IBM

IBM (International Business Machines) is a global technology and consulting company with a long history of innovation in enterprise computing, AI, and cloud infrastructure. Headquartered in New York, IBM operates in more than 170 countries and provides solutions across hybrid cloud, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, mainframes, and IT consulting. Historically a hardware leader, IBM has repositioned itself as a software and services company, driven by its acquisition of Red Hat and the launch of its hybrid cloud platform. Its Watson AI services, consulting arm, and mainframe technologies are used by major corporations, governments, and financial institutions globally. IBM also runs one of the world’s leading quantum computing research programs and remains deeply engaged in enterprise security, data governance, and digital transformation initiatives. The company continues to evolve through divestitures and strategic shifts, maintaining a focus on long-term research and enterprise-scale problem-solving.