UK ISV Blog : Economy

Harnessing the potential of SQL Server 2008: An Event for Microsoft ISV partners, 2nd Dec

kirstys — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 13:21:06 GMT

SQL Server 2008 is the latest version of the Microsoft data platform and can offer significant benefits to your business. If you are a Gold, Certified or Registered Microsoft partner we would welcome your attendance at this event.

At this short but content packed event we will detail how to make the move to SQL Server 2008 and why your organisation should consider doing so. In the current climate of economic uncertainty we are focused on driving value for our partners and customers through our products and SQL Server 2008 is no exception. To understand the potential of this new product and how some ISVs have already harnessed this then join us on 2nd December and learn more.

Click here to register or 0870 166 6680 and quote reference number 2967.

To get a taste of SQL Server 2008 prior to the event, please visit:

Leverage Microsoft Financing to give customers payment flexibility

kirstys — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:18:25 GMT

Microsoft Financing provides a single financing resource for all of your customers' IT needs. Unlike traditional financing, Microsoft Financing will finance 100 per cent of eligible Microsoft, third-party and ISV software - as well as partner services and hardware - with no hidden costs!

Microsoft Financing

IDC Presents How You Can Improve Your Business Performance

kirstys — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:10:18 GMT

Is your company doing everything it can to protect your bottom line and drive profits? In this webcast, IDC Group VP Stephen Graham presents key findings from a recent IDC (Microsoft-commissioned) study on the topic of Microsoft ISV partner profitability. Graham discusses key performance indicators of successful software companies and what you can do to achieve stronger business performance.

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Turning economic challenges into opportunity – together

kirstys — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:04:46 GMT

Microsoft VP, Allison Watson, discusses how building on great relationships; low cost, high performance Microsoft solutions; and Partner Program resources can create demand.

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