You will find many useful resources, including our weekly stock report, current promotions, configuration and sales tools, marketing tools including IBM's partner reward programs, contact details for our IBM team and details on IBM's channel marketing activities. Avnet now hold high volume of System x, Bladecenter, System storage and affiliated options.
IBM ex5 Redbook
The IBM ex5 Redbook has now been updated with a new chapter on x3690 X5. DOWNLOAD [10 meg]
Compatibility Matrix for 2-S Towers and Racks
This Options Compatibility Matrix will assist you as IBM make the transition from M2 to M3 systems. This covers the 2-S Towers and Racks DOWNLOAD M2-M3 OPTIONS COMPATIBILITY v2 [XLS]
IBM Pre Sales Advisor Tool
The new IBM Pre-Sales Advisor Tool: Simplifying ease of doing business. New and improved! Expanding on the former Express Selector Plus tool capabilities, the new Pre-Sales Advisor Tool is a simple to use and web-enabled pre-sales solution with a guided process work flow to allow you to quickly and easily access pre-sales information and tools in a single portal. This integrated environment enables you to select, configure and source the System x product line and modules from BladeCenter, System Storage and affiliated options. [LEARN MORE]
Standalone Solutions Configuration Tool (SSCT)
A software application with technical guidelines incorporated in its database developed to aid IBM sales and business partners and facilitate technical collaborations in configuring eServer systems and rack cabinets. The application is designed to support an interactive interface with graphics for determining the price, ideal environment, available rack cabinet space and available resources along with other operations associated with ordering and configuring a whole solution. The application is also capable of saving or exporting data in several different formats. DOWNLOAD SSCT
IBM Configuration and Options Guide (COG)
The IBM System x Configuration and Options Guide (COG) is now available in Hypertext Markup Language (HTML). The Configuration and Options Guide contains general configuration information about IBM products and supported options, such as, IBM System x®; BladeCenter; IntelliStation; Datacenter and other servers. DOWNLOAD COG
IBM System x Reference Guide IBM BladeCenter and System x Reference Sheets are a set of highly detailed specifications and lists of options, one page for each of our System x servers, BladeCenter chassis and servers, and IntelliStation workstations. DOWNLOAD IBM xREF SHEETS
Alinean ROI and TCO Calculation Tool
The Alinean Tool is a calculator that allows you to enter your client’s unique IT server environment data, along with their projected annual computing growth needs and your server replacement cycle to derive a future cost basis should you continue with your current computing environment. It then proposes a consolidated Intel-based IBM BladeCenter or System x platform for consideration and forward calculates the consolidated costs and subsequent TCO and ROI savings. You have the choice to either print a detailed or summary report for your further usage or you can send the report to IBM for follow up discussions. This off-line version requires that you have a valid and active user id / password on the host site [HERE] prior to downloading and installing. This off-line version, once installed, will allow you to access and utilise the tool without the need for an internet connection. DOWNLOAD OFFLINE PACK-n-GO VERSION
IBM Sizing Guides
This tool is designed to give you the help you need in competitive situations. It provides quick head-to-head comparisons between IBM System x/BladeCenter servers and major competitive server products. It is a stand-alone tool which can be downloaded and used anywhere any time. The tool will be updated regularly so it is recommended to bookmark this URL and check frequently for new updates. DOWNLOAD SIZING GUIDE
IBM BladeCentre and System x Power Configurator
Energy costs are top of mind in IT today. In fact, it is estimated that each year companies pay a significant part of the purchase price of a system on powering, cooling and housing that system. Discover the energy savings IBM System x™ and BladeCenter® servers can bring to your business. Take the power challenge using the IBM Power Configurator today. DOWNLOAD SYSTEM x POWER CONFIGURATOR
IBM Express Seller - Q3 2010 Complete overview of all IBM Express Seller servers for Autumn Q2, complete with a related options matrix can be downloaded HERE
An IBM Guide to Cloud Computing
In this IBM Redpapers publication, we provide a discussion about the IBM recommendations for the implementation of cloud security REDBOOK GUIDE [PDF]
CASE STUDIES AND DATASHEETS
Case Study on XIV DIISR implemented a partial-rack IBM XIV Storage System with 42 TB of storage at its primary data center, and moved the most modern hardware from its existing SAN to its disaster recovery site. Data is replicated from the XIV cluster to the SAN, and is also backed up to tape. DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY [PDF]
System x 1 Page Value Propositions
Available for your quick reference is this collection of simple 1 page documents, that highlights quick selling points of a range of Tower, Blade and Rack systems, as well as application specific solutions. REQUIRE PARTNERWORLD LOGIN DOWNLOAD SYSTEM x AND STORAGE ONE PAGERS
IBM ServerProven
The IBM ServerProven® program validates selected products for compatibility with IBM System x®, BladeCenter® and xSeries® servers. Through the ServerProven Program, IBM works with industry leaders to test their equipment with ours. We recognize that you deserve the most innovative solutions...even if they're not all from IBM.
