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IBM (NYSE: IBM) is a multinational information technology company. It manufactures and sells computer hardware and software products. It also offers a range of solutions such as cloud cost management, business automation, data management, data warehouse, and more. It serves industries such as automotive, insurance, retail, and more. The company was founded in 1911 and is based in Armonk, New York.
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Sep 13, 2023
| Industry Size, Growth, Trends and Forecast News Provided By Share This Article Smart Space Market surge in initiatives of smart cities in developing countries such as India and China, boosts the growth of the market for smart space in this region. PORTLAND, PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2023/ EINPresswire.com / -- According to the report, the global Smart Space industry generated $30.5 billion in 2020, and is anticipated to generate $107.4 billion by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of 13.4% from 2021 to 2030. The promotion of advanced technologies such as IoT and AI, the increase in environmental concerns, and an increase in the number of new projects drive the growth of the worldwide intelligent space market. Yet, the market growth is hindered by high initial capital expenditures and an increase in privacy concerns regarding information manipulation. On the other hand, the rise in smart city initiatives and the emergence of 5G technology offer new opportunities in the upcoming years. Request Sample Report at: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/request-sample/5402 Based on end users, the commercial segment accounted for the largest share in 2020, contributing to more than three-fifths of the global smart space market , and is projected to maintain its lead position during the forecast period. Moreover, the same segment is expected to portray the largest CAGR of 12.0% from 2021 to 2030. This is because smart space platforms are helping the commercial sector automate its business and operations. For instance, smart spaces in hospitals, hotels, and malls sense people on the premises and store their movements, which helps in contextualizing and adapting to users' needs. By type, the smart indoor spaces segment was the main driver of growth in the smart space market in 2020, and is expected to continue to lead in the coming years. The trend towards making homes, buildings, and other indoor spaces smart is the main reason for the adoption of smart space platforms in this segment. A recent report published by the British Council for Offices (BCO) on "Improving Productivity in the Workplace" found that indoor environments have a significant impact on actual workplace productivity, suggesting the need for smart and modern workplaces. For Report Customization: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/request-for-customization/5402 Based on components, the hardware segment held the highest market share in 2020, accounting for nearly three-fifths of the global smart space market, and is estimated to maintain its leadership status throughout the forecast period. This is due to the increased adoption of smart devices in smart homes and buildings. Moreover, the services segment is projected to manifest the highest CAGR of 15.3% from 2021 to 2030. Based on region, North America held the highest market share in terms of revenue 2020, accounting for two-fifths of the global smart space industry. This is attributed to several factors such as huge government funding on innovative as well as smart technologies, increased number of IoT devices, and a strong technical base. Moreover, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the fastest CAGR of 16.1% during the forecast period, owing to the proliferation of connected systems fueled by the ongoing trend of smart offices and homes in the region along with government-driven infrastructural projects. Buy Now & Get Exclusive Discount on this Report: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/smart-space-market/purchase-options Some of the key smart space industry players profiled in the report include Cisco Systems, Inc., Eutech Cybernetic Pte. Ltd., Hitachi Vantara Corporation, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), Schneider Electric SE, Siemens AG, SmartSpace Software Plc, Spacewell, and others. This study includes market trends, smart space market analysis, and future estimations to determine the imminent investment pockets Covid-19 Scenario: • The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly fostered the growth rate of the global smart space market, owing to rise in the creation of safe smart spaces & increase in IoT deployment. • In addition, the proliferation of smart buildings driven by the pandemic has impacted positively on the market. This is because smart buildings offer functions such as social distancing, occupancy tracking/monitoring, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, smart heating, and stricter cleaning requirements. 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IBM Investments
17 Investments
IBM has made 17 investments. Their latest investment was in Strangeworks as part of their Series A on March 21, 2023.

IBM Investments Activity

Date | Round | Company | Amount | New? | Co-Investors | Sources |
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3/21/2023 | Series A | Strangeworks | $24M | Yes | 10 | |
1/5/2021 | Grant | Harris-Stowe State University | $2M | Yes | 7 | |
5/21/2020 | Corporate Minority | we.trade | Yes | 3 | ||
3/9/2020 | Series D | |||||
2/13/2020 | Corporate Minority - II |
Date | 3/21/2023 | 1/5/2021 | 5/21/2020 | 3/9/2020 | 2/13/2020 |
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Round | Series A | Grant | Corporate Minority | Series D | Corporate Minority - II |
Company | Strangeworks | Harris-Stowe State University | we.trade | ||
Amount | $24M | $2M | |||
New? | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Co-Investors | |||||
Sources | 10 | 7 | 3 |
IBM Acquisitions
211 Acquisitions
IBM acquired 211 companies. Their latest acquisition was Apptio on June 26, 2023.
