"IBM plans to launch an initiative that centers on a Linux-based platform and a Web-based marketplace tailored for small and medium-sized businesses.
"Set for later this year, the rollout will provide users with a range of products and services from independent software vendors. It will also allow them to tap into IBM's computing horsepower.
"Code-named 'Blue Business Platform,' the offering consists of a catalog, of sorts, that will allow users to view IBM's ever-growing partner ecosystem in one locale..."