IBM Systems connect eXpert
IBM Systems Connect eXpert is your worldwide portal for easily locating System x, BladeCenter and entry-Storage certification and education. This program provides Business Partners with easy-to-follow, flexible road maps to advanced certification while helping you remain current on those urgent skills needed in the business world today.
Competitive Marketing Intelligence
COMP is IBM's Worldwide Portal for Competitive Information on hardware, software, and services. Updated daily, it includes documents from a number of external suppliers as well as reports from IBM competitive specialists and links to competitive tools from third parties.
Interoperability Guide – IBM BladeCenter
This paper is intended to provide information regarding BladeCenter Interoperability. It assembles data from other published IBM tools. It is a Quick reference for BladeCenter Interoperability.
Dynamic Infrastructure Central
This new web resource within PartnerWorld provides everything you need to take advantage of the Dynamic Infrastructure opportunity. In one place, you'll find information and links about education, the specialty, selling and technical tools and resources, and the new community. There is also a dedicated section focused on Dynamic Infrastructure opportunities in the midmarket. Visit Dynamic Infrastructure VISIT DYNAMIC INFRASTRUCTURE
Tools and Resources Cheat Sheet
Download this easy to use quick reference guide to all of the useful resources
IBM have available. DOWNLOAD CHEATSHEET [XLS]
TechLine Compete Centre
This tool is designed to give you the help you need in competitive situations. It provides quick head-to-head comparisons between IBM System x/BladeCenter servers and major competitive server products. It is a stand-alone tool which can be downloaded and used anywhere any time. The tool will be updated regularly so it is recommended to bookmark this URL and check frequently for new updates. REQUIRE PARTNERWORLD LOGIN
DOWNLOAD SYSTEM x AND BLADE CENTRE COMPETE TOOL
Financial Selling – How to sell financial benefits to your customers
There are self-study materials available for Business Partners within PartnerWorld on how to sell the financial benefits to stakeholders in business including the CFO. Our financial business case to your Business Partners is that there is never a bad time to sharpen your financial selling skills, and the price is right too. DOWNLOAD FINANCIAL SELLING [PDF]
Smarter Infrastructure with SAN
The world is getting smaller and flatter, but it must also get smarter. Every day, the world is becoming more instrumented, interconnected, and intelligent, creating new opportunities at both a societal and organizational level. By harnessing our increasingly digitized world, we can solve intractable social problems, bring organizations closer to customers, and vastly shrink decision windows that help executives achieve competitive advantage. READ MORE [PDF]
Storage for Today and Tomorrow
No matter what way you look at it, the volume of data needing storage in the enterprise data center is skyrocketing. Research firm IDC tracks the storage growth at 60% annually – a hard figure to cope with for even the savviest of storage administrators. Smart storage starts with an understanding of an enterprise’s needs matched to the right technologies for meeting those demands. But that’s easier said than done, given changing enterprise data types, regulatory provisions surrounding data storage and the rise of storage options. In these articles, InfoWorld and its sister publications CIO, Computerworld and Network World explore the latest storage challenges and the technologies for addressing them. DOWNLOAD STORAGE eBOOK [PDF]
TSM Fastback Backup and Recovery Software
