Lotus Foundations Business Partner - The premier platforms for SMB computing, Lotus Foundations combines the power of Linux and Lotus Domino in an easy to manage platform specifically designed for the SMB environment. Installation and setup of a Foundations server takes less time to setup and gives you the following services:
- World class email on the Lotus Notes/Domino 8.5 platform, including an anti-virus/anti-spam solution
- Best of breed collaboration platform for building applications to run your business
- Intelligent Disk Backup that automatically backs up your data on a regular basis without tapes or user intervention
- Lotus Symphony office productivity editors are included at no additional cost
- Easy to learn and use administration console for managing server functions, users, and network configuration
- File and Print services for Windows, MAC, and Linux clients
- Firewall and DNS services to keep your network secure
- VPN services for being able to access your company data from any where
- Automated updates that keep your server running on the latest release
- Lotus Foundations runs best on the Foundations Appliance from IBM, but can also be configured on IBM X Series servers, 3rd party servers, or as a Virtual Server.
Flavors of Lotus Foundations
Lotus Foundations Start is the base offering for Lotus Foundations. It has all the services necessary to be a complete solution for SMB from 5 to 500 employees.
Lotus Foundations Run brings virtualization to the SMB market with the integration of VMWare support. Consolidate multiple old Windows/Linux servers onto one system to save time, money, and space. VMWare Virtual Servers are included in the IDB Backup routines.
Lotus Foundations Reach is the latest release of the platform and incorporates secure Instant Messaging and Voice Over IP (VoIP) capabilities into the Foundation architecture. Never before have these features been available on a platform specifically built for today's SMBs.
Lotus Foundations Branch Office is the perfect compliment to your existing Notes/Domino environment. Built on the Foundations platform, Lotus Foundations Branch Office allows you to deploy a complete collaborative environment for branch/satellite offices in less than 30 minutes. And since the Branch Office server is part of your existing Domino domain, it can be easily managed remotely and comply with all existing policies.