IBM Virtual Innovation Center
(content below is from the IBM PartnerWorld site located at http://www.ibm.com/partnerworld/vic)
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
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SaaS, is a software distribution model in which applications are hosted by a vendor or service provider and made available to customers over a network, typically the Internet.
IBM Software as Services provides clients access to business functionality remotely as a service. As organizations seek new and less costly methods to acquire and pay for business applications, Business Partners are increasingly being asked to deliver their software on demand with usage-based pricing.
To assist businesses and IVSs transitioning to SaaS, IBM has created the Virtual Innovation Center which provides technical and sales resources on IBM products and services. Below are just a few of the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) related courses available from the IBM Virtual Innovation Center. Get personalized access to product support and education to help build your skills:
- 24/7 access to the IBM technical enablement portfolio
- One-on-one guidance for development projects
- Interactive, online courses through virtual and classroom-based workshops offered by the worldwide IBM Innovation Centers
- Architect consultations in over eight languages
- Live technical support and virtual mentoring through online chat and e-mail
- Online porting and migration services
- Access to face-to-face or remote architecture, implementation, porting and testing services through the IBM Innovation Centers
- Assistance with technical engagements at any development stage
Available SAAS Courseware
IBM / Sphera SaaS Courseware:
Additional IBM SaaS Courseware: