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This blog will be a primary way for our Microsoft Partners to follow up on questions that needed research during my TS2 Partner Seminars across the United States.

December 2005 - Posts

Check out the 2005 Santa Tracker!

Santa Tracker

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Posted Saturday, December 24, 2005 12:07 PM by donroe | 8 comment(s)

Windows Server System Midsize Business Promotion
Save 20% on Windows Server System Software for Midsize Businesses
Help your customers take advantage of 20% savings on the Windows Server System, including Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Exchange Server 2003, and Operations Manager 2005 Workgroup Edition, through a new promotional SKU. This easy-to-purchase package is designed specifically to meet the needs of midsize businesses (50–250 PCs) for core infrastructure transformation and offers your customers an affordable way to obtain a more secure, well-managed infrastructure, while helping them reduce their operational costs and complexity. The SKU is offered only through Microsoft Open licensing and is also included in the new Open Value licensing, which provides the additional benefits of Software Assurance and technical support. Offer expires June 30, 2006.
Read the Promotion FAQ and download a partner fact sheet to learn more and to find the SKU numbers. Read the Top 11 Reasons to promote this offer to your customers.
Order Now
Contact your current Microsoft Authorized Distributor to order this promotional SKU now. If you do not have a current Microsoft Authorized Distributor, find one now.

Posted Saturday, December 24, 2005 11:48 AM by donroe | with no comments

Training Still available...
For the first 75 partners that respond, I will provide a voucher for FREE 90-day access to our Microsoft Official E-Learning Library.  Normally, this would cost roughly around $350.00.  Yours free if you are one of the first 75 partners to respond.  Also, as a bonus, the first 5 to respond will get 6 Microsoft posters for your office or shop.  Send your response to donroe@microsoft.com

Posted Friday, December 23, 2005 1:35 PM by donroe | with no comments

Don will return to TS2 seminars in March!
I have been working on a special project and will be doing so until March.  I will begin delivering TS2 seminars again in March, 2006.  See you then!!!!!

Posted Friday, December 23, 2005 1:30 PM by donroe | with no comments

Happy Holidays!
Thanks to everyone that has visited this blog during the past year!  I hope all of you have a happ and safe holiday season.

Posted Friday, December 23, 2005 1:28 PM by donroe | with no comments

TS2 Q3 (Jan-Mar) Presentation Agenda

Microsoft Dynamics CRM 3.0 Small Business Edition - Discover Microsoft Dynamics CRM 3.0. It’s the latest product targeted specifically for the small business market to help our partners identify revenue opportunities with their customers since Microsoft Small Business Server. During the interactive session, you’ll learn more about Microsoft Dynamics 3.0 Small Business Edition through live product demos, product updates and learn how position the product to your customers in the small business segment.

 Shared PC Toolkit - Enhance security to your customers with public internet access. Join us for the Shared PC Toolkit session where you’ll learn how to easily secure public internet access stations such as schools, libraries, internet cafes or businesses with public users. The session will demonstrate how to easily tighten security quickly and prevent downtime and reconfiguration on publicly, high trafficked used Windows XP personal computers.

 Enhanced Windows Mobility with Exchange SP2 - Experience the Windows Mobility solution. See how Windows Mobile combines the connectivity of a wireless phone with the power and familiarity of a Windows PC experience using the Windows Small Business Server platform to bring users an advanced mobile technology experience to serve growing business needs.  During this session, you’ll learn how Microsoft Exchange SP2 and the messaging and security feature pack for mobile 5.0 affords users direct push for immediate mail, GAL lookup to allow for easier triage mail, and the latest security features that prevent automatic lockout and remote data wipe.

