For those of you in need of running SQL or Windows platform tests to either join the or renew your membership in the Microsoft Partner Program, check out the following discounts being offered:

The following offers and updates on the Platform Test for ISVs that supports SQL Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 are now available:

• The SQL Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 components of the Platform Test for ISVs now cost $250 per component, which is a discount on the standard price of $400 per component.
• Testing vouchers with a value of up to $500, for the SQL Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 components of the Platform Test for ISVs. ISVs must enroll in InnovateOn to access the voucher offer and test their solution by March 31^st 2009.
• Applications that pass the Windows Server 2008 foundation component of the Platform Test for ISVs will now also receive the ”Works with Windows Server 2008” logo and a listing in the Windows Server Catalog.

Thanks,

Jamie Wakeam

Software Architect Advisor

Microsoft Canada