I’ve just sourced some Flip Meno HD digital recorders and we will be giving 2 of these away in each location (ie one in the morning, one in the afternoon) as a lucky door prize in the Innovation Days roadshow, (along with a 4gb memory stick with resources...

We have received feedback from a couple of partners in the ACT asking why we are not coming to town with the December Innovation Days Roadshow. The answer is that based on our analysis of the partner ecosystem – we don’t see many web agency partners or...

Today at 1.30pm (Sydney time) is HAMMER TIME. We will be holding our first LIVE Smooth Streaming event in Australia with MTV interviewing MC Hammer (who also appeared on Rove last Sunday). Hammer is Down Under promoting the new Xbox game Lips featuring...

December brings a five city roadshow - a morning session for web design and development companies, and an afternoon session for ISV partners. Have a look at the content - and register today at https://partner.microsoft.com/Australia/40047632 .

One of the great benefits of being a part of the Microsoft Partner Network is access to a rich set of resources and that can help you gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace you operate within. These resources are designed to help you build your...

At this event you will learn about the market opportunity with Microsoft in Public Sector and insights into the market landscape . If you are looking for opportunities to expand your solution offerings and services then this event is for you. You can...

Hi I thought I would share this great offer with you all and let you know that I and everyone in Inese’s team are currently studying for our MCP’s in Volume Licensing, why not join us and get yours too. Becoming a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP...

Achieve Best of Breed Solutions in Selling to Government Services Citizen Service Platform (CSP) is Microsoft’s strategic government framework, covering the issues of citizen service, agency productivity, safety and human services through the Microsoft...

We have the opportunity to hold two training sessions in Australia but need your prompt feedback to gauge interest and hence justify efforts to bring them to you. 1) System Centre for Hosting Partners, 3 days - November 23-25 : this will provide hands...

To maintain the subscription value to partners and to ensure compliancy, on January 1, 2010 we are reinstating the assessment requirement for renewing subscribers . Subscribers need to take a brief course and assessment every two years. 80% of current...

Hi Partners, Ever dreamt of growing your own personal Money Tree? You thought they didn’t exist right? Well, if you have sold over $10,000 of Open Licenses in the past 12 months, you qualify as a Microsoft top value Added Reseller (TOP VAR). By becoming...

Microsoft LicenseWise is a one-stop shop that can help you recommend Microsoft product and Volume Licensing solutions for customers, optimise the sales process, and build new revenue opportunities. You can also use LicenseWise to save time in effectively...

Promote your business at no cost AIIA are joining forces with Microsoft, to promote the capability of the Australian software industry. The “Buy Australian Software” catalogue will be a showcase for local and international customers wanting Windows...

Thank you to everyone who was involved in yesterdays Windows 7 launch and thank you to those Partners who hosted there own launch parties. I have had a chat to a few Partners today and they have told me that there is a lot of enthusiasm out in the market...

I was lucky enough to host my own Windows 7 Party with family and friends on Sunday, yesterday I was at one of our Distributers celebrating, I think i ate seven cakes! (and one to many green slushies) Microsoft celebrating… 1)CFO Chris Liddell rang the...

Hi Partners, Windows 7 has arrived! Send in your stories of who braved the weather last night to be the first in line to receive the much anticipated Windows 7. Microsoft are throwing Power Lunches for SMB partners. There are still spaces available in...

Is your anniversary date in January, February, or March? The current survey period (October 1 st through December 14th) is your last chance to survey your customers and meet your re-enrolment requirement. You must receive at least ten completed surveys...

Many articles and blogs have talked about Microsoft entering the retail market through it’s own flagship stores for some time now. I recently came across this article on the ‘GIZMODO’ site (posted 24th Jul 09) See article here.. You can view the entire...

Microsoft Australia, is pleased to invite you to a talk on “Understanding Team dysfunction & developing a high performance culture”, delivered by Human Synergy. Date : Nov 5 th , 2009 Venue : Microsoft offices, Sydney, Theatre 3 Time : 09h00 – 10h00...

Have you ever wondered what your Software benefits are? I am happy to let you know we have launched the Partner License Statement ! This tool will enable you to see your Software Benefits entitlements earned across the Microsoft Partner Network in a single...

GovHack is a free, intensive day and a half exploring ways of creating mashups and applications with government data and services, and most importantly building some applications before the event is over. See you in Canberra, October 30 and 31. What:...

Imagine your customers were lucky enough to stumble across a lamp that washed up on the sea shores. A lamp that possessed something within.. a magical Business Genie. The kind that could grant you 4 magical wished for your business. You would probably...

Hi Everyone, We have all heard “Teach a man to fish and he can eat for a day but teach a man to fish and he can eat forever.” We have all heard that “practice makes perfect”.... With this in mind, Microsoft are offering Technical Workshops on brand...

As of Dec. 31, 2009, Antigen 8.0 products will no longer be supported nor receive any engine updates. We encourage customers to upgrade to the Antigen 9.0 products as soon as possible. Prepare to address customer questions about uninterrupted security...

The competency transition tool is now available via the Microsoft Partner Network portal on this page . This tool will help you work out how your current competencies will land in the Microsoft Partner Network. I hope you all have a great weekend. Sarah...