Tivoli Storage Manager FastBack, known as TSM FastBack, is a software solution that allows the rapid restoration of any amount of Windows data following almost any kind of data loss. This makes the solution ideal for organizations that rely on IBM DB2®, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle and SAP. What's more, TSM FastBack works across multiple hardware devices and locations, and is designed to restore data to any particular point in time. If you haven’t considered the value of data recovery mid market to enterprise customers, you should. Some statistics from the United States suggest that 40% of businesses who experienced disaster reopen (source: US Labor Department). The solution automates and restores data backup without tape by continuously capturing sequences of data known as blocks. This disk-based approach to data protection eliminates the need for time-consuming manual processes, such as the creation of backup windows - as well as the need to physically transport tape to archive locations. A centralized control module allows midsized organizations to securely transfer data from one location to another - as well as to prioritize which data should be attended to first in the case of an outage. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT TIVOLI STORAGE MANAGER
WATCH THE DEMO LEARN ABOUT DATA CONTINUITY
REMOTE DATA PROTECTION
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Brocade Data Center Fabric Storage for Today and Tomorrow Manager (DCFM™)
Brocade Data Center Fabric Manager (DCFM™) is a new solution for managing enterprise class data center fabrics. Combined with the full range of Brocade switching products, Brocade DCFM provides a complete solution for highly efficient, cost-effective management of networked storage environments. Two versions of DCFM are available: DCFM Enterprise and DCFM Professional.
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Microsoft System Management Solutions for IBM ServersMicrosoft System Management Solutions (SMS) for IBM. This link contains information and downloads for Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008, Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007, Windows Essential Business Server 2008, Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit, MicrosoftSystem Centre Configuration Manager 2007 (OS Deployment and System Updates), Microsoft System Management Server, Microsoft Operations Manager 2005. FOR MORE DETAILS
Information on Emulex Avnet Technology Solutions are an Emulex Channel Edge Distributor in the Asia Pacific region for the territory of Australia. Below is a wealth of technical and competitive information on IBM Emulex HBAs and Virtual Fabric Adaptors.
PartnerWorld: Harte-Hanks webcast: Multichannel marketing strategies for success
See how Harte-Hanks is helping IBM Business Partners optimise their marketing investment and build stronger sales pipelines by leveraging data analytics, social media, automated lead nurturing, and closely aligned sales support to identify, cultivate, and close more deals. Join this webcast and learn how Harte-Hanks can help you.
Date: Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Time: 2:00 p.m. EDT
PartnerWorld: Capture the Smarter City opportunity
Learn how to build a smarter planet one city at a time. Cities represent significant Business Partner opportunities but how do you get started? Listen to the Creating a Smarter City as an IBM Business Partner Lecture today. Learn about key smarter city solution areas and how you can begin the dialogue and close the sale with local leaders in your city.
IBM Systems: Four security-focused Tivoli Talks still to come this month
Tuesday, August 24: What is X-Force and How Can I Leverage X-Force to Sell Security Solutions?
Learn why IBM X-Force is the foundation for a preemptive approach to Internet security and how best to leverage X-Force capabilities to sell IBM Security Solutions. More information.
Thursday, August 26: Help Your Clients Simplify Enterprise Key Management with TKLM V2.0 and Support for KMIP
Learn more about what’s new and exciting with this release of TKLM and help your customers enhance data security and ensure compliance. More information.
Monday, August 30: Tivoli Security, Risk and Compliance Management Roadmap Update
Join this Tivoli Talk to hear the latest updates on the Tivoli Security, Risk and Compliance Management roadmap. More information.
Tuesday, August 31: X-Force 2010 Mid-Year Report - The Highlights
Learn about key highlights from the 2010 IBM X-Force Mid-Year Trend and Risk Report and how to use this information in customer engagements. More information.
