Report 30 Jul 2025

IBM - Vendor Profile - Germany

IBM is a leading IT provider in Germany, offering a broad range of consulting, software, and infrastructure solutions tailored to complex enterprise environments. After spinning off Kyndryl, IBM has sharpened its strategic focus on hybrid cloud, AI (through watsonx), and cybersecurity while leveraging its Red Hat portfolio and extensive consulting capabilities.

Key highlights:

  • Strategic realignment focuses on four core business units: Software, Consulting, Infrastructure, and Financing.
  • Strong growth potential in Germany driven by data sovereignty, regulatory compliance, and multi-cloud integration.
  • IBM’s watsonx platform and OpenShift are well-positioned to benefit from rising AI adoption and customer frustration with VMware.
  • An active M&A strategy to improve IBM’s services in cloud optimization, AI, and energy analytics.

Outlook:

With revenues of EUR 2.65 billion and about 6,400 employees in Germany, IBM is positioned well for growth driven by innovation, especially in manufacturing, banking, insurance, and the public sector.