IBM

IBM global channel chief Marc Dupaquier
Channel Programs

IBM sees partner spike after server selloff

February 10, 2015 Robert Dutt Comments Off on IBM sees partner spike after server selloff
Channel chief Marc Dupaquier details how selling off its x86 server business has allowed IBM to focus on value offerings, woo new partners.

Channel Programs

Lenovo unveils first managed service provider program

January 27, 2015 Mark Cox Comments Off on Lenovo unveils first managed service provider program
Lenovo’s first program for MSPs was designed by ex-IBMers, but is very different from the program IBM had.

Big Data

IBM, Apple deliver first wave of IBM MobileFirst for iOS apps

December 11, 2014 Mark Cox Comments Off on IBM, Apple deliver first wave of IBM MobileFirst for iOS apps
Aimed at both the enterprise and mid-market, the new apps will be customized, integrated and deployed by partners, and IBM will support partners here with several new tools.

Channel Programs

Video: Talking One Lenovo, One Channel with Stefan Bockhop

December 3, 2014 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Video: Talking One Lenovo, One Channel with Stefan Bockhop
Lenovo Canada channel chief provides an update on the company’s plan to integrate partner programs from the recently-acquired IBM system x business.

Tim FitzGerald, vice president of cloud solutions at Avnet Technology Solutions
Cloud

Avnet Technology Solutions launches Cloud Toolset [Video]

November 12, 2014 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Avnet Technology Solutions launches Cloud Toolset [Video]
The distributor says its Avnet Cloud Toolset will help solution providers offer their customers an enterprise-wide view of their cloud investments.

Harry Zarek, president of Compugen (left), and Dave Frederickson, vice president of sales at Long View Systems (right).
Computers

Partners: HP split plans must be well-communicated

October 7, 2014 Robert Dutt Comments Off on Partners: HP split plans must be well-communicated
Partners say HP’s split can be a positive move, but the vendor must carefully communicate with partners and customers to avoid market confusion.

Channel Programs

Lenovo to quickly integrate IBM server business in one coverage model

September 29, 2014 Mark Cox Comments Off on Lenovo to quickly integrate IBM server business in one coverage model
While both Lenovo and IBM used some different distributors, under Lenovo all distributors formerly used by both companies will remain, and each distributor will be able to sell any server Lenovo sells. All partners will also be able to sell all Lenovo servers.

Channel Programs

Channel continues strong performance for Lenovo

August 18, 2014 Mark Cox Comments Off on Channel continues strong performance for Lenovo
Lenovo has also just relaunched its New Customer Bonus program, giving the option of a front-end as well as a back-end rebate.

Cloud

Enterprise mobility solution provider KidoZen sees channel momentum

August 13, 2014 Mark Cox Comments Off on Enterprise mobility solution provider KidoZen sees channel momentum
KidoZen, a very young startup with a mobile app platform which facilitates the development of enterprise mobility solutions, is seeing customer acceptance as it goes against well-known brands like IBM and SAP.

Cloud

SAP Canada opens first Canadian data centre in Markham

July 29, 2014 Mark Cox Comments Off on SAP Canada opens first Canadian data centre in Markham
SAP’s new strategic investment in Canada is part of a strategy to help its Canadian channel partners significantly grow their cloud business