In this video, FuseSource engineer Claus Ibsen introduces Apache Camel, a lightweight integration framework that can help you go from enterprise integration patterns (EIPs) to production. Hear why popular open source projects and multple enterprise service bus (ESB) servers include Apache Camel in their distributions. 

Deploying open source projects safely and successfully in an enterprise environment requires thorough understanding and careful evaluation of each project. Read this paper to learn about the benefits, defining characteristics, and requirements for enterprise use of open source software technology. 

NOSQL data stores are proliferating as a means of supporting web-scale data. There are a wide variety of NOSQL systems, each with their own set of use-cases and advantages. This paper describes the primary NOSQL data sources in the market today and how to integrate them with other sources using the Composite Data Virtualization Platform. 

Between 25% and 50% of most companies’ revenue goes toward purchasing goods and services, so the ability to keep these costs down is paramount. Applying strategic sourcing methodologies to pinpoint spend categories and select qualified suppliers allows organizations to reduce expenses and positively impact the bottom line. 

Open source software is perfectly suited to help government organizations reduce their IT cost centers because it can be deployed at thousands of federal offices and municipalities without license fees or vendor lock-in. Read this paper to learn more. 

This week's Computer Weekly examines how the Football Association's IT director is using technology to help improve the prospects for the England national team. Our Buyer's Guide to government IT looks at the future of open source in the public sector and we report from Infosec 2012 on the rising number of cyber attacks. Read the issue now. 

Reverse auctions are a key tool that sourcing organizations can use to bring about huge success if executed along with a well-defined sourcing process. Careful thought and planning must precede an auction event in order to achieve double-digit price compression. 

<p>Read this white paper to fully understand the need for data services in today’s organizations. Then, learn why the best approach to fulfilling your data services needs might come in form of open source SOA – a cost-effective strategy for seamlessly integrating data services into your business.</p> 

Read this white paper to weigh the pros and cons of using Git to develop open source software. Learn how its ability to provide local repositories with repository replications makes it architecturally more scalable than many software change and configuration management (SCCM) systems if you use it within an enterprise-ready SCCM context. 

In the Fall 2011 issue of IT in Europe, Manek Dubash explores how open-source storage could be the key to breaking the chains of vendor lock-in. 

<p>Open source is a key driving force as organizations consider second-vendor virtualization adoption to attain more diversity, data center power and agility. Discover how businesses gain advantages with open source solutions over proprietary vendor solutions.</p> 

<p>Given the competitive marketplace, evaluating source code analysis tools can be overwhelming. This case study highlights one recommended offering, the quality indicators it provided, and the results one organization achieved after implementing it.</p> 

Effective candidate recruitment can be a key factor in determining what sets you apart from the rest of your competition. Read this white paper to find strategies for sourcing and selecting superior talent.