Introduction
We are thrilled to announce that Cloud Pak for AIOps is now available in the AWS Catalog, providing an exciting new way for our clients to acquire this powerful solution. With this integration, sellers can offer Cloud Pak for AIOps directly through AWS, streamlining the procurement process and leveraging pre-allocated funds. These catalog entries will enable US Federal clients to take advantage of CP4AIOPs with their IT spending budgets on AWS, currently estimated to be $14B per year.
New Purchase Path: AWS Catalog
1. AWS Commercial Catalog Entry:
- Cloud Pak for AIOps is available through the AWS Commercial Catalog for non-federal clients.
- Sellers can guide customers to explore CP4AIOps and seamlessly purchase it using their existing AWS accounts.
2. AWS GovCloud Catalog Entry:
- Federal clients can take advantage of the AWS GovCloud Catalog entry.
- This ensures government regulations compliance while benefiting from CP4AIOps' advanced capabilities.
Benefits for Sellers and Clients
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Simplified Procurement:
- There is no need for separate negotiations or contracts; clients can directly procure CP4AIOps through AWS.
- Sellers can focus on value-added services rather than administrative overhead.
- Sellers are compensated in the same way as on-premise sales.
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Efficient Use of Pre-Allocated Funds:
- Clients can allocate their AWS funds toward CP4AIOps licenses and take advantage of volume discounts.
- Sellers can emphasize this cost-effective approach to potential buyers.
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Two things IBM Sellers should know:
- Co-sell with AWS anywhere with all products - AWS Seller is compensated.
- IBM sellers are compensated the same for the marketplace as non-marketplace deals.
Conclusion
IBM Cloud Pak for AIOps is now within reach for federal and non-federal clients through the AWS Catalog. Sellers get ready to showcase this game-changing solution, and clients, explore the new purchase path today!
For more information, visit the AWS Catalog entry for IBM Cloud Pak for AIOps. (For Commercial Customers)
https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-76hbdfotvuxwo
For GovCloud Federal Customers:
https://aws.amazon.com/mp/gov-store/?aws-marketplace-cards.sort-by=item.additionalFields.sortOrder&aws-marketplace-cards.sort-order=asc&awsf.aws-marketplace-gov-store-use-cases=*all&aws-marketplace-cards.q=ibm&aws-marketplace-cards.q_operator=AND