Posted Friday, December 23, 2005 1:10 PM by donroe | with no comments

Small Business is Big Business
If you specialize in small business solutions using Microsoft technology, become a Small Business Specialist. You will be able to use the Small Business Specialist logo, increase your visibility in Microsoft partner directories, and gain access to specialized training and readiness opportunities that can help you grow your business.   Learn more at:
 

Posted Friday, December 23, 2005 1:04 PM by donroe | with no comments

Partner Offerings....check them out!
Technical Offerings  Find all training for your competency  
Application Development with SQL Server 2005 and Visual Studio 2005
Migrating Databases to Microsoft® SQL Server 2005
Microsoft® BizTalk® Server 2006 QuickStart Workshop - For a limited time, register a Peer for FREE!
Aligning Microsoft Solutions with Business Needs - Sales Seminar
Microsoft® Messaging and Mobility on Windows®
Small Business Specialist – Certification Prep Workshop
--> --> Migrating Novell Netware to Windows Server 2003 --> -->
Visual Studio 2005, Delivering Business Value Virtual Workshop
Building a Secure Well Managed Infrastructure Virtual Workshop - Series
Introduction to Windows Server™ 2003 R2
TS2 Wed on the Web: Troubleshooting SQL Server 2005 Performance Problems
What’s Next for ISV’s - Microsoft .NET
ISV Touchdown Web Seminar: Connected Systems for Architects
ISV Touchdown Web Seminar: What’s new for the .NET 2.0 CLR
ISV Touchdown Web Seminar: Windows Error Reporting
Total Tech Makeover for Small Businesses
Sales/Business Value Offerings  Find all training for your competency  
--> Building Winning Marketing Plans Marketing For Leads II --> --> -->
Information Worker Solutions
  • Introduction to Enterprise Project Management
  • SQL 2005 Licensing
    Solution Showcase: Improving the Recruiting Process Using Office System
    Solution Showcase: Increasing Care Management Capacity Using Microsoft Office System
    Solution Showcase: Building Financial Reporting Dashboards
    Windows Server System Offer for Midsize Businesses: New OLV Licensing and Beyond
    Re-Enrollment: Tips and Tricks to Help Gold and Certified Partners Prior To Your Anniversary Date
    Office Professional 2003 Partner Services Offer
    Get up to $10,000 in Services Revenue per Customer!
    "Windows Vista Value Proposition Part 1" Cost and Security Benefits of Windows Vista

    Posted Thursday, December 22, 2005 9:33 AM by donroe | with no comments

    Want Free Training?
    For the first 75 partners that respond, I will provide a voucher for FREE 90-day access to our Microsoft Official E-Learning Library.  Normally, this would cost roughly around $350.00.  Yours free if you are one of the first 75 partners to respond.  Also, as a bonus, the first 5 to respond will get 6 Microsoft posters for your office or shop.  Send your response to donroe@microsoft.com

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:31 PM by donroe | with no comments

    Partner Program Benefits!
    No matter what your business size, type, or area of focus, the Microsoft Partner Program offers benefits that will support you throughout all stages of your business cycle.
    The following table lists the current benefits by program level. Click on the links to find out more information on these benefits and how they can help your organization.*

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:24 PM by donroe | 1 comment(s)

    Field Guide to the Microsoft Partner Program
    Field Guide to the Microsoft Partner Program
    After considering the input of hundreds of partners in the field, we've updated the Microsoft Partner Program. It's the most powerful, most customizable program we've ever offered. Explore it, and you'll find tools and resources to help you excel.

    Find out how you can obtain the tools and resources these partners are using to become more successful . Learn more about joining the Microsoft Partner Program.

