stackthem hpc hub introduction High Performance Computing for Small and Medium Size Manufacturers

1. stackthem hpc hub introduction
putting idle servers to work!
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights

2. stackthem hpc hub is
the marketplace to buy and sell
hpc capacity and resources
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

3. The problem: missing middle

4. 90% of small manufacturers without HPC!
HPC hurdles for small manufacturers:
high capital investment requirement
lack of experience with the technology
no repeatable service model
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

5. can't compute = can't compete
businesses without HPC can't compete:
design cycles too long without simulation
due to trial and error model
rapid simulation via HPC
reduces time to market
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

6. The solution: stackthem hpc hub

7. Solution: stackthem hpc hub
Manufacturers need access to HPC
hardware, software and human
resources
HPC resources are available in
universities, HPC centers, private and
public organizations
stackthem hpc hub is where they meet
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

8. stackthem hpc hub
matches buyers needs against its
directory of sellers based on dozens of
attributes:
hardware capacity
software needs
security settings
calendar availability
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

9. stackthem hpc hub
delivers access to HPC resources:
hardware resources by the hour
pre-configured software tools
access to expert staff
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

10. stackthem hpc hub
supports the buyer and seller:
7x24 monitoring
email, phone based support
electronic billing and payment
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights Reserved.

11. stackthem hpc hub
putting idle servers to work!
Confidential. (c) 2011 All Rights