IBM Hursley
| Company type | Research and development facility |
|---|---|
| Industry | Information technology, software development |
| Founded | 1958 |
| Headquarters | Hursley, Hampshire , England |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | CICS, MQ |
Number of employees | 1500+ |
IBM Hursley serves as a research and development facility for International Business Machines, situated in the village of Hursley, Hampshire, England.
History
Founded in 1958 within the confines of Hursley House, an 18th-century mansion designed in the Queen Anne style, IBM Hursley has been instrumental in advancing major IBM software innovations since the mid-20th century. It continues to function as the primary development center for CICS and MQ. The Customer Information Control System (CICS), created at this location, was IBM’s inaugural product to surpass one billion dollars in yearly revenue.
Originally, the operation was limited to Hursley House and its immediate surroundings. However, in 1963, IBM expanded its footprint by purchasing 100 acres (405,000 m2) around the estate and constructing a contemporary office complex, which currently supports a workforce exceeding 1,500 employees.
The facility includes the IBM Client Centre, a secure venue where customers can evaluate software solutions and collaborate with specialists on best practices, proofs of concept, and technology showcases.
Hursley House is recognized as a Grade II* listed structure and functions as an Executive Briefing Centre. Its basement level contains the IBM Hursley Museum, which presents the history of IBM Hursley Park, IBM UK, and the broader IBM Corporation.