What do Elizabeth Bell, Anna Clayton, Dillon Harguess and Scott Wetter have in common? Through their participation as university students in the IBM Master the Mainframe Contest, they successfully landed enterprise computing jobs after graduation. Adoption of mainframe education at … [Read more...]
Business Market Plays Cloud Computing Catch-Up
April 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Steve Lohr, The New York Times, April 14, 2011The big spenders on technology are businesses and government agencies. They buy about 75 percent of the computing goods and services sold worldwide. Yet it is increasingly evident they are not driving the new ideas, excitement and powerhouse … [Read more...]
IBM Centennial Spotlight Issue from The Greater IBM Connection
April 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Centennial Activities Around the WorldLearn about the various Centennial activities planned around the world in this 14-minute Web Lecture titled IBM's Centennial. Note: A one-time registration is required to access the Web Lecture Library.Just added! An IBM Centennial Group has just been … [Read more...]
IBM Centennial Event DFW May 6, 2011
April 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
YOU ARE INVITED! As someone who's been part of IBM's truly extraordinary journey, you are invited to help us commemorate IBM's 100th year.IBM Coppell 1177 S. Beltline Rd, Coppell TX 75019 Friday, May, 6, 2011 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMJoin us for a remarkable look back at 100 years of … [Read more...]
The Greater IBM Connection Update: Serving Your Community Plus (3/31/11)
March 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
LinkedIn GroupsGroup: The Greater IBM Connection: IBM's alumni program for past and present IBM employees Subject: Serving Your Community and Vice VersaIn this issue:• How do you serve your community? • "Get Social" Roadshows • Attention Alumni – looking for a new … [Read more...]
Smarter Commerce is Here – Read (and Watch) All About It
March 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
IBM this week made announced new software and the creation of a new consulting practice dedicated to the emerging category of "Smarter Commerce," focused on helping companies swiftly adapt to rising customer demands in the digitally transformed marketplace.The company is taking a leadership role … [Read more...]
Tom Trotter Recognized During IBM Centennial Celebrations
March 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In the past five years, IBM Retiree Tom Trotter has volunteered over 5000 hours at 12 not-for-profit organizations. “Tom Trotter = Volunteer Extraordinaire!” explained Chris E. Wallace, President/CEO of the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce which awarded Trotter the Jennings Smith … [Read more...]
On Demand Web Lectures from The Greater IBM Connection
March 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
NEW! On Demand Web Lectures from The Greater IBM ConnectionYou asked for it, and we delivered. We know you're busy and can't always be available to attend a scheduled online Webinar, so now you can enjoy new Greater IBM presentations on demand. In other words, you can now access these offerings … [Read more...]
Sam Palmisano Speaks at Opening of CeBIT 2011 in Germany
March 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The 25th annual CeBIT trade fair opened its doors to visitors on February 28, 2011, featuring over 4,000 exhibitors from more than 60 countries. CeBIT, the world’s largest IT event, is held in Hannover, Germany, and is a barometer for innovation in information technology. With an exhibition area … [Read more...]
TalentVine-New Job Search and Referral Tool for IBM Alumni
February 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We're excited to introduce TalentVine, a new job search and referral tool for IBM alumni, now available at The Greater IBM Connection. This easy-to-use application enables you to search jobs and refer others in your networks for career opportunities at IBM.Learn moreSee it here!Whatever … [Read more...]
