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Tech Data Partners with IBM Putting the Cloud in
Reach for Resellers
TDCloud expands offering to include IBM products and services
CLEARWATER, Fla. (May XX, 2011) – Tech Data Corporation, a leading distributor of technology
products, today announced the expansion of its TDCloud offering to include IBM Cloud hardware,
software and services giving its Value-Added Resellers (VARs) greater resources to take advantage of
lucrative Cloud opportunities.
With the birth of TDCloud, Tech Data redefines the way VARs capitalize on cloud opportunities by
connecting them to the world’s premier Cloud specialists, data center vendors and software innovators,
and helping them identify the correct solutions their customers demand, whether it’s private, public or
hybrid Cloud architectures.
“Tech Data has aligned with IBM to offer Cloud solutions that enable resellers to implement a private
cloud, as well as offer them the opportunity to sell IBM public Cloud services such as Smart Cloud
Enterprise and Managed Backup Cloud,” said Tech Data Vice President and General Manager of
Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, Chuck Bartlett. “Along with these IBM products and services, we
provide the necessary training and technical support, as well as configuration and shipping services on
behalf of our resellers who are providing private Clouds.”
As part of TDCloud, Tech Data is offering these IBM Services:
IBM Smart Business Cloud – Enterprise provides users with quick access to a security-rich, enterpriseclass virtual server environment on the IBM Cloud.
Smart Business Desktop on the IBM Cloud provides security-rich access to information, simplify IT
complexity while reducing energy consumption.
IBM Information Protection Services – Managed Backup Cloud offers a comprehensive range of onsite, off-site and hybrid information protection solutions for clients who want to achieve information
resiliency and operational recovery across enterprise data assets.
IBM Managed Security Services protects information assets, including hosted email and Web security,
vulnerability management and security event and log management services.
Tivoli® Live Monitoring Services provides proactive monitoring, alerts, performance and capacity
reporting.
“IBM has the complete private and public Cloud offerings to the channel and Tech Data is positioned to
find the right partners that IBM is looking for to offer these services,” said IBM Director of Strategic
Initiatives/Cloud John Santoni. “Plus, they have the people and processes in place to successfully drive
these initiatives in the channel.”
Through this partnership, Tech Data also offers IBM software and appliances including:
LotusLive – Award-winning, online collaboration tools, email and social networking services.
IBM CloudBurst – A self-service portal, service catalog, prepackaged automation templates and cost
recovery features.
WebSphere Cast Iron – Cloud integration enabling rapid connect of the hybrid world of public clouds,
private clouds and on-premise applications.
To learn more about IBM Cloud, resellers can access TDCloud at www.techdata.com/tdcloud or call their
sales team at 800-237-8931.
About Tech Data
Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ GS: TECD) is one of the world’s largest wholesale distributors of
technology products. Its advanced logistics capabilities and value added services enable 125,000
resellers in more than 100 countries to efficiently and cost effectively support the diverse technology
needs of end users. Tech Data generated $24.4 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended January 31,
2011, and is ranked 109th on the Fortune 500®. To learn more, visit www.techdata.com.
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