Meet Chris Smith as he explains who are the new UK IBM Eco-system partner Baby Blue.

"Hello LinkedIn, Chris Smith here from Baby Blue! Since we launched a few weeks ago, I thought it’d be helpful to share more about what Baby Blue offers and how we support the IBM ecosystem.

So, what is Baby Blue? We’re an IBM ecosystem business. To us, that means we work with anyone using IBM Power Systems to drive business outcomes. This could be end-users running critical applications, service providers delivering cloud or DR services, or even those upgrading these systems for their clients. Essentially, if you’re leveraging IBM Power Systems, we’re here to support you.

How do we do it? We offer a range of services including consultancy, referrals, recruitment, and maintenance. Let me break each of these down:

Consultancy – We bring years of experience with IBM Power Systems, from third-party maintenance (TPM) to managed services, and we use this expertise to guide both end-users and service providers. Whether it’s roadmap planning or outcome-focused strategies for your platform, we’re here to help you optimize results.

Recruitment – Finding the right talent is key, and we assist both end-users and service providers in sourcing skilled professionals to meet their goals. From technical specialists to operational staff, project managers to sales teams, we connect you with the people you need to drive business growth.

Referrals – Part of our consultancy includes connecting customers to the right service providers. We match businesses with partners who can deliver specific outcomes on their IBM platforms.

Maintenance – Many IBM Power System users face challenges accessing microcode, firmware, and software updates. We help you regain access to these, ensuring your systems stay compliant and secure, especially regarding any potential security risks.

If any of these services interest you or if you'd like to be a referral partner, please reach out! We’d love to explore how we can support you. And if you’ve made it this far, don’t forget to share, like, and follow our LinkedIn page, Baby Blue, for updates.

Thank you!"