Arrow Electronics has expanded its agreement with IBM and is now making IBM Storage Protect for Cloud available to channel partners in EMEA via the ArrowSphere Cloud platform.
The agreement builds on the long-standing collaboration between Arrow and IBM and broadens access to IBM's SaaS-based data protection platform. Channel partners in EMEA IBM Storage Protect for Cloud is now available to access, package and deliver IBM Storage Protect for Cloud as part of broader multi-vendor solutions. This enables partners to act faster, scale more efficiently and build predictable, recurring revenue streams, while customers strengthen their resilience to data loss in cloud environments.
IBM Storage Protect for Cloud is a data protection platform for multiple workloads, designed to protect mission-critical SaaS data. The solution offers automated backup, granular recovery capabilities and other protection mechanisms to reduce the risk of data loss due to cyber threats, human error or service disruption. The platform supports modern cloud environments and helps organizations maintain business continuity while meeting growing security and compliance requirements.
The availability of IBM Storage Protect for Cloud via ArrowSphere Cloud Reflecting the trend towards more digital procurement and delivery models, the solution is API-based and integrates seamlessly with ArrowSphere Cloud, enabling channel partners to accelerate implementation, simplify operations and deliver solutions through a modern and efficient digital purchasing experience.
ArrowSphere Cloud also includes built-in AI capabilities that help channel partners work more effectively with data, identify new business opportunities, and streamline daily processes in sales, operations, and lifecycle management.
Mike Worby, Head of Strategic Alliances within Arrow's Enterprise Computing business area in EMEA, says:
”Our expanded agreement with IBM reflects our strategy to enable channel partners to build, deliver and scale cloud solutions from multiple vendors through a single platform. It aligns with how customers want to buy and use technology today, with a growing demand for flexible and integrated solutions delivered through a seamless digital experience. By adding IBM Storage Protect for Cloud to ArrowSphere Cloud, we are strengthening our portfolio while empowering channel partners to accelerate delivery, scale their operations and develop recurring revenue.”
ArrowSphere Cloud is designed to support the entire lifecycle of cloud and software solutions, from design and delivery to ongoing management. The platform provides channel partners with access to a digital catalog of cloud technology and services from leading vendors, along with billing, provisioning and subscription management tools. It enables them to build multi-vendor solutions, simplify operations and scale their cloud business more efficiently across the EMEA region.
Rose Renck, vice president and global managing director at IBM, says:
”By partnering with Arrow, we can expand the availability of IBM Storage Protect for Cloud across the EMEA region. Together, we empower channel partners to deliver robust data protection solutions more easily, integrate them seamlessly into customers” end-to-end solutions, and offer a more flexible and modern digital experience.”
The agreement is effective immediately, and IBM Storage Protect for Cloud is now available to Arrow's channel partners in EMEA via ArrowSphere Cloud.
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