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IBM populates its security framework

Published by: Ovum Plc

Published: Apr. 30, 2009 - 12 Pages


Table of Contents


Executive summary
In a nutshell
Key messages
IBM has arrived as a security vendor
IBM is well placed to deliver security
Professional services figure prominently on its stall
‘Policies’ across products need more commonality
Is IBM a security provider?
IBM’s grand vision
IBM’s security credentials
IBM has to build its security profile
Large vendors can address enterprise management concerns
IBM’s security pedigree
Security resources
IBM’s security business
Acquisitions
ISS
Consul Risk Management
Watchfire
Encentuate
Security management
IBM’s strategy
Delivering security: from consultancy to appliances
The IBM Security Framework
Role of global services
Virtualisation
Managed services
Virtual appliances
Developing secure applications
Cloud services
Initiatives
Interoperability
Embedded security
Trusted Identity
Virtual desktop
SWOT analysis
Strengths
Trusted brand
Investment potential
Financial status and standing
Breadth of security infrastructure
Multi-supplier and multi-partner
Weaknesses
Multi-supplier and multi-partner
Lack of security recognition
Over-dependence on consulting
Opportunities
Convergence with systems management
Convergence with physical security
CEO-level concerns
Trusted identity starts with government-issued credentials
Security budgets are growing relative to overall IT spending
Wider IBM integration
Threats
Perception that IBM is for big businesses only
Cost
Failure to live up to integration expectations

Abstract

IBM is developing its security products and services under the banner "securing the smarter planet". It has a long history of providing services in this sector, and its emergence as a security vendor became apparent after its acquisition of ISS in 2006.

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