Over the last ten years, IBM technology advancements have brought x86-based servers to the forefront of enterprise computing, helping our clients to streamline business operations and do more with the same IT dollars. At IBM we want to provide the technology that will truly help businesses innovate and thrive. There are proactive tools that help you manage the complexity and growth of your business and data center. And capabilities that help you become more efficient so you can go green and start saving. IBM makes that possible today, and is dedicated to improving upon X-Architecture®, generation after generation to help shape the future of computing.

The IBM X-Architecture blueprint delivers client value through innovative design and the application of technology. It provides a comprehensive approach to solving your IT challenges today and a forward-looking approach to designing for tomorrow's challenges.

View the timeline below to see X-Architecture key milestones over the last 10 years: