IBM and Box form a global partnership, one with the aim to "combine the best-in-class technologies and resources of both companies to transform work in the cloud."
The result of the partnership units the Box cloud-based content collaboration platform with IBM-powered analytics, social collaboration and security solutions, as well as add global heft of the IBM Cloud. Big Blue will also enable developers to integrate Box APIs into enterprise apps and web services.
In addition, the IBM MobileFirst iOS apps will get Box-based content management solutions.
“Today’s digital enterprises demand world-class technologies that transform how their organizations operate both internally and externally,” Box says. “This extensive alliance between Box and IBM opens up an exciting opportunity for both companies to reach new markets and deliver unified solutions and services that can redefine industries, advance secure collaboration and revolutionise enterprise mobility.”