red Hat marks a watershed in computer architecture. The duo says it can rebuild data applications in new ways. This news analysis explores what's coming.
April 14, 2017 14 Apr'17
Persistence pays off for software containers in big data

Software containers encapsulate complexity and ease deployment, two traits that are helping to elicit growing interest in using them as part of big data systems.
October 28, 2016 28 Oct'16
Containers and microservices find home in Hadoop ecosystem

Big data is moving from its bare-metal roots, and data streaming is a driver. Containers and microservices may have a role to play in what's next. An e-commerce application shows the way.
October 11, 2012 11 Oct'12
IT pros reveal benefits, drawbacks of data virtualization software

Attendees at Composite Software's Data Virtualization Day conference had plenty of advice for companies considering a data virtualization project.

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Business benefits of DevOps empower citizen developers

The mysteries once associated with coding and application development are gradually giving way to the forces of market demand for speed and simplicity. No sooner did we get somewhat comfortable with DevOps and what it means that a new wrinkle... Continue Reading
For IBM Watson, no easy answers on commercial cognitive computing

When IBM's Watson analytics system bested 'Jeopardy!' champs in 2011, the world cheered. Now IBM must up its game to make Watson a commercial success. Continue Reading
The evolution of MDM architecture

Find out how MDM architecture has changed over the years and gain insight on architectural considerations to take into account when planning an MDM program and system. Continue Reading

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Microservices and big data start to get closer

Microservices are riding a wave of user interest, leading to changes in IT operations. ThoughtWorks expert Zhamak Dehghani discusses what that means for big data. Continue Reading
Data virtualization ushers in unified view of data

A member-owned supply chain management company melded siloed data sets to gain a unified view of diverse data feeds. Continue Reading

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APIs go unnoticed as an alternative to EDI services

EDI services have managed to become an integral part of many organizations' B2B processes, but APIs may be a smart alternative -- even if many businesses don't know it yet. Continue Reading
Pfizer swaps out ETL for data virtualization tools

When a research and development division of pharmaceutical maker Pfizer Inc. ran into data integration struggles, it decided to go virtual. Continue Reading
Enterprise data integration (EDI): A critical piece in a service-oriented architecture

This article discusses the importance of a data services layer built upon an enterprise data integration (EDI) platform for service-oriented architecture (SOA). Continue Reading

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Users cite problems with Dell Boomi SaaS integration suite

Dell this week released an update to its newly acquired Boomi SaaS integration suite, but at least two companies say you won't catch them using the product anymore. Continue Reading
What are some SOA risks and challenges and how can we mitigate risks?

Learn about SOA risks and challenges common when transitioning to a service-oriented architecture (SOA). Take steps to reduce risks with these SOA initiative best practices. Continue Reading
How to complete the MDM requirements-gathering analysis process

Learn why it is important to complete the MDM requirements-gathering analysis process before evaluating MDM vendors -- and how to involve end users in the discussion. Continue Reading