rBuilder® enables application vendors to combine their application with just enough operating system to create a software or virtual appliance. rBuilder allows the developer to build and manage distributed software repositories. The repositories store packages, components and builds that are uniquely named and versioned, making it possible for rBuilder to retain all the construction and modification information around each piece of each appliance. rBuilder compiles software and builds it for different system architectures, including all virtualization formats. Read more...

The rPath Appliance Platform™ is an intuitive web-based administrative console for common tasks associated with a software appliance. With the rPath Appliance Platform, appliance administrators can create and schedule system tasks, such as updates, reboots and configurations. It can also automatically send email notifications to alert users of changes or completed tasks and log events that occur on the appliance. The rPath Appliance Platform provides a framework that may be customized by the appliance vendor to have a specific look and feel. Custom functionality required for the appliance can be added via plugins. Read more...

Consulting Services

rPath Consulting Services offer the easiest and most reliable way to build and maintain appliance products. Our engineers have constructed appliances for large and small software companies and have industry leading knowledge in the appliance market. All deliverables are completed using a rigorous execution plan that engages customers actively in the development and testing process.

In addition to customized consulting engagements, rPath offers defined scope engagements for many of the key elements of Appliance Lifecycle Management. All of the following engagements can be customized to match specific client needs. Read more...