Visit the Windows Server 2008 Sales Accelerator to get training resources and great sales tools to help you accelerate your server business today. PLUS everyone who participates by June 30th, will be eligible for OEM SalesCenter vouchers** valued at up to $75 and a chance to win an Amax Cube Case Windows Home Server**!
Here's are the details from the press release that went out this morning.
Slated for general availability later this year, Windows Essential Server Solutions are much easier for small and midsize companies to implement and manage than separate products. In response to customer and partner feedback, Windows Essential Server Solutions provide flexible pricing and licensing that offer substantial cost savings over purchasing individual products like those included in the solutions. Examples of licensing improvements over the current Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 product include these:
- Customers will be able to purchase single client access licenses (CALs), so they will pay only for the exact number of employees using the product.
- Customers can cost-effectively purchase a mix of Standard or Premium CALs, as appropriate to the technologies that individual employees are using.
- CALs now apply to other copies of Windows Server, SQL Server or Exchange Server on the network, eliminating the need to purchase additional CALs.
Also, Small Business Server 2008 Premium Edition includes additional Windows Server 2008 Standard technologies with SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition for Small Business, making it an ideal platform for critical business applications.
Windows Essential Server Solutions pricing* is as follows:
- Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition software, including five CALs, $1,089 (U.S.); additional CALs $77 each (U.S.)
- Windows Small Business Server 2008 Premium Edition software, including five CALs, $1,899 (U.S.); additional CALs $189 each (U.S.)
- Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Standard Edition software, including five CALs, $5,472 (U.S.); additional CALs $81 each (U.S.)
- Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Premium Edition software, including five CALs, $7,163 (U.S.); additional CALs $195 each (U.S.)
Microsoft also today announced rebates of up to $200 (U.S.) for solution provider partners configuring Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 for their clients who acquire the software and purchase Software Assurance within a certain time period. With Software Assurance, customers will receive the upgrade to Small Business Server 2008 at no additional cost when it is available, as well as access to support, tools and training. Terms and conditions of the rebates are available at http://www.SBSrebate.com.
More information about the products, pricing and beta customer feedback is available at http://www.microsoft.com/ess. More information for journalists is available at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/presskits/serversolutions.
When your customers purchase a PC preinstalled with a qualified version of Windows Vista Ultimate from now through June 30th 2008, they will be eligible to receive a US$50 Rewards Check redeemable exclusively through your business! Learn more and tell your customers about it today!
Get an Extra US$50 in Sales with every PC Preinstalled with a Qualified Version of Windows Vista Ultimate through the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Program*
That’s right. When your customers purchase a PC preinstalled with a qualified version of Windows Vista Ultimate between April 7th and June 30th 2008, they will be eligible to receive a US$50 Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Check redeemable exclusively through your business!
The US$50 Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Check can be used to purchase any goods or services excluding Microsoft software and hardware, and can be redeemed up to 10 times per customer. So why wait? Tell your customers about the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Program today!
It’s important that you understand the offer and are able to articulate the process your customers will need to take to receive the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Check. Customers must follow each of the steps below.
Between April 7th and June 30, 2008 customers must acquire a PC preinstalled with a qualified version of Windows Vista Ultimate. Not all versions of Windows Vista Ultimate will qualify so be sure to review the eligible part numbers available from www.localpcbuilder.com/UltimateRewards.
Customers will need to submit a completed Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards coupon available for download at www.localpcbuilder.com/UltimateRewards. NOTE: Partners should print and keep coupons on hand to distribute to purchasing customers at time of PC purchase.
Customers will need to submit the following proof of purchase for each PC purchased preinstalled with a with a qualifying version of Windows Vista Ultimate:
- The original front page of the OEM Windows Vista Ultimate Manual. Examples of what these look like are found at www.localpcbuilder.com/UltimateRewards.
- A copy of the sales receipt or invoice that shows the date, store location, Windows Vista Ultimate purchase, and PC purchase. Download the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards coupon.
