Globally Integrated Capabilities provides businesses with the best skills from around the world at the right time and cost through its network of Centers of Competence. It has been designed to deliver high value solutions in today's rapidly changing global environment characterized by new technologies and economic realities. IBM, with its 100 years of experience in 170 countries, is well-positioned as a partner through its unmatched integration of hardware, software, research, and high-value services.

1. Globally Integrated Capabilities – Differentiating messages New globalization = innovation, skills, speed & capacity A smarter planet, new economic reality and technology advances are changing business and society Globally Integrated Capabilities has been intentionally engineered to deliver high value in a rapidly changing world Capabilities without borders Distinct integration provides best skills, at right time, at right cost Centers of Competence are the connective tissue inside the global network for advanced business solutions IBM is the right partner 100 years; 170 countries Unmatched integration of hardware, software, research and high-value services