Information Management: New: Featured Information Management sales playbooks and kits page
We have improved the navigation to our hottest Information Management sales playbooks and kits for Business Partners. This new page will be updated on a regular basis, and is easily accessible from the main Information Management page on PartnerWorld.
Information Management: Replay: IBM Smart Analytics Systems Business Partner Program Update
If you missed the latest update on the IBM Smart Analytics System Program, it's not too late. Build a strong sales competency, solidify your technical skills, participate in the Business Partner Pilot Program, and know where to access key resources.
Download the presentation and corresponding MP3 file, or directly dial into the replay per the number below:
Toll Free: 800.937.5460
Toll: 203.369.3865
Passcode: 5434430
End date: February 6, 2011
Information Management: IBM Information Management Business Partner Award nomination deadline is September 1
Don't miss the opportunity to be recognised for your demonstrated excellence in delivering exceptional business value for Information Management software. Winners and finalists will be selected from among those Business Partners who have dedicated their time and energy to providing ingenious solutions using Information Management software.
In addition, winners and finalists will be invited to a special reception at Information On Demand 2010 and be recognised throughout the week of the event, October 24 - 28, 2010, Las Vegas, NV.
Information Management: August update: Teaming with Information Management Business Partners
The August update includes four important topics:
Featured Information Management Sales Playbooks and Kits page: Based on your input, we created this page to provide faster and easier access.
Certification discounts at Information On Demand 2010: Skills and industry expertise are more important than ever. Save by registering today.
Nomination deadline for Information Management Business Partner Awards: Don't miss your opportunity to be recognised! Nominations close September 1st.
Information Management Foundations Virtual Learning (August 30 - September 2): Interactive Web course covers the Information and Analytics strategy, the Information Management and Business Analytics portfolio, and the IBM Information Agenda approach.
Rational: Tell your customers: Register for the September 14 Virtual Innovate Conference
Be sure to invite your customers to this important event, and register yourself. You may even wish to attend with them. If your customers couldn't attend Innovate in Orlando, now they have the chance to catch the excitement, insight and impact of Innovate 2010 on their desktop. Learn about smarter software and smarter product innovation needed to build a smarter planet. Plus, customers and Business Partners can visit the IBM Solution booths to talk to IBM experts and learn how to better drive innovation through software.
Rational: September 15 Rational User Group Community webcast: Hear Our Strategy - IBM Rational Requirements Management Offerings
The IBM Rational requirements management team is working on exciting updates to our portfolio of industry-leading offerings. Register for this webcast, and invite your customers. Not only will you hear from Rational requirements management thought leaders during this webcast, you will also hear from our special guest speaker, Dr. Danny Sabbah, General Manager of IBM Rational Software. He will discuss the importance of investing in requirements management, and how this area of the Rational business is continuing to evolve onto the Jazz platform. Join us to hear from Danny and other IBM thought leaders, and to see live demos of our latest and greatest product updates.
Tivoli: New version of IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center announced
This new release delivers improved customer time-to-value, reduced storage complexity, improved system availability and reduced storage TCO. TPC v4.2 includes enhancements that bring ease-of-use, reporting customisation capabilities, disaster recovery management and problem determination aids for enabling IT administrators to manage large-scale storage environments while simplifying day-to-day operations and improving staff productivity.
These time-to-value enhancements in TPC v4.2 have been evaluated and the resulting ROI improvements are now reflected in the latest version of the IBM Business Value Analyst (BVA) Tool. Take immediate advantage of these new ROI metrics in the BVA tool in all your TPC engagements to demonstrate the clear benefits TPC delivers.
Did you miss Impact 2010? Beginning September 1, listen to the top-rated keynote presentations or download your favorite breakout session by attending the Impact 2010 virtual event. Registration is now open; content will be available September 1.
