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IBM Updates

• IBM Software Quoting Live Demo and Q&A Session
 

Data/AI

• Auto Deal Share is how we connect high-quality IBM-sourced client opportunities with the right business partners.
 

Power

• 2026 TD SYNNEX IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Webinar Series
• IBM Bob-A-THON Event Clearwater, FL July 15th
• From Launch to Pipeline: IBM Power S1112 Clearwater Event July 16th
 

Services

• 2026 TD SYNNEX IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Webinar Series
• AI Recommended Pricing
• Expert Care Renewal Prices
• Quote Validity and Late Renewal Price Uplift
• Last Price Paid for Renewals
 

Software

• TD SYNNEX 2026 Quarterly Software Webinar Series
 

Storage

• IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Partner Calls
• IBM Storage Strategy Event Austin 9/15-9/16
• IBM FlashSystems supply update transition to new models
• Welcome to Fusion Frenzy
• IBM + Cisco Storage Executive Briefing - August 18-20 IBM Tucson Campus
• IBM Price Increase Effective July 1, 2026

 

IBM Software Quoting Live Demo and Q&A Session

Ready to make the move to IBM Software Quoting? With Partner Guided Selling (PGS) scheduled to sunset on July 1, 2026, now is the time to begin transitioning your quoting activity to the new IBM Software Quoting platform.

Join us for a live demo and interactive discussion to see the tool in action, explore the enhanced user experience, and learn how the new capabilities can streamline your quoting process. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions, share feedback, and get guidance on preparing for the transition.

This session is part of a monthly series leading up to the PGS sunset in July


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Data/AI

Auto Deal Share is how we connect high-quality IBM-sourced client opportunities with the right business partners.

Partners who want to participate in ADS Select T must:
▪ Opt in on the Partner Portal; available to an Administrator or Primary Relationship Contact (PRC)
▪ Silver Tier and above
▪ Respond within 24 hours
▪ Attend 100% of warm transfer meetings
▪ Submit weekly Chatter updates
▪ Partners must OPT-IN on the Partner Portal Home page or in Company Management: Contracts.
▪ Partners may accept or decline opportunities without impacting scoring.
▪ Only partner performance influences future recommendations.

Sign up for the Auto Deal Share here (url)


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Power

2026 TD SYNNEX IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Webinar Series

We have launched the schedule for the Quarterly Systems Webinar Series for 2026. This call will review IBM results for Power, Storage and Services. We will review important updates for the quarter: Products, Promotions, Events etc.

Please register for this series with the link to get these on your calendar for the full year.


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IBM Bob-A-THON Event Clearwater, FL July 15th

Date: 7/15
Location: 16202 Bay Vista Dr, Clearwater, FL 33760
Time: 9AM - 4 PM
Target Audience: Mix between Sales & Technical Sales audiences, ideally pre-sales for Data/AI , Power I and z.

Bonus: Attend the Power 11 S1112 Event on 7/16
Join us for Dinner on 7/15

Event Overview: 
The IBM Bob-a-thon is a hands-on, fast-paced hackathon designed to help teams experience
the power of IBM Bob, IBM’s AI code assistant. Participants will explore Bob’s capabilities through guided
labs and real-world experimentation, identifying high-value use cases that can meaningfully improve
development speed, quality, and productivity.
By the end of the session, attendees will have a solid understanding of Bob’s differentiators, firsthand experience applying Bob to real scenarios,
and a clear path for implementing IBM Bob solutions within their organization
Please reach out to your TD SYNNEX Sales Rep for additional information


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From Launch to Pipeline: IBM Power S1112 Clearwater Event July 16th

Date: 7/16
Location: 16202 Bay Vista Dr, Clearwater, FL 33760
Time: 9AM - 5 PM
Target Audience: Sales & Technical Sales audiences
Join us for Dinner the evening of 7/15

Bonus: Attend the Bobathon event on 7/15

Event Overview: 
The IBM Power S1112 launch unlocks new opportunities for partners to drive refresh, x86 displacement, edge, AI, and hybrid cloud growth.
This enablement event delivers focused insight on selling Power S1112, IBM i workloads, IBM AI solutions, Power Virtual Server, and ISV innovations—including modernization guidance with IBM Project Bob. Gain clear positioning, competitive differentiation,
and the messaging, talking points, and sales plays needed create interest and opportunities into real opportunities.


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Services

2026 TD SYNNEX IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Webinar Series

We have launched the schedule for the Quarterly Systems Webinar Series for 2026. This call will review IBM results for Power, Storage and Services. We will review important updates for the quarter: Products, Promotions, Events etc.

Please register for this series with the link to get these on your calendar for the full year.


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AI Recommended Pricing

AI Recommended Price is a pricing model applicable for IBM ISS (Logo) TLS offering
component line items which are newly added to a customer Agreement.
The AI Recommended Price model is designed to calculate market competitive net prices for New & Upsell TLS component line items on Conga quotes, thereby reducing workload for sellers, reducing the need for special bid requests, and speeding up bid cycle time.


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Expert Care Renewal Prices

The Expert Care price for a renewal in Conga is based on three factors: the associated current hardware list price; an Expert Care renewal percentage of hardware; and the price discount the client received for the purchase of the hardware at the point of sale.
The Expert Care renewal percentage of hardware may be different by Expert Care offering and Country based on product specific factors which may be updated periodically. Please see attached FAQ for further information.


