This session will review IBM’s Winter and Spring announcements for the POWER servers and IBM i Operating System. What are the POWER7 servers, what can they run, how do you manage them, and what’s in IBM i 7.1. Session will cover enhancements IBM has made in the last few months and what those announcements mean for the platform. There are new servers, new SAN attachment options, exciting new DB2 features, major enhancements to RPG, as well as new system management functions.

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KS2 Technologies, a Premier IBM Business Partner, is a technology firm that guides enterprises to design, build and integrate effective technology solutions. KS2’s advanced skills with IBM Lotus, Rational and WebSphere software brands help clients maximize investment in these solutions.

The IBM Software Value Plus initiative is designed to meet the demands of clients who are looking to drive more value from their technology investments by working with trusted partners with proven skills to quickly and effectively implement new infrastructures. IBM Software Value Plus enables IBM Business Partners to set themselves apart by gaining key technical and industry skills necessary for smarter technology implementations that help clients achieve their business goals.

“IBM is committed to supporting an ecosystem of skilled partners that can provide the most value to our shared clients,” said Sandy Carter, vice president, IBM Software Group Channels. “Business Partners who invest in the proper skills and expertise are well positioned to help clients achieve a faster time-to-value with the right solutions, reduce risk in solution development, and increase their return on investment over time.”

“KS2 is pleased to be a part of a select group of business partners who can effectively sell, design, implement and support a wide range of IBM software offerings,” stated Eric Kuefler, Vice President, KS2. “IBM’s Software Value Plus program rewards dedicated business partners like us who invest in skills and expertise and who are focused on delivering greater client value,” added Kuefler.
Under the initiative, IBM Software partners choose on which IBM software to build technical, marketing and sales skills, such as WebSphere, Information Management, Tivoli, Lotus and Rational. Partners can become certified and authorized to sell these products across multiple industries.

For more information about IBM Software Value Plus, please visit www.ibm.com/partnerworld/softwarevalueplus.

About KS2
KS2 was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Grapevine, Texas. KS2 is a consulting and technology group focused on mid-market businesses and helps them save time, reduce cost and increase ROI. KS2 is an industry leader in systems, hardware and software integration and is both an IBM Premier Business Partner and Oracle Partner. To learn more contact KS2 at 817-310-1800 or visit www.ks2inc.com.

Contact:
Tami Shinedling
KS2 Technologies, Inc.
817-773-5566
tshinedling@ks2inc.com

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