Composable Infrastructure
ComposableInfrastructureA software-defined approachto delivering fluid pools ofresource
The article discusses: Evolution of IT architecture The emerging need and advantagesof Composable Infrastructure Creating a software-definedinfrastructure with Wipro’s FluidITframeworkIT infrastructure ecosystem has undergonemultiple transformations around parametersthat provide significant improvements throughoptimization of applications and operations.The infrastructure evolution started fromtraditional platforms to usage of virtualizationsoftware, and progressed to hyper-convergedinfrastructure. Hyper-converged infrastructurecombined with a virtualization softwaresimplified infrastructure and businessprocesses, increases IT division’s capability tonot only become more stable but also be aprofit center.2However, the combination of hyper-convergedinfrastructure and virtualization software isfalling short of the requirements of modern dayorganizations. The new generation oforganizations and applications lay downrequisites such as on-demand availability ofcustomized hardware resources and highoperational velocity. The combination ofhyper-converged infrastructure andvirtualization software is not capable offacilitating hardware modularity and on-demandmix and match of hardware resources.Additionally, IT approach has always beenfocused on minimizing costs, but this approachis not sufficient as the new generation oforganizations are also looking for highoperational velocity. IT needs to build the abilityto meet new business demands just-in-time.The new requirements call for not only aredesign of the physical layer but also aparadigm shift in age-old methodologies of buildand management. Composable Infrastructure(See Figure 1) creates the perfect ecosystem inwhich modern organizations can thrive.
With Composable Infrastructuresoftware-defined infrastructureecosystem can avoid bufferresource in different DatacenterIslands by having DynamicResource ManagementKey points for social copy Composable Infrastructure creates theperfect ecosystem in which modernorganizations can process new businessdemands just-in-time. Composable Infrastructure enables IT withthe flexibility to compose and re-composefluid pools of compute, storage, and networkresources, based on a given requirement. Composable Infrastructure consists ofmultiple resources including, but not limitedto, compute, storage and network that canmake an infrastructure highly flexible,capable and sufficient to run applications, sothat IT can deliver services quickly forconsumption by business. Composable Infrastructure brings anintegrated software-defined intelligencethat includes self-discovery, auto-integrate,provision and scale posableSiloed InfrastructureCombined compute,networking, storageand IT administrationSimplified deploymentsSimplified Infrastructureas a service Pre-configured systems Hardware defined solution Minimized compatibility Physical workload Silos and static Complex processissues Simplified management Software defined storage Virtual workloads Software defined everything Reduced footprints One infrastructure for any Reduced maintenance cost Scale-out architectureworkload Automated operations Hardware & softwarearchitected as oneFigure 1: Evolution of IT infrastructure3
Why Composable Infrastructure?Composable Infrastructure helps IT to respondto the challenges laid down by neworganizations. It can be considered as the nextphase of hyper-converged infrastructure or thenext version of on-premise infrastructure.Composable Infrastructure consists of multipleresources including, but not limited to, compute,storage and network that can make aninfrastructure highly flexible, capable andsufficient to run applications, so that IT candeliver services quickly for consumption bybusiness. It eliminates the need forworkload‐specific environments therebyeliminating silos and provides a fluid set ofresources that can be dynamically combined tomeet the unique needs of any application.Composable Infrastructure enables bestapplication performance, reducesunderutilization and overprovisioning, andcreates a more agile and cost-effectivedatacenter. It enables IT to provisionon-premises infrastructure with the speed,agility and simplicity that is seen whiledeploying and provisioning resources on thecloud.Composable Infrastructure enables IT with theflexibility to compose and re-compose fluidpools of compute, storage, and networkresources, based on a given requirement.Additionally, unified APIs fully automate thecomposition and decomposition of resources,and enables programming of a significantnumber of infrastructure elements. ComposableInfrastructure brings an integratedsoftware-defined intelligence that includesself-discovery, auto-integrate, provision andscale out. This intelligence is achieved byimplementing a software-defined approachtowards lifecycle management of physicalinfrastructure. Composable infrastructure hasthree components - Composable Compute,Composable Fabric, and Composable Storage(Shown in Figure 2).Fluid pools of compute storage, and network resources, which can becomposed and re-composed based on the requirementComputeComposable Architecture that enablesspecified system to be composed on the flyWorkload AStorageWorkload BAcceleratorsFigure 2: Components of Composable Infrastructure4
