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June 30, 2009
Allison Watson Interview on CRN TV
Watch this video interview with Kevin McLaughlin of CRN TV to get ready for the flood of news coming at WPC, including the latest about Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Azure.
June 30, 2009
WPC09 Security Focus Group
Are your customers planning on deploying remote access solutions like DirectAccess? Join this Microsoft Partner Focus Group on July 15 and tell us what you need to help you design the security and remote access infrastructure to support mobile and remote workers. Your input will help drive the development of new guidance and tools (Infrastructure Planning and Design Series – Solution Accelerators) for building a DirectAccess infrastructure.
• Date: July 15, 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Central Time
• Location: Room 240, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
• RSVP by July 6, 2009 through e-mail or on Facebook
June 26, 2009
Microsoft Dynamics Lounge at WPC
During WPC, join us in the Microsoft Dynamics Lounge in Lobby D on the first floor of the convention center to connect with other partners and Microsoft staff. Come to visit or to learn about resources to help increase sales─including executive briefing centers, the academic alliance partner program, advantage premier support services, and advanced product support services.
June 23, 2009
WPC09 Award Winners and Finalists Announced
Each year at WPC, Microsoft recognizes the best in partner innovation and contributions—from competency excellence to supporting nonprofit technology access. This year, 69 awards and nearly 2,000 excellent entries made selecting a winner and two finalists for each award a difficult task. We at Microsoft want to offer special congratulations to these outstanding partners. You can see a complete list of winners and finalists on the WPC awards page.
Thanks to all of our partners who entered the WPC09 Awards program. And if your entry was not selected, we look forward to your impressing us with another high-quality entry next year. More than making the WPC Awards program a success, your entries highlight the positive contributions you’re making to our industry. Microsoft is honored to have the opportunity to work with partners like you who are committed to helping customers realize their full business potential.
June 19, 2009
Web Development Track
Web developers: Win more business and retain customers with information and resources from the Web Development track. By attending the sessions in this track, you can explore business opportunities from enabling technologies like connected clients (Windows 7 operating system, Windows Internet Explorer browser, and Microsoft Silverlight browser plug-in) to cloud services (Windows Live and Azure Services Platform). Visit Session Builder for more information.
June 19, 2009
Microsoft Dynamics Track
In today’s economic climate, remaining profitable means delivering business value. That’s why you should attend the Microsoft Dynamics track to get the latest insight into how you can leverage Microsoft Dynamics business management software to solve customers’ immediate business challenges. Interactive breakout sessions let you actively engage with executives to get a clear understanding of emerging opportunities. And you’ll be among the first to learn about the new Microsoft Dynamics partner strategy, an initiative designed to help you increase sales excellence and profitability. Search for Dynamics in the Schedule Builder to learn more. Visit Session Builder for more information.
June 19, 2009
Software-plus-Services Track
The Software-plus-Services Track explores the opportunities with the Azure Services Platform business model. Learn more about how you can open additional revenue streams by reselling hosted Microsoft Unified Communication solutions. And get advice about how to guide your customers through the software-plus-services decision-making process. Visit Session Builder for more information.
June 19, 2009
Systems Integrators Track
Systems integrators finally have a track for their business. With your focus on solution selling and consulting, your opportunity is unique. Your organization must be agile, relevant, and smart. You’ll want to attend this track if you’re a small to midsize systems integrator and are striving to be smarter with your business, and you want to fully leverage your partnership with Microsoft. Visit Session Builder for more information.
June 17, 2009
WPC09 Reserved Hotel Rates Closing June 22
Register today to take advantage of these exclusive rates before they’re gone.
June 16, 2009
Don’t Miss The Future of UX, a Digital Agency session
Digital Agency partners: Register for WPC09 now to be sure you’re there for Bill Buxton’s informative session, The Future of UX, Thursday, July 16, 4:30 - 5:30 P.M. Central Time. Bill Buxton is a principal researcher at Microsoft, columnist on design and innovation for BusinessWeek.com, and author of the book Sketching User Experiences.
June 16, 2009
Microsoft’s New Partner Program Launches at WPC
The Microsoft Partner Program is evolving. At this year’s conference, we’re launching the Microsoft Partner Network, a community based on our continued commitment to serve the needs of our partners and help them reach their full business potential. The Microsoft Partner Network will provide:
- Opportunities to strengthen partner technical, sales and marketing capabilities.
- Expertise to help partners capture business opportunity with customers during the biggest launch wave in Microsoft history.