WebSphere: Demo: Dynamic BPM Order Fulfillment Solution Scenario for Telecom now available
The Dynamic BPM Order Fulfillment Solution Scenario for Telecom was released as part of the WebSphere Telecom Content Pack V7 Feature Pack 1 in June 2010. A demo of this Order Fulfillment Solution Scenario is now available for Business Partners. The demo highlights a dynamic order fulfillment process instance and then reviews the current state of the business process, in addition to capability maps, process maps, process models, and other supporting artifacts.
IBM system x, p, i, z and Storage Technical Symposiums
IBM Technical Conferences are the first choice for IT professionals intent on exploring current and emerging technical topics. Designed to meet the needs of busy professionals, IBM Technical Conferences condense into one event all the latest updates, technical tips and hands-on practice you need to:
Get more from your installed
IT technologies Integrate budgetary and performance requirements
Find smart IT solutions that won’t blow your budget
Develop practical strategies for future implementations IBM Technical Conferences give you a chance to:
Engage directly with product developers and thought leaders
Share insights with your peers
Customize your own agenda
Take onsite certification exams
Hear about the latest trends and product strategies
Learn about innovative solutions from IBM Business Partners
IBMAP - IBM Acceleration Program
Business Partners often struggle to understand and access all of the IBM tools, products and resources that are available from IBM, this is particularly true when a new representative or pre-sales specialist joins an IBM Business Partner and they have had very little, or no prior knowledge with working with IBM or our Products. The IBM Acceleration Program (IBMAP) is designed to quickly and effectively educate candidates by providing them with the following:-
An overview of IBM the Organisation
An overview of IBM’s QLD Structure
Education on IBM STG Products (with particular focus on System x IBM’s intel/AMD/Blade servers, System Storage, and System Power IBM’s unix Servers)
2010 Systems & Technology Group (STG)
Top Guns IBM Top Gun training is designed to increase sales, solutions, competitive and technical skills for I/T Industry professionals. The program uses a popular "Top Gun" format involving unique class themes, stimulating lectures, stand-up exercises, hands-on labs, quizzes, and product demonstrations. They are free to attend, however travel and living expenses are incurred by attendees. Apr 12-16 Storage - Melbourne, Pencil it in your diary, register now online May 10-14 System x - Melbourne, Pencil it in your diary, register now online May 17-21 System x - Auckland, Pencil it in your diary, register now online Jul 26-30 POWER - Sydney, Pencil it in your diary, register now online TOP GUN CLASSES
2010 System x and BladeCenter Tech Symposium
Book now using your Partner Rewards Vouchers and save $$$$
The System x and BladeCenter Technical Symposium is back for 2010. Enrollments are now open. Enrol before the 30th April this year using your IBM Partner Rewards Vouchers and we will waive the additional 20% fee, This means you pay nothing. Reserve your place now, simply email Marianne Junko mjunko@au1.ibm.com with the student name and email address. Don't know who to send? Reserve your place now and change the student name closer to the startdate.
Why not update your IBM certifications at the event? Certification vouchers will be available at the venue. The event agenda and tracks will be available 6 weeks before the startdate.
IBM System x and BladeCenter Technical Symposium - 2.5 days
7th - 9th June 2010,
Sydney,
$1600 per student (ex GST)
Overview: IBM System x and IBM BladeCenter platforms are moving to the next generation of technology to deliver the mission-critical design and performance needed for growing application loads. Attend this event to hear about new product announcements and technologies that deliver the leading-edge capabilities you have come to expect. Come away from this event with the strategic and tactical knowledge of how to optimise your business needs and build a cost-effective flexible IT infrastructure.
KYI Byron Bay 2010 Recognition Event *Win one of two tickets!*
Avnet have two tickets to the KYI Byron Bay recognition event! To qualify, you just need to be one of our two top resellers based on revenue growth from giveaway*. Experience five star luxury at the annual KYI recognition event. The highlight of the KYI year is the annual recognition event taking place at the Byron at Byron Resort & Spa in Bryon Bay
Terms and Conditions: *based on largest percentage growth in IBM System x and IBM System storage revenue between 10th of June 2010 and the 30th September 2010 (compared with the same period in 2009). This will be calculated based on account code and invoice value, no back orders will be accepted. The winners will be notified by phone within 30 days of this promotion ending. Not transferrable or redeemable for cash.
