Enterprise Technology Research Guides
Research guides for enterprise technology decisions that support buyer education and reseller discovery. Topics include IBM partner selection, VAR evaluation, AS400 support, and technology procurement context.
How to Choose an IBM Reseller
Choosing the right IBM reseller affects pricing, support quality, and long-term infrastructure strategy. This guide explains what to look for.
What Is a Technology VAR?
A value-added reseller (VAR) does more than sell technology. They design solutions, implement systems, and provide ongoing support. Here is what you need to know.
IBM Power Pricing Guide for Enterprise Buyers
IBM Power server pricing varies significantly by model, configuration, and reseller relationship. This guide explains what drives IBM Power costs and how to budget effectively.
IBM Power Systems vs. Dell PowerEdge: Which Enterprise Server Platform Fits Your Business
IBM Power and Dell PowerEdge solve different problems. This comparison breaks down architecture, licensing, and buyer fit so you know which reseller conversation to start first.
IBM vs. HPE: Comparing Enterprise Infrastructure Partners
IBM Power and HPE both sell into the enterprise infrastructure category, but their pricing models, consumption options, and ideal buyers differ. Here is how to tell them apart.
Dell vs. HPE: Choosing the Right Enterprise Server and Storage Partner
Dell and HPE compete head to head on x86 servers and enterprise storage. This guide breaks down where each platform wins so you can shortlist the right reseller faster.
Oracle vs. SAP: Comparing ERP Platforms and Reseller Support
Oracle and SAP dominate enterprise ERP, but they are implemented and supported very differently. This guide compares both platforms and the reseller relationships that come with them.
IBM vs. Lenovo: Enterprise Hardware Partner Comparison
IBM and Lenovo share history but sell into different needs today. This guide compares IBM Power against Lenovo ThinkSystem so you can match the platform to the workload.
IBM FlashSystem vs. Dell and HPE Enterprise Storage: Choosing a Reseller
IBM FlashSystem, Dell EMC storage, and HPE storage all compete for the same enterprise flash refresh budget. Here is how to shortlist resellers and ask the right questions before you get quotes.