We just launched Mural, our Open Source MDM (Master Data Management) project but Forrester's latest Wave Report already says: "Sun Microsystems debuted in the top slot among Strong Performers with solid data deduplication, architecture, and open-source options".

An MDM system allows a single, consolidated, presentation from multiple data sources. Mural brings the experience from JavaCAPS, and adds OpenSource and the benefits of bundling GlassFish Server and MySQL to the mix. I need to write some spotlights on Mural, stay tuned.

Forrester Wave Report on AppServers now available in full: • Report on AppServers.   We previously spotlighted this report here;   Also note this is dated Feb 07 and refers to GlassFish v1

I had missed the latest report by Forrester on Application Server Platforms (Q3 2007) but somebody pointed it out earlier today. Arun already wrote about the punchline but I wanted to add some quotes and pointers ...

Below are links to some excerpts with some selected quotes; for more details, you can buy the complete report from Forrester. Also check out the related SearchWebServices.COM interview with Rob.

• BEA - ... Provides a Solid Platform with Good Features
• IBM - ... Except For Its High Costs
• Oracle - ... A Strong, Competitive Alternative to the Traditional Leaders
• Red Hat/JBoss - ...Has To Catch Up
&bull SAP - ... Lags Behind The Pack
• Sun - What a Difference 18 Months Makes!