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Microsoft Partner Program

As a Microsoft partner, you can take advantage of new opportunities created by Microsoft’s investments in products and technologies. Ride the momentum of our targeted marketing campaigns and leverage customizable marketing materials to help develop leads and drive sales. Establish business relationships with other partners in the Microsoft worldwide network to expand your portfolio and your revenue.  Learn more about the Microsoft Partner Program.

For ISV Partners

  • The INNOVATE ON Windows Server 2008 initiative is designed to help you plan, build, test, and promote leading-edge solutions based on the Windows Server 2008 platform. Enroll to access comprehensive step-by-step process guides and development resources to help you meet the technical bars for the Certified for Windows Server 2008 logo or the Works with Windows Server 2008 designations.

  • Learn about the program that helps ISVs develop applications using Microsoft technologies faster and at a lower cost. The Empower for ISVs program is part of the Microsoft Partner Program for Registered Members.

  • The Microsoft ISV/Software Solutions Competency is designed to provide additional benefits and support to Microsoft Certified Partners and Gold Certified Partners that specialize in developing and marketing packaged software solutions based on Microsoft technologies. Enroll to gain access to a multitude of resources that will help you build better products, enhance your market presence, and drive profit and growth.

For OEM Partners

  • Are you an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or System Builder interested in building Windows Server 2008-based server solutions? Start on the right track, by enrolling in the Microsoft Partner program for OEMs. Benefits include access to the OEM Partner Center, hands-on demos, technical resources, training, licensing, marketing materials, and support.

Additional Resources for Partners

  • Microsoft provides Partners with valuable sales and technical learning resources to improve your knowledge of Windows Server 2008. Find classroom and Web-based classes that fit your needs by training type, competency, or using search keywords.

  • Subscribe to one of the many weekly e-newsletter offerings from the Microsoft Partner Program to learn about invaluable partner-focused information and opportunities.

Get started with Windows Server 2008

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