Brisbane based internet security provider Netbox Blue is the first Queensland company to be accepted as an IBM Express Advantage Partner.

The partnership will enable Netbox Blue to offer customers substantial discounts on their IBM hardware.

"We are delighted to be recognised as one of the first IBM Express Advantage partners in Australasia," Netbox Blue CEO John Fison says.

"This new program offers our customers better value hardware platforms and reassurance from IBM's global support organisation. "

"Customers can now really see that IBM is serious about partnering with innovative software companies. It also offers us excellent promotional benefits as we will now be selling our solution through IBM's direct sales force and Business Partner community."

The partnership underscores IBM's commitment to Netbox Blue and its confidence in Netbox Blue's security and management solutions.

"We at IBM believe this solution is a real winner and I hope you take it on with as much enthusiasm as we have." said Tony Mackie, IBM Queensland.