Official Microsoft Partner Network Blog

Make MOOLA Today $$$

witness64 — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:26:17 GMT

The cloud market is set to soar. Make sure you’re ready to milk its potential.



Change is in the air. Customers are starting to get serious about the cloud, and that means they’re on the hunt for companies that can provide the services and advice they seek.

If you can offer online services, cloud planning, consultation and deployment services, you’ll have a greater chance to stake your claim to new revenue opportunities and customers transitioning to the cloud.

3 ways to make Moo-la:

	· Microsoft Office 365 is attractively priced for customers, so it’s the perfect place to start. Make your first sale and you could make an easy $500 – no bull!

	· Windows Intune is easy to sell, and once sold, the revenue and fees come in fast – starting with a cash BONUS of up to $900

	· The Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online Software Advisor fee has been increased. Previously 18% of sales revenue per customer, you can now earn a fee of 40% on new subscription sales

Learn about Microsoft SQL Server 2012 CTP3

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:02:00 GMT

The cloud-ready information platform designed to help organizations build solutions and extend data across on-premises and public cloud environments.

Learn More from Microsoft Partner Learning Paths

Sarah_Arnold — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:33:00 GMT

Whether you are in sales and marketing or are an IT professional, use Windows 7 role-based training and readiness resources to update your Windows 7 skills or acquire new ones.

Features and Capabilities of Windows Small Business Server

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 02:01:00 GMT

Millions of small businesses are not using optimal server technology that can enhance their businesses. Show prospective customers how Windows SBS 2011 can help them address their business challenges-and become the go-to resource for technology advice and purchases.

Silver and Gold Competency Partners Exam Packs Offer

Sarah_Arnold — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:34:00 GMT

Eligible MPNs may purchase and distribute Single Exam & MPN Competency Exam Packs vouchers solely to its employees and consultants. Each voucher included in a MPN Competency Exam Packs includes one exam attempt. Exams must be scheduled and taken before May 31, 2012. CPLS Partners can leverage the campaign to get their trainer certified or upgrade their existing skills.
Restrictions: The MPN Competency Pack offer applies only to new current-version exams that count toward Microsoft silver or gold competencies. This is not valid for Academic exams. This offer will end December 31, 2011. For more information click here

Windows Intune Release Available

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:58:00 GMT

New features available in the July beta will be commercially available on October 17. Learn how new Windows Intune capabilities continue to streamline PC management and security.

Management and Virtualization Competency Guide

Sarah_Arnold — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:38:00 GMT

Learn about the new Management and Virtualization competency launching in May 2012, which merges the Systems Management and Virtualization competencies is an evolution that reflects the continued convergence of management and virtualization workloads and helps prepare partners to deliver private cloud solutions. Click here to find out more

Get Licensing Ready Today

Sarah_Arnold — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 02:05:00 GMT

Get Licensing Ready is designed to help you build deeper licensing knowledge and more effective sales skills. A powerful training program with a focus on Partner sales roles and builds deeper licensing knowledge, with more effective sales skills. Get Started

Office 365 Available: Sign Up Now

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:40:00 GMT

Microsoft Office 365 uses the cloud to deliver enterprise-level productivity solutions to businesses of all sizes - and enables you to expand your customer base and drive new revenue.

Windows Server 2008 R2 Operating System Now Available

Sarah_Arnold — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 01:38:00 GMT

Discover how product enhancements can help you deliver more control, greater flexibility and improved protection to your customers. Click here to find out more.

Get Tips to Sell Exchange Online

Sarah_Arnold — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:03:00 GMT

Learn about the Exchange Online SKUs for customer organizations of all sizes. Access the overview of Office 365, the details about the Exchange components within Office 365, the value proposition by user segment, pricing, licensing programs, and sales guidance. Click here for more information

Microsoft Students to Business (S2B) Program

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:00:00 GMT

The Microsoft Students to Business (S2B) program is a Microsoft community initiative that connects Microsoft partners and customers and startups with university students for Internships, Jobs and Live Projects. S2B provides students with real world experience, enhancing their career opportunities and improving their skill sets.

