GroupWise

GroupWise is a collaboration software product developed by Novell, designed to provide email, calendar, task management, and contact management features to organizations. It is often compared to other email clients such as Microsoft Outlook and IBM Notes. GroupWise is used by various organizations, including NASA, Cisco Systems, and United States Department of Defense. It is also used by several universities, including Harvard University and Stanford University.

Introduction

GroupWise is a comprehensive collaboration platform that provides a range of features and tools to enhance productivity and communication within organizations. It is designed to work with various operating systems, including Microsoft Windows and Linux, and can be accessed through a web interface or a desktop client. GroupWise is used by organizations such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, as well as by government agencies like the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Security Agency. It is also used by non-profit organizations, including the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army.

History

The development of GroupWise began in the late 1980s by WordPerfect, which was later acquired by Novell in 1994. The first version of GroupWise was released in 1989, and it quickly gained popularity as a groupware product. Over the years, GroupWise has undergone significant changes and improvements, with new features and functionalities added to the product. In 2011, Novell was acquired by The Attachmate Group, which later merged with Micro Focus in 2014. Today, GroupWise is used by organizations such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman, as well as by educational institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology and California Institute of Technology.

Features

GroupWise provides a range of features and tools to enhance collaboration and productivity within organizations. Some of the key features of GroupWise include email management, calendar management, task management, and contact management. It also provides features such as file sharing, instant messaging, and video conferencing, which are integrated with Microsoft Office and Google Drive. GroupWise is also compatible with various mobile devices, including iPhone and Android devices, allowing users to access their email and calendar on-the-go. Organizations such as Apple Inc., Google, and Amazon use GroupWise to manage their email and calendar systems.

Architecture

The architecture of GroupWise is designed to provide a scalable and secure collaboration platform for organizations. It is built on a client-server architecture, with a PostOffice agent that manages email and other collaboration data. GroupWise also uses a database management system to store and manage data, and it supports various database systems, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. The product is also integrated with directory services such as Novell eDirectory and Microsoft Active Directory, which provide authentication and authorization services. Companies like Intel Corporation, Dell, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise use GroupWise to manage their directory services.

Releases

Over the years, GroupWise has undergone several releases, each with new features and improvements. Some of the notable releases of GroupWise include GroupWise 5, GroupWise 6, GroupWise 7, and GroupWise 8. The latest release of GroupWise is GroupWise 18, which provides a range of new features and improvements, including enhanced security and compliance features. GroupWise is used by organizations such as United Nations, World Health Organization, and International Monetary Fund, as well as by financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America. It is also used by healthcare organizations, including Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic. Category:Collaboration software