Customers must mail the completed Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards coupon and all required proof of purchase in the same envelope within 30 days of the date of purchase to:
Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Promotion
PO Box 750643
Promotion number 497-08-503
El Paso, TX 88575-0643
Take advantage of our ready-to-use marketing materials and inform your customers about the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards Program today.
To Partner Marketing Materials: These materials have been created with resellers in mind. Use them to discuss the value of the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards program. These materials are:
Through Partner Marketing Materials: These materials have been created with your customers in mind. Use them to communicate directly with your customers the value of the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards program. These materials are:
Two new flyers are also available on the OEM Customizer under Windows Vista SP1. Use these flyers to advertise directly to your home and small business customers the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards program!
Don’t wait. Tell your customers about the Windows Vista Ultimate Rewards program today.
View the official terms and conditions.
WPC: 2008 SMALL & MIDSIZE BUSINESS PARTNER FORUM AND SMB TRACK
Register for the third annual Microsoft Small and Midsize Business Partner Forum (formerly known as the Small Business Symposium). This year, for the first time ever, the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference will include an end-to-end experience for partners focused on the small- and midsize-business market segment. We’ll feature a one-day interactive event on July 7, as well as a new small- and midsize-business track throughout the entire Worldwide Partner Conference, taking place July 7-10 in Houston.
SBSC partners can take advantage of special discount WPC pricing of USD$1395 (full conference fee is USD$1795) – details, special registration code and link to the registration tool can be found online. Partners using the special registration code will be automatically registered for the SMB Partner Forum on July 7th.
The Small and Midsize Business Partner Forum, held on the first day of the conference, is a networking and learning event for Microsoft Small Business Specialists and other SMB-focused technology providers who want to strengthen their small-business practices. During the interactive one-day Small and Midsize Business Partner Forum—and through the first-ever small- and midsize-partner track held throughout the Worldwide Partner Conference--you’ll have the chance to gain insight on how to balance customer needs with your own growth objectives.
When you attend the Worldwide Partner Conference and the Small and Midsize Business Partner Forum, you can:
- Learn strategies from industry experts to help you effectively focus your time, increase your business value, and grow your business.
- Hear from Microsoft executives about the company’s direction in the small- and midsize-business marketplace.
- Interact with your peers and learn successful best practices that you can implement in your business.
- Prepare for the upcoming launch of Windows Small Business Server 2008.
- Build core skills and strategies that align with the small- and midsize-business segment.
Virtualization is one of the hottest technologies on today's IT landscape. It is estimated that more than 75 percent of Microsoft customers are currently using or evaluating virtualization in their IT infrastructure.
Microsoft offers a rich set of technologies to enable virtualization solutions across server workloads and desktop applications, and enables IT to manage virtual and physical servers in a familiar, common environment that reduces system complexity and improves operating efficiency. The sessions in this series provide partners with an overview of the Microsoft’s virtualization server, desktop, and management offerings which partners can leverage to help customers control costs, improve availability, and drive agility.
Here is the link https://training.partner.microsoft.com/plc/search_adv.aspx?ssid=65ce4c19-7416-49c9-bd30-0cb05203a176&isMetaTagRefreshed=true and short descriptions of the Web Casts! Check these out!
