Topic: Partner Programs - Page 89

The latest addition to the distributor’s SolutionsPath training curriculum, Data Center University is designed to educate resellers on the converging data center environment.

Resellers can gain training from experts and demonstrate products from over 120 manufacturers at Tech Data’s onsite VMware Transformation Center.

The Ingram Micro Healthcare Partner Network is the first and only network of healthcare-focused partners and MSPs within the distribution channel.

New members of the company’s partner program are eligible for a $100 Visa gift card with their first signed order submitted by October 31, 2011.

The JSD Web site for partners provides access to conferencing technology solutions from such manufacturers as Avaya, Panasonic, Adtran, and others.

Partner sales reps receive points for each new deal they close, while the portal features partner-specific dashboard views of MDF and deal registration status and activity. By Cecilia Galvin

Solution providers and MSPs can now offer a client-hosted VDI solution that is less expensive and less complicated than other offerings.

Designed to support partner sales of cloud-based VoIP and UC solutions purpose-built for SMBs, the Partner Plus Program offers resellers “competitive” incentives.

A highlight of the updated program is a new commission plan with monthly residuals.

Partners now have access to Avnet’s cloud strategy workshops and cloud assessment services, available as resellable services.