Worldwide Partner Conference Toronto

Sarah_Arnold — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:03:32 GMT

If you think you will attend WPC 2012 in Toronto next July, please review the Entry/Exit Requirements for Australian Citizens http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/visa.asp

Earn a Microsoft Mobile Competency

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:12:00 GMT

The Microsoft Mobility competency, fuelled by the power of Windows Phone, and demonstrates your ability to develop innovative mobile solutions by using tools you already know and trust. Only Windows Phone delivers the benefits of the Windows platform into the mobile sphere.

Partner Learning Centre on Hosting University

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:11:00 GMT

Strengthen your company's commitment to SPLA by enhancing technical, marketing and business capabilities with training from the Partner Learning Centre. As a member of the Microsoft Partner Network, you have full access to a variety of PLC online courses, webcasts, virtual labs, and registration for instructor-led training programs and events to get up-to-speed on the latest products and technologies. Get Started

Private Cloud and Virtualization Deployment Planning Services

Sarah_Arnold — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:10:00 GMT

Provide structured consulting engagements to Software Assurance customers in order to create custom deployment plans with Private Cloud.

Planning, Building and Managing Private Cloud

Sarah_Arnold — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 23:09:00 GMT

Microsoft Virtual Academy training will cover the full cycle from understanding, planning and managing Microsoft private cloud offerings. It will start by introducing Microsoft's vision for private cloud computing and give details on how to plan a successful private cloud project. Get Started

Microsoft Office 365 Customer Transitions

Sarah_Arnold — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:08:00 GMT

Help your customers prepare for a smooth transition to Microsoft Office 365. Get a guide, administrator checklists, videos, articles blogs and support for every stage of the transition process.

Take Exam 70-659: MCTS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization at no cost

Mark O'Shea — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:29:42 GMT

Just passing on something that hit my inbox today...

For a limited time, you can take Exam 70-659: MCTS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization, at no cost.

Take the Virtualization Challenge now.

Need more training before you take Exam 70-659?

Sign up for the Virtualization Jump Start Offer.

For only $99, you can take an online training course and get a free exam voucher.

And on a related note, I just finished another round of exams, which I will write about once the MCP site details are updated.

Regards
Mark

The Next Release of Windows Intune

Sarah_Arnold — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 23:07:00 GMT

The next release of Windows Intune, which includes all the latest updates shown in the Windows Intune July 2011 beta is available now.

Access Your Benefits at Partner Learning Centre

Sarah_Arnold — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 23:01:00 GMT

Prepare yourself for these business opportunities-at low or without any charges-using the wealth of training programs and skills assessments from the Partner Learning Centre (PLC). You'll be able to expand your company's technical, marketing, and business capabilities, and increase your service to customers, all while saving time and money.

REGISTER to be in the draw to win!

Sarah_Arnold — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:59:07 GMT

There’s just 4 weeks left for Microsoft Resellers to get some cash back! We have $10,000 up for grabs each week, and all you need to do is register & purchase qualifying Windows 7, Office 2010, or Microsoft Hardware products to be in the draw to win!

UC Competency Changes

Sarah_Arnold — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 23:06:00 GMT

UC Competency Changes

Starting in November, partners can better meet customer demand and differentiate in the marketplace with two new competencies: Messaging and Communications (these replace the Unified Communications competency).

Business Model Transformation Jump Start for VAR and SI Partners

Sarah_Arnold — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:57:00 GMT

Now available in the Partner Learning Centre (PLC) is a series of videos for VAR and SI Partners which lays out the cloud opportunity for Microsoft Partners. The BMT Jump Start series provides practical steps for partners to take advantage of the cloud in their practice. Leverage on PLC resources to transform your business.

Microsoft Officially Welcomes Skype

Sarah_Arnold — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:02:00 GMT

Read the press release and partner FAQ about Microsoft's official acquisition of Skype Global.