IBM sweeps top ranks in all AMS categories

CEBU, Philippines - International Data Corporation (IDC), an Information Technology (IT) analyst, has ranked IBM as number one in Application Management Services in market share, in a survey conducted recently.

Latest IDC report entitled “Worldwide and U.S. Application Management Services 2010 Vendor Shares: IDC’s Top 10 Vendors,” the survey firm revealed that IBM swept the three Application Management Services (AMS) categories, ranking number one in the Worldwide Discrete, number one is U.S. Discrete, and also number one in Worldwide Consolidated (Discreet + Bundled).

The report further stated that IBM leads in both Worldwide and U.S. discrete market share, with double-digit year-over-year growth in both categories.

According to the report, IBM continued to hold a significant lead in Consolidated AMS revenue, offering market-leading integrated or discrete service options to help clients address efficiency, cost, and portfolio modernization options.

“Our ability to create business outcomes via our application maintenance and support capabilities stems from deep investments in optimization tools and methods— Smarter Application Delivery and Maintenance — delivered through a globally integrated capability model," said Dod Peralta, Director for Philippine Global Delivery Center, IBM Global Business Services.

Peralta said IBM’s strategic intent is about solving business challenges while simplifying the full life cycle of applications requirements for its clients. (FREEMAN)