Pre-Sales Advisor mobile App
The new and improved Pre-Sales Advisor Tool is a simple to use web-enabled pre-sales solution that allows you to quickly and easily access pre-sales information and tools in a single portal. MORE INFORMATION
Certify and reap the rewards
IBM have released an incentive program to drive an increase in IBM's System and Technology Group certifications amongst the sellers and technical business partner channel community from April, May, June and July 2010. This promotion is open to both sales and technical Business Partner representatives. You must either be a member of KYI or join KYI to participate in this incentive.
Sales representatives who successfully pass a Sales Certified Specialist certification for System x, Storage and Power are eligible to receive 120 KYI points. Offer is limited to the first 100 people.
Technical engineers who successfully pass a Technical Certified Specialist certification are eligible to receive $200 in Red Balloon vouchers. Offer is limited to the first 80 people.
Technical engineers who successfully pass a Systems Expert Certification are eligible to receive $300 in Red Balloon vouchers. Offer is limited to the first 20 people.
Please see PDF for TERMS AND CONDITIONS and eligible certification numbers and information on how to register your certificaitons and claim your prize. The Promotion Period is from April 21, 2010 until midnight (AEST) July 31, 2010 or until the above stated number limits are reached.
KYI rewards – what can you earn? The following files show you what you can earn on KYI during Q210. If you are selling IBM System x, System p or System storage and don’t have a KYI account, you are losing money! Remember to register with KYI and start claiming points. Avnet can even claim points on your behalf into an account of your choosing, for more information contact our team *NOTE one account per reseller. Certain conditions apply.
N-Series Rebate Offer - When you purchase IBM System Storage N-Series from Avnet, you may qualify for a rebate from NetApp. *Subject to terms and conditions, details are as follows:
DEALS (please refer to deal number on registration form)
Sell N series Storage into existing System x and VMware environments and get a 2% Rebate on N series deals over 50k.
Sell N series Gateway to displace HP/EMC/Dell/Sun in a competitive opportunity and get 3% rebate on deals over 100k that include at least two N series advanced Software licences.
Sell an Enterprise Application Solution consisting of System P, N series Storage and Enterprise Application Software (SAP, Oracle, Exchange, SQL or other), get either a 3% rebate toward a purchase of ANY N series Software Licence on deals over 100k, or Get an additional 5% rebate toward a purchase of ANY N series Software License on deals over 150k.
Sell a Virtualization Solution that includes IBM N series and System x to receive either a 2% rebate on deals over 75k or a 3% rebate on deals over 125k.
If you think you have purchased N-series equipment that may qualify, please REGISTER HERE
*Terms and conditions: Only the IBM portion of the deal need be purchased through Avnet. If other branded software or hardware is purchased from other distributors, you may still register the IBM portion of the deal using this page. Avnet will only send the information that you provide in this form to NetApp. You may need to substantiate your claim by supplying invoices, purchase orders and other documents directly to NetApp. Avnet make no representation on NetApp’s behalf for the purpose of claiming, evaluating and provisioning any payments. Avnet accept no liability whatsoever for any of the claims you make, or the information we pass on, to NetApp. By completing this form and submitting the information to Avnet, you giving express permission to Avnet to send this on to NetApp on your behalf. You are bound by certain terms and conditions with NetApp, including but not limited to the following:
Rebates are given to IBM Business Partner as evidenced by a BP invoice.
This offer is combinable with other IBM and IBM N series promotional offerings, including: Virtualization Rebate, N series Box Bonus and Gateway Kicker incentives.
Eligible claims must be filed within 30 days of ship date to qualify for this offer.