1. Composable Compute: Composable Computeprovides performance, scalability, density3. Composable Storage: The Storage moduleprovides a fluid pool of storage resources foroptimization, storage simplicity, andconfiguration elasticity for physical, virtual orcontainer-based workloads. Composablecompute/workloads to consume. It allowsexpansion and reduction of storage allocatedto compute and delivers the flexibility toCompute delivers flexibility as comparable tothat available from a converged or ahyper-converged system.meet the storage demands of a wide range ofdata workloads.2. Composable Fabric: Composable Fabric,which is multi-fabric connectivity, isdesigned to optimize the workloads acrossthe infrastructure. The module has intelligentnetwork capabilities, consolidates thebackend datacentre connections towardscompute, extends the connectivity tointerconnect modules and also eliminatesthe need for top of rack iverflexibilityFlexible and scalable application developmentdemands a framework that leveragesaccelerators like blueprints, referencearchitectures, management tools and nativecomposable fabric of a ose ITComplyService theaterStandardizeCreating a software-definedinfrastructure ecosystemInterfaceIP composemanagerSpeed is the keyMatch demand and supply withBuild transform just in timeParticipateDeliver experienceParticipate easily with standardizedand callable servicesApp anywhereDeliver efficiencyProgrammable hardware buildwith massive scaleDataservicesContainerecosystemModern dataplatformLocation agnosticDevelop and release anywheredriving app consistencyFigure 3: Wipro’s FluidIT framework5
Wipro’s FluidIT framework comprising ofASPIRE, Service Theater and ComposableThese three elements enable Wipro FluidIT toweave infrastructure and applications into asingle platform (See Figure 3).Infrastructure delivers a programmablesoftware-defined infrastructure ecosystem thatforms the foundation of an end-to-end,Wipro’s FluidIT framework is a unified, hybrid,container-based application deploymentplatform that enables an organization toaccelerate the pace of application developmentsoftware-defined datacenter and hybrid cloud.ASPIRE is a build integration tool that automatesdeployment and provisioning of workloadsand reduce the time to market. The platformoffers seamless scalability and flexibility byleveraging a proven, tested frameworkjust-in-time based on blueprints, best practicesand certified architectures.consisting of blueprints, reference architecturesand management tools.Service Theater is a single console platform thatdelivers simplified and automated provisioningthrough its build workflows leveraging ASPIRE.Additionally, Service Theater also deliversWipro uses its accelerators ASPIRE and ServiceTheater to onboard the on-demand use cases onmanagement with high-end analytics andreporting for heterogeneous software-definedComposable Infrastructure. The acceleratorsbring hyper-automation during deployment andappliances integrated with Service Theater APIplatform. Service Theater facilitatesheterogeneous management, deep analytics andties all ends of IT operations into a singleclose-knit automation framework.management of use cases on ComposableInfrastructure. This in turn results in lowering ofcosts, improvement of staff productivity andfacilitates users with the capability to provisionsystem and services from a single platform.Benefit spans across multiple directions (SeeFigure 4).Composable Infrastructure provides a solid, yetflexible foundation of resources.Increase automationTake controlOne platformEasy maintenanceQuick deploymentGain efficiencyLower costsSpeedProductivityBetter use of resourcesLess timeFewer problemsIncreased productivityFigure 4: Benefits of Wipro’s FluidIT framework6StablePredictableManageable
Conclusion:Composable Infrastructure operates at the coreof Wipro’s FluidIT Framework. It supportsWipro’s FluidIT architecture by delivering fluidresource pools that reduce operationalcomplexity for traditional workloads andincreases operational velocity for next-genapplications and services. Composableinfrastructure facilitates dynamic configurationand customizations as per workloadrequirements. The result is effortlessconfiguration and reconfiguration ofComposable Infrastructure withsoftware-defined intelligence powered byASPIRE and Service Theater that result inefficient utilizations and reduced time tomarket.About the authorsSreenath MPractice Manager, Cloud InfrastructureServices, WiproSreenath has over 13 years’ experience inSolution Designing and Technical Delivery atWipro. Currently, he is part of the SDx teamresponsible for Presales, Practice Developmentand Delivery Enablement.7
Wipro LimitedDoddakannelli, Sarjapur Road,Bangalore-560 035,IndiaTel: 91 (80) 2844 0011Fax: 91 (80) 2844 0256wipro.comWipro Limited (NYSE: WIT,BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) isa leading global informationtechnology, consulting andbusiness process servicescompany. We harness thepower of cognitive computing,hyper-automation, robotics,cloud, analytics and emergingtechnologies to help ourclients adapt to the digitalworld and make themsuccessful. A companyrecognized globally for itscomprehensive portfolio ofservices, strong commitmentto sustainability and goodcorporate citizenship, wehave over 175,000 dedicatedemployees serving clientsacross six continents.Together, we discover ideasand connect the dots tobuild a better and a boldnew future.For more information,please write to us atinfo@wipro.comIND/B&T/NOV2019-APR2020
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