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Quote Validity and Late Renewal Price Uplift

IBM has implemented a 3% renewal price uplift for any late renewal opportunities. Time is of the essence to get renewals in before the expiration date to avoid this uplift and capitalize on the on-time renewal rebate. Please contact Kimberly Guerrero at kimberly.guerrero@tdsynnex.com to discuss rebate structure.

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Last Price Paid for Renewals

Last Price Paid (LPP) is a pricing model applicable for IBM ISS (Logo) TLS offering component line items which are up for renewal on an existing customer Agreement.
The LPP model is designed specifically for customer renewals which often contain a mix of customer support offerings from IBM’s broad portfolio. By standardizing annual renewal price increases, IBM intends renewal prices will be more predictable and explainable, resulting in faster renewal cycle times; fewer special bid requests; and a simplified bid approval process.


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Software

TD SYNNEX 2026 Quarterly Software Webinar Series

Why attend:
Join TD SYNNEX Brand Executives on the latest updates to IBM Software
Understand the latest updates on Announcements
Gain Insights to Promotions and Programs

Register once for the recurring series


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Storage

IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Partner Calls

Join us for the 2026 IBM Infrastructure Quarterly Partner Calls where we review the latest IBM Systems news, announcements, incentives and events.
Register for all dates at once! All webinars begin at 2pm EST / 1pm CST.

January 27, 2026
April 28, 2026
July 28, 2026
October 27, 2026

Speakers:
IBM Infrastructure - Manager, Vendor Solutions
Power Systems - Joe Nadeau, IBM Server Brand Manager
Storage Systems - Jim Oller, IBM Storage Brand Manager
Services Systems - Kimberly Guerrero, IBM TLS Brand Manager


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IBM Storage Strategy Event Austin 9/15-9/16

This event is designed so that attendees can Learn, Meet and Share with IBM subject matter experts, IBM development architects, IBM Product Managers and network with peers across this two-day event.
This is an opportunity for Clients and Business Partners seeking a deeper understanding of the IBM Storage portfolio of products to hear from IBM experts who will present their views on strategic directions and best practices and provide feedback on IBM FlashSystem and SVC, IBM Storage Defender, IBM Storage Insights, IBM DS8000 and TS7700, IBM Ceph, IBM Fusion and IBM Power.
This is a Business Partner and an end-user event. Here from Product Management on Roadmaps, industry trends and updates.
Date: September 15-16th in IBM Austin, TX
Registration Closes September 4th.


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IBM FlashSystems supply update transition to new models

BM FlashSystem supply update: transition to new generation models

Shipments for IBM FlashSystem 5600, 7600, and 9600 are ramping up, with strong supply and lead times as low as 40 days, enabling faster deployments and improved deal velocity. These systems deliver enhanced features and greater value, making them the preferred choice for new opportunities.

At the same time, due to ongoing market constraints, the previous 5300, 7300, and 9500 models are being withdrawn.

Guidance for 2Q and future opportunities involving older models:

1. New quotes for IBM FlashSystem 5300 / 7300 / 9500
New quotes should only be requested for existing opportunities requiring reconfiguration.
Pricing systems will reject new quote requests unless accompanied by an approved exception.

2. Existing firm order backlog
IBM continues to fulfill the existing backlog.
Some orders have already shipped, with others scheduled for May and June, and remaining shipments expected during 3Q.
Shipment dates will be updated as additional supply becomes available.

3. Quoted but non-firm orders
Non-firm orders are expected to ship no earlier than 4Q.
Where timelines are critical, partners should actively transition these opportunities to IBM FlashSystem 5600 / 7600 / 9600.

For questions please contact your TD SYNNEX Sales Rep.

 

Welcome to Fusion Frenzy

Four days built to help you sell IBM Fusion, and it looks nothing like the usual IBM event.

Fully virtual. July 13 to 16, 2026, live each day from 9 AM to 12 PM ET (3 PM to 6 PM CET).
Run by real people. Sellers, partners and customers lead every session, live and unscripted. No slides read at you.
Gamified and competitive. Markets go head to head on a live leaderboard, with daily challenges and points up for grabs.
Cool prizes for partners and blue points for IBMers.
Watch what matters. Join live or catch any session on demand the same day. Show up for what moves your deals, skip the rest.
Open to everyone. Sellers and partners from every market are welcome.

Agenda link: https://ibm.onemob.com/p/t39uefiag6o2r8z4ny71lqpsj


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IBM + Cisco Storage Executive Briefing - August 18-20 IBM Tucson Campus

Join this high-impact, client-centric experience for senior leaders, and IBM and Cisco would really like for the Business Partner customers to be represented. Prioritize the invite to your clients based on the level of interest, strategic positioning, and overall competitiveness relative to their IBM account. This is a great opportunity to engage them on:

• IBM’s latest storage innovations (FlashSystem, DS8000, Diamondback, etc.)
• Cisco SAN differentiation around resiliency, observability, and AI-ready infrastructure
• Peer, IBM, and Cisco executive-level discussions

Given the limited capacity, we need to move quickly on securing attendees.

Therefore, please ask them to reach out to their customers this week and encourage them to register for this exclusive IBM Storage Briefing sponsored by Cisco. Additionally, Cisco Account Managers will join us in with extending an invitation to their clients. See the attached PDF for additional information.


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IBM Price Increase Effective July 1, 2026

IBM announces changes in list prices worldwide on select products. The new prices are effective Jul 1, 2026. Terms and conditions of existing contracts will determine the applicability and specific effects of the price change.

These increases are across the Power and Storage products. Please see the attached file for details on the increases.

Please contact your TD SYNNEX Rep for any questions.


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