IBM’s vision for space

The new space age is upon us.

At IBM Space, we believe in innovation that matters: Building groundbreaking technology that not only drives mission success on the final frontier but also improves life for the rest of us on earth. IBM partnered with NASA 50 years ago to land the first humans on the moon and now we are pressing forward into this next era of space exploration, with a renewed focus on humanity and sustainability.

By uniting technology, strategy and services through the lens of space, our team solves complex, off-world challenges for clients and partners in the rapidly growing NewSpace Ecosystem.

Let’s build the future of space, together.

The new space age

Edge computing in space

Edge computing in space allows data to be analyzed closer to its origin for better efficiency and faster insight.

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The new space economy

Exponential technologies at the edge of space

The space economy is expanding, and no one wants to be left behind. Learn how exponential technologies are laying the groundwork for the next generation of space exploration —and what that could mean for life on Earth.

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Core IBM space focus areas

IBM Space’s core competencies position us to innovate broadly in the NewSpace Ecosystem.

Hybrid and edge architectures

Data, AI, analytics and digital twin

Emerging tech

Strategic vision to bring it together

Resources

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The engineer behind IBM Space

Learn more about Naeem Altaf and his vision for IBM Space.

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The future of space exploration

Apollo 11 landed on the moon 50 years ago. Here's how space exploration is expected to change in the near future.

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Space-based computing

Learn how in-space data processing allows for quicker data analysis and action.

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Democratizing access to space

IBM Space will be launching its first CubeSat space mission, ENDURANCE, giving students across the world access to space.

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Satellites and edge computing

Powerful edge computing capabilities can provide quick and valuable insights from the vast quantities of data collected by satellites.

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