Faq
Welcome to the Parallel Works ACTIVATE FAQ page, your resource for answers to common queries about our unified control plane for HPC and AI resources. Whether you’re curious about deployment options, cost management features, or compatibility with specific computing environments, our FAQ section provides clear and comprehensive explanations. Explore how Parallel Works ACTIVATE can enhance your R&D efforts with seamless provisioning, efficient resource management, and advanced collaboration tools. If you have more questions, feel free to contact our support team for personalized assistance.
What is Parallel Works ACTIVATE?
Parallel Works ACTIVATE is a HPC & AI control plane for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid computing environments, with tools to create and manage elastic clusters, run workflows and virtual desktops, and utilize shareable, customizable, and diverse HPC & AI workloads for optimized R&D processes under one centralized user interface, that we call a control plane.
What are the key features of Parallel Works ACTIVATE?
Parallel Works simplifies HPC & AI deployment across cloud providers, providing unified management and optimization tools for enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness across computing environments. ACTIVATE enables organizations to control costs with our near-real-time cost estimator and project-level budget allocation tools, helps organizations to avoid vendor lock-in through a cloud agnostic environment, and empowers collaborate with colleagues through shareable resources with guardrails that meet security compliance requirements.
What makes ACTIVATE different from other solutions?
Parallel Works ACTIVATE is a multi-cloud, vendor agnostic solution that doesn’t charge on compute consumption, leaving users the freedom to choose which cloud service provider or environment to operate on. Unlike other solutions that limit the ability of organizations to choose which applications, tools, and purchase models they can use, ACTIVATE provides the flexibility for teams to seamlessly build on any compute resource or cloud and integrate any application or tool to create the most optimized, cost-effective solution for their needs.
What security features does ACTIVATE offer?
Parallel Works ACTIVATE meets industry standard best practices for security and compliance. We also offer a High Security control plane with robust security measures and guardrails at a DoD Impact Level (IL) 5. Contact our sales team for more information on our high security offering.
How does Parallel Works ACTIVATE optimize R&D processes?
Parallel Works provides a single interface for multi-cloud compliance management with no changes to the existing computing system, enabling users to become an expert in all clouds without learning an entirely new stack of technologies. We have spent 10 years optimizing and tuning our control plane.
Can Parallel Works ACTIVATE integrate with existing cloud and on-premises infrastructures?
Yes, Parallel Works ACTIVATE is designed to integrate seamlessly with various cloud providers and on-premises environments, ensuring flexibility and scalability according to your organization’s needs.
Which cloud service providers does ACTIVATE support?
Parallel Works supports integration with multiple cloud service providers (CSPs). We currently support Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. We are in the process of implementing Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and have the ability to integrate other cloud services. Please contact us at info@parallelworks.com for more information or questions.
What types of industries can benefit from Parallel Works ACTIVATE?
Parallel Works offers beneficial HPC & AI services across various industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Biomedical, Higher Education, Energy, Earth Sciences & Weather, Government, Defense, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery. For more information on how we can support your industry’s needs, contact us today.
Who are the typical end users of ACTIVATE?
Parallel Works is designed for computing practitioners, including researchers, engineers, and developers, leveraging HPC and AI technologies across a variety of verticals and industries. Our control plane is built for users and admins/managers of computing environments, and is built to scale with your organization’s needs.
I have limited experience with HPC. Can I still use Parallel Works effectively?
Yes, Parallel Works simplifies HPC deployment and management, providing intuitive tools for users of all experience levels.
What support and training options are available for users of Parallel Works ACTIVATE?
Parallel Works provides comprehensive support services and packages built to ensure users maximize the benefits of ACTIVATE. This includes onboarding assistance, technical support, and access to documentation and tutorials.
Is there a Parallel Works User Guide?
Yes, you can access the user guide here.
Where can I find Parallel Works' latest feature updates and blog posts?
Check out our latest features and blog posts here.
Where can I receive pricing information?
Contact us at info@parallelworks.com to receive our pricing information.
How can I get started with Parallel Works ACTIVATE?
Getting started with Parallel Works ACTIVATE is straightforward. Contact us to schedule a demo or request a consultation to discuss your organization’s specific requirements. Contact us today to see how ACTIVATE can enhance your computing infrastructure and workflows.