On April 16, 2025, GlassHouse Systems proudly announced its recognition as the North American winner of the 2025 IBM Partner Plus Award in the esteemed "Hybrid by Design" category. This accolade celebrates GlassHouse's outstanding ability to deliver a transformative hybrid cloud project tailored for a major client in the automotive retail sector.
The executed project involved a thorough transition from on-premises infrastructure to the cutting-edge IBM Power Virtual Server on the IBM Cloud, complemented by integrated AWS functionalities. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of GlassHouse Systems, IBM, and the client, the time required for provisioning new stores significantly decreased from weeks to merely minutes. Furthermore, this improved efficiency led to a remarkable enhancement in system resilience and a noteworthy reduction in expenses, estimated at about 40%.
Alex Talmor, President of GlassHouse Systems, expressed his pride in receiving this accolade, stating that it underscores the company’s commitment to harnessing IBM’s Hybrid Cloud solutions to deliver exceptional value to clients who operate critical workloads in Power environments (AIX/IBM i). He remarked, “We diligently invest in developing an exclusive expertise that enables us to create innovative hybrid-based solutions, ensuring our clients’ investments are preserved while supporting their plans for growth and modernization. It is incredibly fulfilling to enhance the capabilities of IBM’s premier technologies for our customers.”
The IBM Partner Plus Awards recognize the exceptional contributions of business partners within the IBM Ecosystem who are advancing enterprises, transforming industries, and making a positive impact through strategic partnerships. Evaluated based on parameters such as expertise, partnership, impact, innovation, and storytelling, the entries were anonymized and scrutinized by a panel of judges. Only the most compelling submissions in each of the six categories were honored, and GlassHouse emerged as a top contender among numerous participants.
In addition to achieving success at the North American level, GlassHouse Systems has secured a place as a finalist for the global awards to be announced on May 5, 2025, during IBM Partner Plus Day, part of Think 2025 in Boston. This opportunity signifies the company’s growing influence within the industry and its commitment to innovation. For further details regarding the IBM Partner Plus Awards and a complete list of winners across all categories, visit
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The IBM Partner Plus program supports eligible partners by deepening their technical expertise and enabling them to expedite their go-to-market strategies, especially in the domains of AI and hybrid cloud technologies. Learn more about this transformative program by visiting
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As a pioneering force in the technology sector for over 32 years, GlassHouse Systems (GHS) provides innovative digital and security solutions tailored to meet the demands of the world’s most forward-thinking companies. From foundational strategies to sophisticated, secure operations, GHS empowers clients with a comprehensive understanding of their technological landscape, fostering technological advancements that bolster digital resilience. The company prides itself on its collaboration with strategic partners and its commitment to driving successful technical deployments that cater to the evolving needs of organizations. For more information about GHS's services, visit
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