Become a Partner

Application compatibility with Microsoft technologies is crucial to the quality of the experience our mutual customers enjoy. Microsoft offers many resources including an application compatibility cookbook, free self test tools, technical specifications for certification and business incentives to help you develop, test, certify and market technically superior applications for Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2.

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.

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.

The Windows Server 2008 Failover Cluster Configuration Program (FCCP) is designed to deliver tested and validated hardware configurations for your high availability needs. The program is based on Windows Server 2008 Failover Clustering and partner hardware configurations that have been strenuously tested and validated to work. Learn how you can be a part of this program.

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.