IBM, International Business Machines

Corporate

International Business Machines better known as IBM was incorporated June, 1911 and has grown to one of the top global IT companies today. The company is also known as a pioneer in growth and development of computer and information technology. IBM manufactures computer hardware and software, and provides a wide range of computer related and IT services.

Activities

IBM's growth has been parallel to computers and IT, and is generally regarded as a pioneer of the industry. Today, IBM's main lines of business are:

Manufacture and marketing of computer hardware and software.
Consulting Services
IT Services

Performance

In 2006, IBM's turnover was $91.40 billion with profits of $9.40 billion. IBM's total assets were worth $103.20 billion.

Research & Development

IBM has a tremendous track record in research:

As many as five employees of IBM have won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Eight research laboratories across the world
The most technology patents

IBM's engineers in 170 countries throughout the world give it a tremendous lead in research and development.

Assets and Infrastructure

IBM has a widespread global presence with sophisticated research and development centers in:

New York, Massachusetts, San Jose and Austin in the USA.
Beijing, China
Haifa, Israel
Tokyo, Japan
Zurich, Switzerland
Delhi, India

Organization

IBM Corporation is headed by Mr. S. J. Palmisano, the Chairman and CEO of the company. IBM employs approximarely 350,000 throughout the world.

IBM Corporate Headquarters:

New Orchard Road
Armonk, New York 10504
Tel: 914-499-1900
Website URL: www.ibm.com