SmartCloud

SmartCloud is a cloud computing platform developed by IBM, which provides a range of services including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS). It is designed to help organizations like Cisco Systems, Microsoft, and Google build and deploy cloud-based applications, and is used by companies such as Amazon Web Services, Salesforce.com, and Oracle Corporation. SmartCloud is built on top of IBM WebSphere, IBM DB2, and IBM Tivoli, and is integrated with other IBM products like IBM Lotus and IBM Rational. It also supports Java (programming language), Python (programming language), and Ruby (programming language).

Introduction to SmartCloud

SmartCloud is a comprehensive cloud platform that enables organizations like HP, Dell, and Intel to create, deploy, and manage cloud-based applications. It provides a range of features and capabilities, including Autonomic computing, Cloud bursting, and Dynamic provisioning, which are also used by NASA, European Space Agency, and National Institutes of Health. SmartCloud is designed to support a wide range of applications, from simple Web applications to complex Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and is used by companies like SAP AG, Siemens, and Bayer. It is also integrated with other cloud platforms, such as Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, and supports OpenStack, CloudStack, and Eucalyptus (software).

History and Development

The development of SmartCloud began in the early 2000s, when IBM started investing in cloud computing research and development, in collaboration with Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Carnegie Mellon University. The first version of SmartCloud was released in 2009, and was initially focused on providing Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) capabilities, similar to Rackspace, Verizon Communications, and AT&T. Over time, the platform has evolved to include Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS), and has been adopted by companies like General Electric, Procter & Gamble, and Coca-Cola. SmartCloud has also been influenced by other cloud platforms, such as Salesforce.com, Oracle Corporation, and SAP AG, and has been integrated with VMware, Citrix Systems, and Red Hat.

Architecture and Components

The architecture of SmartCloud is based on a modular design, with a range of components that can be easily integrated and customized, using Service-oriented architecture (SOA), Representational state of resource (REST), and Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP). The platform includes a range of features, such as Load balancing, Scalability, and High availability, which are also used by eBay, Facebook, and Twitter. SmartCloud also supports a range of Programming languages, including Java (programming language), Python (programming language), and Ruby (programming language), and is integrated with Apache HTTP Server, Apache Tomcat, and MySQL. The platform is designed to be highly scalable and flexible, and can be deployed on a range of Hardware platforms, including IBM System z, IBM Power Systems, and IBM System x, as well as HP ProLiant, Dell PowerEdge, and Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS).

Features and Capabilities

SmartCloud provides a range of features and capabilities, including Autonomic computing, Cloud bursting, and Dynamic provisioning, which are also used by NASA, European Space Agency, and National Institutes of Health. The platform also includes a range of Security features, such as Encryption, Firewalls, and Access control, which are similar to those used by NSA, FBI, and Department of Homeland Security. SmartCloud supports a range of Collaboration tools, including IBM Lotus Notes, IBM Lotus Domino, and IBM Sametime, and is integrated with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and Zoho Office. The platform also provides a range of Analytics and reporting tools, including IBM Cognos, IBM SPSS, and IBM InfoSphere, which are used by companies like Walmart, McDonald's, and Procter & Gamble.

Applications and Use Cases

SmartCloud has a wide range of applications and use cases, from simple Web applications to complex Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and is used by companies like SAP AG, Siemens, and Bayer. The platform is also used by Government agencies, such as National Institutes of Health, NASA, and Department of Defense, and is integrated with SAP ERP, Oracle E-Business Suite, and Microsoft Dynamics. SmartCloud is also used in a range of Industry sectors, including Finance, Healthcare, and Retail, and is used by companies like JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Walmart. The platform supports a range of Mobile devices, including Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, and Google Android, and is integrated with Apple iOS, Google Android, and Microsoft Windows.

Security and Management

SmartCloud provides a range of Security features, including Encryption, Firewalls, and Access control, which are similar to those used by NSA, FBI, and Department of Homeland Security. The platform also includes a range of Management tools, including IBM Tivoli, IBM WebSphere, and IBM Rational, which are used by companies like General Electric, Procter & Gamble, and Coca-Cola. SmartCloud is designed to meet a range of Compliance requirements, including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOX, and is integrated with Symantec, McAfee, and Trend Micro. The platform also supports a range of Identity and access management tools, including IBM Security, Oracle Identity Management, and Microsoft Identity Manager, and is used by companies like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Category:Cloud computing platforms