    Read what our partners around the world have to say about working with Microsoft.
    United States
    Canada
    United Kingdom

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:23 PM by donroe | with no comments

    Microsoft Solutions for Small and Medium Business
    Microsoft Solutions for Small and Medium Business
    Get the guidance you need for planning, building, operating, and supporting end-to-end IT solutions for small and medium businesses (SMB). Based on Microsoft software and complementary partner technologies, these solutions are designed for partners who want to provide their customers dependable, secure, and integrated IT solutions based on pre-tested and pre-configured designs.
    Program Overview
    The Microsoft Solutions for Small and Medium Business program consists of a series of solutions that are based on Microsoft products and complementary partner technologies, and are designed for different small and medium business market segments.
    • Peer-to-Peer Networking with Windows XP
      Designed for a server-less environment with up to ten users. The Peer-to-Peer Networking with Windows XP solution provides guidance on how to connect and configure computers and networks in a small office or a home office. This solution helps customers through the common tasks, answers questions they may have, and helps them avoid or troubleshoot problems that they may encounter. The solution is targeted at business users who use and install their own computer systems.
    • Small IT Solution
      (Small Business Server 2003 — Multi server scenario)
      The Small IT Solution is an entry-level solution into server-based computing for small businesses that are looking for high-value core information technology (IT) functionality that is affordable, secure, dependable, and easy-to-use. This solution is targeted at organizations with up to 50 users.
    • Small Business Solution Accelerator
      (Small Business Server 2003 — single server scenario)
      This is an entry-level solution into server-based computing for small businesses with up to 25 users. It offers integrated end-to-end prescriptive guidance for a small IT infrastructure environment that includes networking and SBS services such as file and print, messaging, collaboration, fax sharing, and remote web workplace.
    • Small IT Solution for Mobility
      The Small IT Solution for Mobility provides guidance to help deploy a mobility solution in the small IT environment. It uses Windows Mobile-based Pocket PC (Phone Edition) and Windows Mobile-based Smartphone devices. The solution requires Exchange Server that is a part of the Small Business Server deployed using the guidance provided in the Small IT Solution.
    • Medium IT Solution Series
      Designed for growing businesses that are progressively increasing the use of IT to empower employees and connect with customers. The solution provides greater flexibility in terms of IT design and the number of supported users. The solutions series is a collection of solutions and guides intended for medium-sized businesses with 50-250 users.

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:22 PM by donroe | with no comments

    Microsoft Marketing Services for Partners
    Looking for a quick, easy and cost effective way to reach prospective new customers? Marketing Services for Partners (formerly known as CCT and MBS Turnkey) can help you create and customize your marketing campaign. Plus, with our new List Broker Service, you can find new sales prospects based on a variety of criteria including business size, sales volume, location, credit rating, and type of business. This service will also enable you to download your purchased lists directly into your list library for use in your customized direct mail campaigns.
    The following are features available to you with Microsoft Marketing Services for Partners:
    • Build your mailers online: select the mailer you want, customize it, and view the results.
    • Create your own, unique call-to-action or offer.
    • Co-brand direct mailers with your company’s logo and your Microsoft Certified Partner logo.
    • Upload lists to a secure site: You can store unlimited mailing lists with your exclusive access to My Library.
    • List Broker Service allows you to rent prospect lists to use with your direct mail campaigns.
    • Track your success: My Campaigns provides you with convenient online access to your mailing history.
    Are you a first-time user of Microsoft Marketing Services for Partners? Please have your Microsoft Partner ID available when you create a new account.

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:21 PM by donroe | with no comments

    You asked for it, you got it!
    Get 10 Free Security Toolkit CDs for Small Business Customers
    Order 10 free “Small Business Computer & Network Security Toolkit” CDs for your small business customers. This CD provides straight-forward, easy-to-understand guidance on using technology more safely and confidently which can help keep your customer’s resources safe and secure.

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:19 PM by donroe | with no comments

    Microsoft U.S. Open License
     
    Select from the links below to download the latest Excel spreadsheets for U.S. Distributor Version Returns and Microsoft U.S. Open License Estimated Retail Price Lists.

    Note: Charity licensing is only available for an approved list of resellers, primarily Large Account Resellers (LARs). For a complete listing of approved resellers, please see the Open License Charity Resellers document on the Microsoft Licensing website.

    Posted Tuesday, December 20, 2005 12:17 PM by donroe | with no comments

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