Gregory Prokter wrote: > Let me add my thoughts to the discussion as I have come across the > same question. First, there is cost. Commercial ESB is very > expensive, whereas WSIF is free. But most IT organizations I know, > have already purchased ESB, so it's a mute point.
Just wanted to mention that there are several open source ESB solutions emerging. here are some examples: Open ESB: <https://open-esb.dev.java.net/> Mule: <http://mule.mulesource.org/wiki/display/MULE/Home> > Second, ESB as pointed out below is so much more functionality > (repository, client access over any protocol, monitoring, security, > asynchronous call outs to other services in the pipe, etc.) than WSIF > that it is indeed as Alek pointed out like comparing Apples to Oranges. > > So, if you have a small nail (client access to a service independent > of protocol) of course bringing a HUGE hammer like ESB will do the > job. But then, be careful with your fingers! Good point. My experience is that projects often start out needing small nails and timber but then grow to need bigger timber, nails, hammer and power tools. Even the pros need to be careful with such power tools :-) -- Regards, Farrukh Web: http://www.wellfleetsoftware.com --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
