Arrow Electronics has expanded its agreement with IBM to make IBM Storage Protect for Cloud available to channel partners across EMEA through the ArrowSphere Cloud platform.
The agreement builds on the long-standing collaboration between Arrow and IBM and expands access to IBM’s SaaS-based data protection platform. Channel partners across EMEA can now access, bundle and deliver IBM Storage Protect for Cloud as part of broader multi-vendor solutions, This enables channel partners to move faster, scale more efficiently and build predictable, recurring revenue streams while helping customers strengthen data resilience in cloud environments.
IBM Storage Protect for Cloud is a comprehensive multi-workload data protection platform designed to safeguard business-critical SaaS data. It provides automated backup, granular restore capabilities and other features designed to protect against data loss caused by cyber threats, human error or service disruption. The solution supports modern cloud environments and enables organisations to maintain business continuity while helping to meet growing security and compliance requirements.
The availability of IBM Storage Protect for Cloud on ArrowSphere Cloud reflects a shift towards digital first procurement and delivery models. The solution is API- enabled to integrate seamlessly within ArrowSphere Cloud, allowing channel partners to accelerate deployment, simplify operations and deliver solutions through a modern, streamlined buying experience.
ArrowSphere Cloud also includes embedded AI capabilities, enabling channel partners to work more effectively with their data, identify new opportunities and streamline day- to- day processes across sales, operations and lifecycle management.
Mike Worby, head of strategic alliances of Arrow’s enterprise computing solutions business in EMEA, said, “Our extended agreement with IBM reflects our ongoing strategy to enable channel partners to build, deliver and scale multi-vendor cloud solutions through a single platform. This approach aligns with how customers want to buy and consume technology today, with a growing preference for flexible, integrated solutions delivered through a streamlined digital experience. By adding IBM Storage Protect for Cloud to ArrowSphere Cloud, we are strengthening our portfolio while enabling channel partners to accelerate delivery, scale their businesses and develop recurring revenue opportunities.”
ArrowSphere Cloud is designed to support the design, delivery and lifecycle management of cloud and software solutions. It provides channel partners with access to a digital catalogue of cloud technologies and services from leading vendors, alongside tools for billing, provisioning and subscription management. The platform enables channel partners to build multi-vendor solutions, simplify operations and scale their cloud businesses more effectively across EMEA.
Rose Renck, vice president global managing director at IBM said, “Working with Arrow enables us to expand the availability of IBM Storage Protect for Cloud across the EMEA region. Together, we are empowering channel partners to deliver robust data protection capabilities with greater ease, seamlessly integrate them into comprehensive customer solutions, and provide a more flexible and modern digital experience.”
The agreement is effective immediately, with IBM Storage Protect for Cloud now available to Arrow channel partners across EMEA through ArrowSphere Cloud.
About Arrow Electronics
Arrow Electronics (NYSE:ARW) sources and engineers technology solutions for thousands of leading manufacturers and service providers. With 2025 sales of $31 billion, Arrow’s portfolio enables technology across major industries and markets.
