Dear EWC users,

Following a detailed analysis of user feedback, Morpheus features usage, and an evaluation of open-source alternatives, we have decided to decommission Morpheus in favour of alternative solutions providing better integration with standard tools and alignment with the long-term goals of the EWC.

In particular:

• As a replacement of Morpheus web interface to manage cloud resources, we have selected Horizon, the OpenStack Dashboard. 

• The EWC Community Hub provides a more open approach for application blueprints because items rely on open source solution and can be easily customised and adapted for the different needs and environments
• Access to EWC services (including Horizon) will be accomplished through the EWC Identity and Access Management (IAM). Existing users will be onboarded and migrated into EWC IAM. Over the coming weeks, you may receive emails from the EWC team related to IAM onboarding.

🗓️ Indicative Timeline (Subject to Updates)

The following timeline is indicative and will be refined and updated regularly as the transition progresses:

• Availability of the new solution – End of Q1

• User webinars – Dates to be announced closer to each event

• Progressive transition of users and workloads – Q2–Q4

• End-of-year completion of the transition and Morpheus decommissioning – End of year

Further communications will be sent at each major milestone.

📣 User Support and Ongoing Communication

Please be assured that you will be supported throughout the entire transition. We will provide clear documentation, guidance, and direct communication to help you at every stage. No immediate action is required at this point.

To keep you fully informed, we will:

• Share regular updates via official EWC communication channels, including monthly updates and any changes to the timeline

• Announce webinars to present the new solutions, explain the changes, and answer your questions

• Publish updated documentation, how-to pages on how to perform similar actions in the new system and FAQs to support your preparation for the transition

We appreciate your patience and please contact us via Support Ticket or via Rocketchat if you have any questions or concern.

EWC Team