Grid is an environment that makes it possible to share loosely coupled IT resources. With grid, IT components can be linked into one virtual resource to be shared across a global enterprise and provided as a service, on demand.
The Grid program at HP is part of the Catalysts for HPC Innovation initiative. There are three main goals of the program. First, to get hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of selected grid technologies. The team is currently developing a knowledge base of leading grid scheduling technologies for financial services as well as grid workload management and enterprise management tools. The project is investigating both Linux and Windows platforms.
A second goal of the program is to define solutions for target segments including, financial services, life sciences/pharmacutical, energy, manufacturing and others.
A third goal of the Grid Program is to create a forum to foster and exchange grid knowledge and experiences within HP. This is accomplished by inviting 3rd parties and customers who use grid technologies to give presentations on requirements, existing technologies and solutions. The project is also engaging in collaborations with customers whose capabilities and interests are aligned with the objectives of this project.
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