Limited quantity available for the lifetime of this program. Promotional unit limit and program extension upon review.
These incentives are being offered and administered solely by NetApp. IBM is not responsible for the actions of NetApp, and or any obligations made by NetApp.
Program is valid between March 1 2010 and June 31 2010. N series sales invoices must have a date on or after March 1 and ends 31 June 2010 to qualify.
Please contact Karthik Laxman (Karthik.laxman@netapp.com) for more information or if you have any questions.
Destination x 2010 has launched
It is the stuff dreams are made of, AU$10,000 going to the top sales person in Australia and the top sales person in NZ quarterly. Up to AU$5,000 on white to blue competitive registered sales wins. BONUS AU$50 in KYI points for every Express System x Sale. It’s out of this world. Each time a sales person registers cumulative sales of AU$100,000 they will qualify for one ticket in the draw for the final Destination X prize: a seat reserved in their name on a future “Sub-Orbital Flight” with Virgin Galactic, including return flights to New Mexico and accommodation at Space Port America. MORE ON DESTINATION X FULL PROMO DETAILS
IBM Blue Thunder Margin Enhancement
IBM is pleased to announce exciting new enhancements to its Blue Thunder Program. Blue Thunder now provides a fantastic opportunity for IBM Business Partners to earn up to 20% additional total channel margin for Power products by winning Whitespace Accounts and Competitive Workloads in existing IBM accounts for Power as well as rebates for turning these wins into IBM client references. MORE ON BLUE THUNDER
IBM Know Your IBM Reward Program
Know Your IBM (KYI) is a program offered to IBM resellers and offers rewards for completing online easy-recall, entry-level modules.? You can earn points for completing these modules or registering your sales which can then be used to buy a variety of products and services from merchants worldwide. MORE INFO ON KYI [SWF] REGISTER FOR IBM PARTNERWORLD - ALREADY REGISTERED, LOGIN NOW
Brocade Reward System
Did you know that by selling IBM rebranded Brocade products, you may qualify for a cash bonus? Brocade manufacture IBM SAN, FCoE, HBA and switches. Once you register, you have 60 days from invoice to register the claim. CLICK HERE for details. DOWNLOAD REWARD INFORMATION [PDF]
Reseller Marketing Template
At Avnet we understand that marketing is expensive. Creative design costs often exceed the costs of printing or transmitting advertising to your clients. For that reason, we have designed some generic templates that you can insert desired information on along with your corporate profile and logo. Simply send choose a template, clearly indicate what information you want inserted and where, and send this along with your company logo to ibmteam-aus@avnet.com We will remove all mention of Avnet so the publication is branded to your organization and produce a hi res, professional PDF for you to distribute to your resellers and host on your website. This service is provided free of charge, and is limited to 1 advertisement per reseller per quarter. Please allow up to 30 days for delivery. Download generic advertising templates [PDF] STORAGE DISK STORAGE TAPE SYSTEM x MICROSOFT BLADECENTRE SYSTEM x TOWERS SYSTEM x RACKS
QUOTES AND SPECIAL PRICING
REQUEST AN IBM QUOTE
Avnet’s team of IBM certified configuration specialists are available to give you quotations and advice on the best solution for your end user. Note you will need an account with Avnet to use this service. APPLY FOR AN ACCOUNT WITH AVNET SEND QUOTE NOW
REQUEST IBM SPECIAL BID PRICING
IBM give resellers the opportunity to apply for special pricing. This is designed to help you win the opportunity when quoting in competitive and or whitespace situations and is known as a Special Bid Application. Typically Special Bids are for opportunities AUD$30,000 RRP or more and are available to IBM Business Partners.
Avnet can simplify this process by applying for special bid pricing on your behalf. All information you provide is strictly confidential and will only be used to meet IBM special bid price application criteria. If you would like to have Avnet submit a request, all you need to do is follow the link below. APPLY TO BECOME AN IBM BUSINESS PARTNER APPLY FOR SPECIAL BID PRICING
