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Enterprise Technology Glossary
Definitions for enterprise technology terms, reseller certifications, IBM product names, and channel partner terminology.
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IBM Business Partner
An IBM-authorized reseller, distributor, or services provider who has passed IBM's certification and authorization requirements to sell IBM products.
Also: IBM Partner, IBM Reseller, IBM Authorized Reseller
IBM i
The operating system for IBM Power Systems, formerly known as OS/400 and i5/OS. IBM i runs business applications written for AS400 and successor platforms.
Also: IBM i, OS/400, i5/OS, AS400 OS
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MSP (Managed Service Provider)
A company that remotely manages a customer's IT infrastructure and end-user systems under a subscription or retainer model.
Also: Managed Service Provider, Managed IT Provider
MSSP (Managed Security Service Provider)
A managed service provider specializing in security operations, threat monitoring, incident response, and compliance management.
Also: Managed Security Provider, Security MSP