Dubai, UAE — October 27, 2014 — Building on its worldwide technical services and training expertise, Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM) announced it began its delivery of authorized IBM Systems and Software training in the Middle East effective 15 October 2014. Training delivery is already available in Africa. As an authorized IBM Global Training Provider (GTP), Ingram Micro is one of five companies authorized to provide a broad selection of systems and software courses from IBM Training.
“Training and certification of our channel partners is a cornerstone of Ingram Micro’s value-added services. Our commitment and growth in training centers and resources has enabled us to accelerate our roll-out of IBM Training as an IBM authorized GTP in Africa, while preparing for our imminent roll-out of IBM training in the U.A.E., Saudi Arabia and rest of the Gulf region,” said Ali Baghdadi, President, Technology Solutions, Middle East, Turkey and Africa region. “We are pleased to expand on our long-standing relationship with IBM and play an integral role in the delivery of IBM Training. Together, we will help our worldwide channel partners to serve better and earn better by advancing their skills and differentiating their value and expertise.”
Ingram Micro Training and IBM Training will work closely to enhance the distributor’s value proposition and provide a superior training experience globally. A complete listing of the IBM Systems and Software courses now available from Ingram Micro Training can be found online at www.ingrammicro.com/training . Ingram Micro Training is a one-stop shop for the skills development needs of IT professionals worldwide and a strategic partner to technology vendors.
About Ingram Micro Inc.
Ingram Micro helps businesses Realize the Promise of TechnologyTM. It delivers a full spectrum of global technology and supply chain services to businesses around the world. Deep expertise in technology solutions, mobility, cloud, and supply chain solutions enables its business partners to operate efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve. Unrivaled agility, deep market insights and the trust and dependability that come from decades of proven relationships, set Ingram Micro apart and ahead. Discover how Ingram Micro can help you Realize the Promise of TechnologyTM. More at www.ingrammicro.com