Topic: Partner Programs - Page 95

The new products and procurement options include “as-a-service” payment options and a cloud-based managed services administration tool for solutions from the vendor’s Aruba networking unit.

Effective November 1st, partners can pursue certification in 11 technology disciplines. Currently separate partner programs like Aruba’s Partner Edge will fall under a common Partner Ready umbrella as well.

Partners enrolled in the lowest of the Partner First program’s current tiers, which is slated for elimination, will get information and assistance exclusively through distributors going forward.

Introduced at this week’s PEAK 16 conference in Las Vegas, the new program includes expanded training opportunities, new financial incentives, and a new partner portal.

Ready or not, Microsoft partners, commissions on new sales of cloud services under Microsoft’s so-called “Advisor model” end on September 30th.

The three-day event focuses on emerging channel opportunities and the digital evolution.

The new program is designed to help mobile POS ISVs and VARs boost success in POS sales.

The distributor is offering seminars and exhibits designed to help resellers take advantage of hybrid cloud and mobility trends.

Channel pros who invest in building high-performing cloud practices will be first in line to benefit from the new resources, which are designed to make Microsoft’s top partners more visible to sales prospects.

The new offering is available as an optional feature of AppRiver’s Skype for Business service.