“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…”