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Representing thousands of IT professionals, COMMON is an integral part of the IBM i community with leading initiatives in education, advocacy, networking, and certification that allow you to get the most out of your IBM i investment. Your membership organization is comprised of everyday users, IBMers, industry experts, vendors, recognized speakers, leaders, and members of the academic community. The following content highlights just a few of the member benefits you get for joining our growing community.
Expand your skillset and knowledge on new and emerging technologies that affect your IBM i. As the leading education provider in this space, you have access to world-class education from industry experts that will help you maximize your investment in leading-edge technologies. Choose from an unprecedented variety of continuing education options that are available both in-person and online.
By belonging to the largest user group community of IBM i and Power Systems professionals, you have the unique opportunity to network, learn, and connect with one another. Many of our longtime members have found this to be the most valuable benefit of COMMON membership. Creating contacts in your field through networking that you can call upon for practical help, mentorship, technical support or real-world knowledge is a great way to differentiate yourself and succeed in your career.
COMMON’s mission is to enhance the careers of our members. We do this by providing leading education, facilitating networking and volunteer opportunities, fostering leadership, and by advocating for our members to IBM and other industry partners. Whether it’s a student that is just ready to enter the workforce, or a seasoned IT executive, COMMON can help them succeed in their job roles by offering resources and tools that will help deliver success to their organization. COMMON is a partner in your career’s success and that of your company’s – that is the true value of COMMON membership.
COMMON membership provides an array of benefits, discounts, and opportunities that only the largest Power Systems user group in world can provide, including:
With an annual PRO membership, individuals can leverage COMMON’s benefits to expand their knowledge and skills. You will have access to the COMMON Content Library, which houses over 250 hours of IBM i education available on demand. They will have access to free boot camp training, exclusive discounts to conferences and educational events, and opportunities to network and engage with some of the most respected minds in the IBM i arena. The knowledge employees gain by participating in COMMON events can be leveraged to solve expensive, critical issues or make systems more efficient, to drive your company to success. This more than pays for membership.
Cost – $249
Corporate membership benefits the registered individuals in your organization, providing amazing training opportunities that would otherwise not be available. Your employees will have access to the COMMON Content Library, which houses over 250 hours of IBM i education available on demand. They will have access to free boot camp training, exclusive discounts to conferences and educational events, and opportunities to network and engage with some of the most respected minds in the IBM i arena. The knowledge employees gain by participating in COMMON events can be leveraged to solve expensive, critical issues or make systems more efficient, to drive your company to success. This more than pays for membership.
Is your company already a member and you need to set up individual access? Please contact fpritchard@common.org or pkasper@common.org
Note: This membership type is reserved for companies that have exhibited with COMMON recently.
Vendor Partners will enjoy discounted corporate membership for their entire organization as a thank you for their ongoing support of COMMON and our events. In addition, your employees will have access to the COMMON Content Library, which houses over 250 hours of IBM i education available on demand. They will also have access to free boot camp training, exclusive discounts to conferences and educational events, and opportunities to network and engage with some of the most respected minds in the IBM i arena. Not only can vendor partners collaborate with COMMON to reach our vast membership, but their own employees can take advantage of all the educational benefits that COMMON has to offer.
Is your company already a member and you need to set up individual access? contact Peter Kasper at pkasper@common.org
Available to students currently enrolled in a degree-granting educational program and for up to two years after graduation, this complimentary membership provides a way to prepare for the working world by gaining knowledge, experience, and networking contacts. Additionally, COMMON offers complimentary academic memberships to current instructors at accredited, degree-granting universities.
To join, contact the Membership Department at 800-777-6734. Proof of current enrollment or university affiliation required.
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