IndigoCube announced today that it has obtained an additional certification by IBM for IndogoCube Design and Construction solution which helps customers to effectively deploy and use IBM Rational software architecture, modelling and development tools that help customers improve productivity in software development.
Looked upon as a "badge of honor" within IBM software circles, VAP certification delineates those Partners who deliver added value to the customer by way of consulting and professional services.This certification is awarded for solutions after rigorous quality checks and feedback, gathered from existing clients
As a Rational Value Added Partner (VAP). IndigoCube is the only company in South Africa to be certified in all aspects of the IBM Rational solutions under the Rational program, which IBM launched in January 2005. In addition to the VAP for Design and Construction, IndigoCube has also been approved as a value added partner in Software Process Improvement and Project Management, Software Configuration Management and Software Quality. IndigoCube consultants have the technical certifications from IBM across the breadth of Rational offerings required to improve the effectiveness of the application development lifecycle
IndigoCube founders and staff have more than a decade of experience in the Rational environment. We believe that the Rational Unified Process is the most effective approach to software development, especially now that companies are implementing loosely coupled services-oriented solutions. IndigoCube leverages the Rational methodology and tools to help customers accelerate development of quality enterprise software. Said Themi Themistocleous, IndigoCube`s Managing Director.
"Gaining VAP certification is no small feat. Having a solution is only one piece of the puzzle. Implementing that solution at customers and having them provide a strong reference is where the rubber hits the road," said Themi Themistocleous IndigoCube` Managing Director
The company views their VAP status as a true indication of their commitment to IBM and their leadership position in the IBM Partner community
IndigoCube is a black empowered full-service IBM Advanced Partner. IndigoCube encompasses a team of successful industry executives who have been in the Software and Services Industry for over 20 years. IndigoCube was formed to address the need of IBM and its customers to have a BEE organization that`s core focus is successful delivery of complex projects.
IndigoCube also has five IBM Value Advantage Plus (VAP) certifications in Rational and Tivoli, VAP certification delineates those Partners who deliver added value to the customer through professional services and is looked upon as a "badge of honor" within IBM software circles. IndigoCube offers solid support and expertise in developing, deploying and managing IBM software and hardware, with specific focus on Rational, WebSphere and Tivoli pillars.
IndigoCube`s founders long-term involvement in the development of the software industry and their commitment to best practices allows IndigoCube to hire, train and retain the best. This is evident by the number of internationally certified IBM consultants and it holds the core team that introduced Rational to South Africa in the early 1990s which has implemented hundreds of Rational projects since then.
IndigoCube`s also offers bespoke development, legacy transformation of Cobol and Adabas/Natural based systems to J2EE and has extensive expertise on OpenSource. Its world-class talent and proven development processes allow IndigoCube to deliver advanced technology higher quality solutions faster.

