Why Computer Associates’
Managing On-Demand Computing Initiative
is a Bellwether for Industry Transformation
A White Paper Prepared by
Enterprise Management Associates
April 2003
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April 2003
Table of Contents
Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................................... 1
An Industry in Transformation ................................................................................................................................ 1
Industry Movement—Stepping up to the Challenge ....................................................................................... 3
CA’s Managing On-Demand Computing Initiative .............................................................................................. 5
Vision and Focus ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
The Architectural Dimension ................................................................................................................................ 8
Product Focus ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Customer Impact ................................................................................................................................................. 12
EMA’s Assessment .........................