AI Summary
IBM has partnered with OpenAI to integrate its AI models and tools into IBM's consulting services, targeting large enterprises across various sectors. This collaboration aims to train thousands of consultants on OpenAI technologies and expand IBM's AI capabilities amid growing competition in the corporate AI market.
- IBM announced a partnership with OpenAI to enhance its enterprise AI offerings through its global consulting business.
- The partnership will involve joint marketing of AI solutions and development of industry-specific applications for sectors such as financial services, government, telecommunications, and retail.
- IBM plans to create a dedicated OpenAI practice within IBM Consulting and will train tens of thousands of consultants on OpenAI technologies, focusing on Codex, API, and cybersecurity.
- OpenAI's models, including GPT-5.6 and ChatGPT Work, will be integrated into IBM Consulting Advantage to assist clients in deploying AI in their operations.
- This collaboration follows IBM's previous partnership with Anthropic and aligns with OpenAI's strategy to expand its enterprise business through consulting firms.
- IBM aims to accelerate growth in its AI business after recently lowering its 2026 revenue forecast, emphasizing that AI adoption complements its mainframe business.
- The partnership builds on a prior collaboration focused on cybersecurity, integrating OpenAI's models with IBM's Autonomous Security service.
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