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IBM Connections (On-Premises)

byIBM
in Enterprise Social Networking Applications (Retired)
3.4

Overview

Product Information on IBM Connections (On-Premises)

Updated 13th October 2025

What is IBM Connections (On-Premises)?

IBM Connections (On-Premises) is collaboration software that provides a platform for organizations to facilitate communication, knowledge sharing, and project management among employees. The software offers features such as file sharing, activity management, blogs, wikis, communities, and forums, allowing users to organize information and interact in real time or asynchronously. It integrates with existing business systems and supports governance and security requirements by allowing deployment within the organization’s IT infrastructure. IBM Connections (On-Premises) addresses the business need for secure, internal collaboration and information management by creating a centralized environment where teams can coordinate work, manage documents, and capture organizational knowledge.

IBM Connections (On-Premises) Pricing

IBM Connections (On-Premises) software uses a licensing-based pricing model, where organizations acquire licenses for deployment within their own infrastructure. Pricing is typically structured based on the number of users or user roles, with options for different feature sets and support levels. Maintenance and support are offered as additional annual fees, giving organizations flexibility to scale according to user requirements and desired support coverage.

Overall experience with IBM Connections (On-Premises)

MIS Administrator
500M - 1B USD, Services (non-Government)
FAVORABLE

“Powerful workplace collaboration and sharing hub”

4.0
Oct 3, 2019
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Sr. Advisor, Digital Workplace Solutions
10B - 30B USD, Transportation
CRITICAL

“Aged product without much of a roadmap”

2.0
Oct 2, 2018
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 15th January 2024

IBM is a well-established entity focused on technology and development. The primary mission revolves around fostering technological growth and enhancing infrastructure, achieved through focused developments and consulting services. By encouraging inventiveness and innovation, it is geared towards facilitating the transition of theoretical ideas into practical realities, thus improving global functionalities. IBM brings about transformation by creating advanced solutions that reshape and redefine the world.

Company Details

Updated 15th January 2024
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1911
Head office location
Armonk, New York, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD
Website
http://www.ibm.com

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IBM Connections (On-Premises) Reviews and Ratings

3.4

(6 Ratings)

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  • MIS Administrator
    50M-1B USD
    Services (non-Government)
    Review Source

    Powerful workplace collaboration and sharing hub

    4.0
    Oct 3, 2019
    Social networking and interactions within the workplace increases productivity and builds on the strength of sharing. IBM Connections gives that kind of networking a chance. Knowledge and ideas abound to the benefit of the organisation. connections is my default treasure trove for organisation data and manuals for my work unit. It's within reach at all times as long as you have an authorised account of access. IBM Connections is built around Sharepoint. In my view it is a solidly built sharing and collaboration environment which everyone can benefit from. There are many other sharing enablers integrated into this product which makes communications easier and fluid. These are IBM Lotus notes email, Sametime connections for instant messaging and fie sharing.
  • MIS Administrator
    50M-1B USD
    Services (non-Government)
    Review Source

    Powerful workplace collaboration and sharing hub

    4.0
    Oct 3, 2019
    Social networking and interactions within the workplace increases productivity and builds on the strength of sharing. IBM Connections gives that kind of networking a chance. Knowledge and ideas abound to the benefit of the organisation. connections is my default treasure trove for organisation data and manuals for my work unit. It's within reach at all times as long as you have an authorised account of access. IBM Connections is built around Sharepoint. In my view it is a solidly built sharing and collaboration environment which everyone can benefit from. There are many other sharing enablers integrated into this product which makes communications easier and fluid. These are IBM Lotus notes email, Sametime connections for instant messaging and fie sharing.
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IBM Connections (On-Premises) Likes & Dislikes

Like

What I like most about Connections is that it connects people within the organisation and enables them to share ideas within their communities of practice. I like the way information is curated and classified according to CoPs and like minded professionals can choose to follow each other and share what is most relevant to their specific fields

Like

What I like most about Connections is that it connects people within the organisation and enables them to share ideas within their communities of practice. I like the way information is curated and classified according to CoPs and like minded professionals can choose to follow each other and share what is most relevant to their specific fields

Like

What I like most about Connections is that it connects people within the organisation and enables them to share ideas within their communities of practice. I like the way information is curated and classified according to CoPs and like minded professionals can choose to follow each other and share what is most relevant to their specific fields

Dislike

None of it worked well together. It becomes clear when using that the product was cobbled together over years of development by different teams with few standards and guidelines.

Dislike

None of it worked well together. It becomes clear when using that the product was cobbled together over years of development by different teams with few standards and guidelines.

Dislike

None of it worked well together. It becomes clear when using that the product was cobbled together over years of development by different teams with few standards and guidelines.

Reviewer Insights for: IBM Connections (On-Premises)
Performance of IBM Connections (On-Premises) Across Market Features