| What are the MidVision Extensions to IBM Rational Automation Framework (RAF)? | The MidVision Extensions extend the platform support for RAF beyond its core capabilities (WebSphere Application Server (WAS), WebSphere Portal Server, WebSphere Process Server/BPM Suite) |
| What platforms do the MidVision Extensions Support? | The MidVision Extensions currently support: - IBM WebSphere MQ - IBM WebSphere Message Broker - Oracle WebLogic - Red Hat JBoss |
| Where do I buy the MidVision Extensions to RAF? | The MidVision Extensions have IBM part codes and are available worldwide under IBM’s Passport Advantage volume licensing program. You can buy them from any authorized IBM Rational reseller in your geography (including MidVision in the UK) or from IBM direct if you have a direct purchasing agreement. |
| Do the MidVision Extensions come with the first year’s software and subscription included as with other IBM licenses? | No, you’ll need to buy an Elite Support part along with your license – your IBM Sales Representative or IBM Authorized Rational Reseller can help you with this. |
| Who provides the support for the MidVision Extensions to IBM RAF? | As an IBM customer, you’ll interface with IBM in the same way that you do for all other IBM software products. IBM will request support from MidVision as needed, but this process is seamless to you, the end user. |
| Are the MidVision Extensions to IBM RAF and RapidDeploy™ different products? | They are the same technology, available under different license agreements. |
| I see that RapidDeploy™ also offers support for TomCat and several database platforms. Can I buy these solutions as MidVision Extensions to IBM RAF? | If you are interested in these platforms please drop us a line at licensing@midvision.com and we’ll work with you to figure out the best way for you to acquire this technology. |
| I want to buy some other IBM software technologies – can MidVision sell them to me? | In the UK we are authorized to resell IBM Rational, IBM WebSphere Core and Lotus Portal products. Please send an email to orders@midvision.com to request a quote. |
| I’m not based in the UK – how am I going to implement the MidVision Extensions for IBM RAF? | We find that technology has made the world a much smaller place and that webconferencing is a great way for us to understand our customers’ needs and requirements. Additionally, our consultants are all set to travel for proof-of-concept and implementation engagements and our global partner network evolves and expands on a daily basis. |