Date | Investment Stage | Companies | Valuation Valuations are submitted by companies, mined from state filings or news, provided by VentureSource, or based on a comparables valuation model. | Total Funding | Note | Sources |
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6/26/2023 | Series E+ | $136M | Acquired | 11 | ||
6/13/2023 | Acquired | 4 | ||||
5/16/2023 | Seed / Angel | $8.5M | Acquired | 8 | ||
4/14/2023 | Series A | |||||
3/1/2023 | Series D |
Date | 6/26/2023 | 6/13/2023 | 5/16/2023 | 4/14/2023 | 3/1/2023 |
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Investment Stage | Series E+ | Seed / Angel | Series A | Series D | |
Companies | |||||
Valuation | |||||
Total Funding | $136M | $8.5M | |||
Note | Acquired | Acquired | Acquired | ||
Sources | 11 | 4 | 8 |
IBM Partners & Customers
10 Partners and customers
IBM has 10 strategic partners and customers. IBM recently partnered with University of Wollongong in Dubai on September 9, 2023.
Date | Type | Business Partner | Country | News Snippet | Sources |
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9/5/2023 | Partner | United Arab Emirates | UOWD partners with IBM to launch the first Master of Digital Transformation program in the UAE Dubai-UAE : The University of Wollongong in Dubai has launched its Master of Digital Transformation program , developed in partnership with global technology giant , IBM . | 1 | |
9/4/2023 | Client | India | IBM Partners with Indian Bank to Boost Modernization with Enhanced Compute Infrastructure IBM 's collaboration with Indian Bank seeks to accelerate the bank 's modernization with secure compute infrastructure for new banking applications . | 6 | |
8/31/2023 | Partner | United States | IBM and Salesforce Team Up To Help Businesses Accelerate Adoption of Trustworthy AI Salesforce , Inc. partners like IBM play an important role in helping businesses use Salesforce , Inc. 's AI , data and CRM technologies to connect with their customers on a new level , '' said Steve Corfield , EVP and General Manager , Global Alliances and Channels , Salesforce , Inc. . | 17 | |
8/31/2023 | Vendor, and Client | ||||
8/24/2023 | Client |
Date | 9/5/2023 | 9/4/2023 | 8/31/2023 | 8/31/2023 | 8/24/2023 |
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Type | Partner | Client | Partner | Vendor, and Client | Client |
Business Partner | |||||
Country | United Arab Emirates | India | United States | ||
News Snippet | UOWD partners with IBM to launch the first Master of Digital Transformation program in the UAE Dubai-UAE : The University of Wollongong in Dubai has launched its Master of Digital Transformation program , developed in partnership with global technology giant , IBM . | IBM Partners with Indian Bank to Boost Modernization with Enhanced Compute Infrastructure IBM 's collaboration with Indian Bank seeks to accelerate the bank 's modernization with secure compute infrastructure for new banking applications . | IBM and Salesforce Team Up To Help Businesses Accelerate Adoption of Trustworthy AI Salesforce , Inc. partners like IBM play an important role in helping businesses use Salesforce , Inc. 's AI , data and CRM technologies to connect with their customers on a new level , '' said Steve Corfield , EVP and General Manager , Global Alliances and Channels , Salesforce , Inc. . | ||
Sources | 1 | 6 | 17 |
IBM Service Providers
6 Service Providers
IBM has 6 service provider relationships
Service Provider | Associated Rounds | Provider Type | Service Type |
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Acq - P2P, and Acquired | Investment Bank | Financial Advisor | |
Service Provider | |||
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Associated Rounds | Acq - P2P, and Acquired | ||
Provider Type | Investment Bank | ||
Service Type | Financial Advisor |
Partnership data by VentureSource
IBM Team
535 Team Members
IBM has 535 team members, including current Chief Technology Officer, Senior Partner, Samuel Antoun.
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