Item: IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition
Rating: 8
Author: Shreekar Kolanu

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

In our organization, IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition has become an indispensable tool for seamless integration and application management. It is able to address critical business problems related to complex IT landscapes. Its scope within our use case encompasses both on-premises and cloud environments, facilitating efficient application deployment and scaling. Most Importantly, it enables us to bridge the gap between legacy systems and modern cloud-native applications, ensuring a cohesive and dynamic IT ecosystem. We are able to streamline resource allocation and utilization for the business growth.

Pros and Cons

Seamless Integration across Hybrid Clouds.
Resource Optimization and Scalability.
Advanced Security and Compliance.

Missing of Integration with Emerging Technologies like Containerization and Orchestration.
Cost Management and Pricing Transparency.
Complexity of Configuration and Documentation.

Most Important Features

Most Important is the Hybrid Cloud Integration.
Security and Compliance for strictly regulated industries like healthcare.
Scalability to dynamically scale the applications.

Return on Investment

Only the cost pricing might be a bit clumsy as it doesn't support inbuilt cost optimization support.
Configurations and management are complex for new users as time and effort are wasted.

Key Insights

Do you think IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition delivers good value for the price?

Not sure

Are you happy with IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition's feature set?

Yes

Did IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition again?

Yes

Likelihood to Recommend

Well suited: For Enterprise Application Modernization, it is Ideal for organizations to transform their legacy applications while maintaining compatibility with existing systems. For Highly Regulated Industries like healthcare it helps with with stringent compliance requirements, benefit from WebSphere Hybrid Edition's robust security and compliance features. Less appropriate: It may be less appropriate for small business owners as it may need lot of time to understand the overall platform and due its complexity it may not seem the right option to them.

Users and Roles

30 - For Integration purpose we Implement integration solutions to connect disparate systems and applications, both within and outside the organization. This ensures smooth data flow and communication between different parts of the business.

To Implement BPM solutions using WebSphere to model, automate, and optimize business processes. This can enhance operational efficiency and agility within the organization.

Support Headcount Required

10 - We need Integration specialists to focus on connecting and coordinating various applications and systems within the organization. They should have expertise in integration technologies, messaging protocols, and API management.

Also we need Project managers oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects related to WebSphere Hybrid Edition. They should have strong project management skills, including resource allocation, timeline management, and risk mitigation.

Business Processes Supported

Integration of Enterprise Systems
Business Process Automation
Secure and Compliant Application Deployment

Innovative Uses

Customer Experience Enhancement
Multi-Cloud Optimization
Serverless Computing Integration

Future Planned Uses

Microservices Architecture
Serverless Computing Integration
Cloud Disaster Recovery

A Platform to Uniting Cloud Environments, Scaling Seamlessly, and Ensuring Security.

Software Version

Overall Satisfaction with IBM WebSphere Hybrid Edition