Stories In Detail
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 | | Automate software discovery – even in cloud environments – more quickly, easily, profitably
New IBM Tivoli® Asset Discovery for z/OS® V8.1 includes enhanced data visibility, reporting and change tracking, plus support for SQL Lite (as an alternative to IBM DB2), to improve time to value and reduce installation and administrative costs. Read the announcement letter
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 | | Quickly move your cloud environment to Linux on System z – and save
A combined software and services offering, Cloud Ready for Linux® on System z™ lets you implement a complete, heterogeneous cloud environment on System z – typically in just five (5) business days. Read a case study to learn how Nationwide cut costs in the cloud by consolidating 3,000 distributed servers to Linux virtual servers running on System z. Get your business Cloud Ready (PDF, 39KB)
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 | | Aetna prepares for a data explosion by dramatically boosting query and analytics speeds
Anticipating an influx of data resulting from the Affordable Care Act, Aetna implemented IBM DB2 Analytics Accelerator for z/OS – and reduced query times from hours to seconds, with some queries running up to 1700 times faster than before. Read the case study. Watch the video
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 | | Optimize DB2 and IMS performance with new and enhanced tools
IBM DB2 Performance Solution Pack for z/OS V1.1 is a new bundle of tools for identifying, diagnosing, solving and preventing performance problems. IBM IMS® Cloning Tool for z/OS V1.2 includes new data masking features. And IMS Online Reorganization Facility for z/OS V1.3 makes it easier to schedule reorgs of online databases. Read about all three tools
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 | | Celebrate 30 years of DB2 for z/OS – with a glimpse at the next release
It’s true: IBM DB2 for z/OS turns 30 this year. Replay a recent webcast to learn about customer experiences and successes with the latest advances in DB2 10, including the IBM DB2 Analytics Accelerator and new synergies with IBM zEnterprise™ EC12. And get a peek at plans for the next release, DB2 11. Brush up on your DB2 history at our 30th anniversary site. Replay the webcast
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 | | Accelerate workload performance with IBM Java 7 SR 3 and zEC12
Increase IBM WebSphere® Application Server V8.5 throughput up to 32%, IMS 12 throughput up to 32%, CICS® Transaction Server throughput up to 39%, and IBM Operation Decision Manager throughput up to 38% when running the same workloads, compared to previous Java® versions and System z models. Read more in IBM Systems Magazine
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 | | Test-drive a new approach for application development, at no charge
Composable, lightweight, dynamic and lightning fast, IBM WebSphere Application Server, Liberty Profile is an ideal option for building applications that don’t require the full Java Enterprise Edition (Java EE) environment – but can be deployed to full-profile WebSphere Application Server editions. Learn more and download the trial
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 | | Innovate more, maintain less – with enhancements to Rational Developer for System z
IBM Rational® Developer for System z Family v8.5.1 combines support for industry standards with a user-friendly interface and toolset to simplify the development of rich client interfaces, web user interfaces, traditional terminal interfaces, and back-end, business logic deployable to System z. Read the data sheet (PDF, 925KB). Learn more
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 | | There’s much more: See all the new System z solutions for today’s top CIO challenges
Explore a wealth of new and enhanced offerings for cloud, data, security, enterprise applications and more – each combining leading-edge IBM software technology with the unparalleled performance of the System z platform. Take a look
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 | | IBM to make all cloud services and software open standards-based
The move ensures that innovation in cloud computing will not be hampered by locking customers into proprietary islands of insecure, difficult-to-manage offerings. Learn about IBM leadership in cloud open standards. Read the announcement
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 | | Speed and simplify enterprise-grade cloud management – get the beta
Based on Open Stack software, new IBM SmartCloud Orchestrator lets you deploy new cloud services in minutes, reduce operational costs through automated deployment, and simplify end-user consumption of cloud services. Read about IBM SmartCloud Orchestrator in eWeek. Learn how to get the beta
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 | | Gain improved visibility for optimizing virtual and cloud infrastructure – download the trial
IBM SmartCloud Monitoring V1.1 includes a new, customizable application dashboard that installs in minutes – and lets you extend cloud application monitoring to anyone in your organization. And enhanced capacity optimization can lower your VMWare licensing cost by as much as 27%. Read the data sheet (PDF, 1.5MB). Try it for 60 days, at no charge