- Communities that spark innovation and connection.
- A collaborative environment where we can work together to create leading-edge solutions that drive profitability and sustain competitive advantage.
We’ll share more details about the Microsoft Partner Network at WPC, so be sure to join us.
June 15, 2009
WPC Award Winners and Finalists to be Announced June 22
The winners and finalists in the WPC awards program have been selected! Look for the announcement on June 22. On that day, you can view the complete list on the WPC awards page.
June 14, 2009
Multiple-Partner WPC Discount
Register for WPC today to take advantage of a multiple-partner discount. Companies sending three or more attendees to WPC may qualify. The third attendee through the tenth attendee from the same company paying full registration fee (US$1795) will receive a US$400 discount. Refunds will be processed after the event.
June 14, 2009
Stephen Elop to Deliver Vision Keynote on Monday, July 13
One of the reasons you’re coming to WPC is to learn about new ways to deliver value to your customers. That’s why you’ll want to be there for the vision keynote address from Stephen Elop, president of the Microsoft Business Division. He’ll share exciting details about upcoming innovations in business productivity software and services, including the next release of the Microsoft Office system and related products. You’ll also hear how partners like you have driven momentum over the past year for Office, Microsoft Office SharePoint, Unified Communications and Microsoft Dynamics.
June 14, 2009
MS101 Course Cancelled
The MS101 course scheduled for July 12 at WPC in New Orleans has been cancelled. It will now be available in Redmond, Washington at different times throughout the year. Upcoming course dates include:
- September 8-11,2009
- December 14-17, 2009
Register to attend a Microsoft Partner MS101 course
June 9, 2009
Making WPC Environmentally Sustainable
Microsoft understands how the impact that the operations of a major conference can have on the environment, society, and the economy. With these principles in mind, Microsoft is taking more steps than ever before to help ensure that WPC 2009 is as environmentally friendly and sustainable as possible. More...
June 4, 2009
Enter the Windows 7 + YOU = Success: What’s Your Story? Video Contest
You’re excited about the features and capabilities of the Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) operating system. And you’re already counting the opportunities it can open for your business. The Windows 7 + YOU = Success: What’s Your Story? is your chance to tell the whole world.
Create a short video that showcases your Windows 7 RC story. You’ll be eligible to compete with other Microsoft partners for a chance to win a laptop (Dell Latitude E4300 or equivalent) powered by Windows 7, as well as prominent display of your video at this year’s WPC. Visit the video contest website for entry details and official rules. And be sure to get your video entered by the June 26 deadline!
June 4, 2009
Attend the U.S. Partners Track on July 16
U.S. Partners: Join this exciting track on July 16, packed with more than 25 sessions to help you align to Microsoft U.S. marketing investments. And make plans to drop by our Build Your Business networking session, July 16, 1:30-5:30 P.M. You’ll be able to sit down with Microsoft U.S. leaders and their teams to exchange ideas and work together to build plans to develop new revenue streams, win competitively, and create customer solutions that drive sales. Visit the Session Builder for more information.
June 4, 2009
Visit the Solution Accelerators Booth at WPC
More than 60 percent of partners use Solution Accelerators in their engagements. Visit the Solution Accelerators booth at WPC to find out why. You’ll get to see demos for tools that can help you assess hardware readiness for Windows 7 migration.
June 4, 2009
LARs, Distributors, and SAM Partners
Distributors: Attend this track to get a clear understanding of the Channel Incentives program, how it affects your business, and the strategic plan to jointly improve business. Large account resellers (LARs) and software asset managers (SAMs): you’ll learn about the recent updates to the Enterprise Software Advisor program and how to leverage it to your advantage. You’ll receive resources and guidance about updating your business model, as well as learning best practices for finding and retaining Enterprise Agreement customers. And discover how key product launches can help you grow your business.
June 3, 2009
Stephen M. R. Covey to Speak Tuesday, July 14
Be there Tuesday, July 14, 2:00-3:00 P.M. or 5:00-6:00 P.M. for New York Times bestselling author Stephen M. R. Covey’s dynamic speech, Leading in Crisis. Hear the business case for trust to help leaders lower costs, speed results, and increase profits and influence during this time of crisis. Leaders can learn to restore trust and confidence by exhibiting 13 behaviors common to all high-trust leaders around the world. Attend this event to discover how making trust your strategic advantage will accelerate growth, enhance innovation, improve collaboration and execution, and increase shareholder value.