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 | | Further automate cloud compliance with new capabilities
IBM SmartCloud Control Desk V7.5.1 includes integration with IBM Endpoint Manager, an enhanced user interface for improved usability and productivity, pre-built process content packs that reduce technical skill requirements, and VMWare image and software as a service (SaaS) delivery models. Read the announcement letter
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 | | New IBM Endpoint Manager V9.0 delivers improved security, extended platform support
This new release extends unified device management to physical and virtual servers, adds support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux® and IBM DB2® as an enterprise endpoint management platform, and reduces patch and development costs as much as 56 percent. Get the details on developerWorks
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 | | Get unparalleled insight into the current and future health of your assets
A new IBM Smarter Analytics Signature Solution, IBM Predictive Asset Optimization enables you to maintain, monitor and optimize assets for better availability, utilization and performance – and helps you predict and prevent asset failure. Read about it
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 | | Put your business in motion – with new
IBM MobileFirst
IBM MobileFirst is the most comprehensive mobile portfolio for global business – combining security, analytics and app development software with cloud-based services, plus deep mobile expertise gained from helping nearly 1,000 customers become mobile enterprises. Read the press release. Learn more and get started with MobileFirst
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 | | Combine security intelligence with big data to detect and prevent attacks
New IBM Security Intelligence with Big Data combines deep security expertise with analytical insights on a massive scale, enabling exceptional protection against advanced persistent threats, fraud, and insider threats. Read the product announcement (includes video and customer testimonial). Learn more about this offering
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 | | See, try, and help influence more new products at Service Management Connect
Hosted by IBM developerWorks®, Service Management Connect is the place to connect with IBMers and other experts – and to help influence the direction of IBM product development through exclusive Continuous Beta programs. Get connected
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 | | Hurry! Register By March 15 to save $300 on Innovate 2013: The IBM Technical Summit
Join 4000+ software and systems practitioners to learn how to improve the practices, predictability and economics of software and product delivery. Make plans now to attend Innovate 2013, June 2-6 in Orlando – and save US$300 when you register by March 15. Register NOW
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 | | Peer into the future of the big data marketplace
Big data hype now has big money behind it - US$11.4 billion in 2012 alone. Read the Big Data Vendor and Market Forecast, 2012-2017, on Wikibon, for a comprehensive look at this huge and growing market – and at the vendors who are poised to dominate it. Read it on Wikibon
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 | | March 13 (TODAY) @ 11 am ET: Succeed with the right platform for social business
Whether you’re a business leader looking to transform your front office, a CIO looking to support strategic growth initiatives, an existing IBM customer, or even a Microsoft customer, you won’t want to miss this exciting discussion and featured technology announcements. Register and join us live
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 | | See what to expect from Impact 2013 – the Session Preview Tool is live
Search sessions based on program and/or keyword (new ones are being added daily), browse them in detail, and select and print the sessions that interest you most. It’s a great way to shop before you register. Try it out
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 | | Webcast March 13 (TODAY): Collaborative lifecycle management, in the cloud
IBM SmartCloud Application Services, IBM’s platform as a service (PaaS) offering, includes the SmartCloud Application Collaborative Lifecycle Management Service (CLMS). Learn how this pay-as-you-go, ‘walk-up-and-use’ service can have your development teams up, running and collaborating in minutes. Register and attend the webcast
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 | | Assess your big data competency – take a new IDC/IBM survey
Based on your answers to this five-minute survey, you’ll be ranked against a baseline of other organizations assessed by IDC – and you’ll receive a custom report that offers recommendations for advancing your big data strategy. Start here (registration required)
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 | | Immerse yourself in the latest web experience technology and expertise
IBM Exceptional Web Experience 2013 (May 20-23 in Chicago) offers over 150 technical and business strategy sessions, led by IBM experts and seasoned IBM Business Partners – all aimed at building your mastery of market-leading IBM web experience software. Learn more and register today
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2013 IBM zEnterprise Technology Summit