Building New Revenue Streams with Windows Server 2008 - Terminal Services
- 1 Hour
- Building New Revenue Streams with Windows Server 2008 - Terminal Services Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services can help you to better serve your small and medium sized custmers by enabling them to better connect to key applications from anywhere, while helping them protect critical data by removing it from laptop hard drives. This session will cover in detail and with demonstrations the new features of Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services (TS Gateway, TS RemoteApp(TM), TS Web Access
Essential Tools to Win Virtualization Projects – Microsoft Virtualization Solution Accelerators
- 1 Hour
- Essential Tools to Win Virtualization Projects – Microsoft Virtualization Solution Accelerators Are your customers ready for Virtualization? Use the newly released Microsoft Virtualization Solution Accelerators, a collection of free automated tools and technical guidance, to help you win more virtualization projects during pre-sales and complete them in less time. Presenter: Baldwin NG - Senior Product Manager Baldwin Ng is the Senior Product Manager for the Microsoft Solution
Managing Virtual Infrastructures with System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2007
- 1 Hour
- Managing Virtual Infrastructures with System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2007 Microsoft has several new virtualization technologies that are launching in the coming months. Want to learn more technical details about these technologies? This webcast will provide a technical overview of Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V, System Center Virtual Machine Manager, and SoftGrid Application Virtualization. Topics will include an architectural overview of all products, specific feature
Virtualization (Formerly SoftGrid) Overview
- 1 Hour
- Microsoft® Application Virtualization improves end user productivity and reduces the associated risks Presenter: Jameel Khalfan
Microsoft the Complete Virtualization Story
- 1 Hour
- Employing Virtualization technologies across the IT infrastructure is a major step towards a creating Dynamic IT environment. From reducing the utility expense in the data center to avoiding extensive application compatibility testing for desktop deployments, virtualization significantly improves the efficiency of IT operations. From streamlining backup to rapid disaster recovery, virtualization is a cornerstone of a robust business continuity strategy. And from rapid
Windows Server 2008 Virtualization and Licensing Update
- 1 Hour
- Windows Server 2008 Virtualization and Licensing Update Understand what is new with Windows Server licensing and pricing for 2008. Learn general licensing rules and requirements, virtualization rights, and new product updates for Windows Server 2008. Get up to speed with Windows Server licensing in order to understand how best to sell Windows Server 2008 to customers. Presenter: John Cullen - Product Manager
https://partner.microsoft.com/40058151
Keep up with the latest 2008 Worldwide Partner Conference information. And stay abreast of opportunities to network with thousands of other Microsoft partners and expand your business opportunities. Subscribe to the Worldwide Partner Conference RSS feed to receive updates and announcements—delivered instantly to your RSS reader.
What Is RSS?
What is RSS? Really Simple Syndication (RSS) technology enables you to automatically receive content from different websites in one place, so you don’t have to scour a range of resources to find pertinent information. When you subscribe to an RSS feed, you can save time because multiple news feeds are delivered to a single page through your RSS reader or aggregator, along with any other feeds to which you’ve subscribed. Learn more.
Putting Together (more) Choice, Value, and Simplicity
With up to $10 million partner subsidy dollars available to Microsoft Partner Program members, this one offer covers most of the core products and solutions you sell to your small- and medium-sized customers. It also gives you the opportunity to reach new and existing customers with a cost-effective way to acquire the latest Microsoft technology. Now, you can get higher payouts for the Windows Server and Small Business Server product group; Open License and Software Assurance coverage for SQL Server, Windows Server and Small Business Server product groups, and more Microsoft Project now that Open License for Project is now included.
* Applies to all qualifying purchases between Feb. 1, 2008 and June 27, 2008.
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Take advantage of this great offer and maximize savings!
The Big Easy Offer is the Microsoft Partner Subsidy program that covers most core products and solutions, delivering great value and flexibility for your business needs in one simple offer. With this offer, earn partner subsidy funds from Microsoft for qualifying purchases*. Then use your subsidy dollars to purchase additional products or services through the Microsoft partner of your choice and enrich your solution.
- This program scales to your business, offering incremental subsidies for qualifying purchases between February 1 and June 27, 2008. Service benefits could be deployment, training, assessments, or solutions to meet your line of business needs. Additional products may include software and/or hardware. Work with the qualified partner of your choice to determine the best solution for your business and get additional value through subsidized services and products.
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Choice
No two businesses need the exact same solution. The Big Easy offer helps you make the right choices for your business. Select the products you need to enhance your business and increase efficiencies, then apply subsidy dollars you earn towards additional services and products through the partner of your choice.
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Value
The Big Easy Offer provides a cost -effective way to purchase the latest Microsoft technology and delivers more value by helping you earn subsidy dollars on each of your qualifying purchases. You and your qualified Partner can use the Big Easy Calculator on this page to estimate your subsidy amount, make an informed purchase decision, and realize the value.
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Are you a Microsoft Partner?
Visit the Big Easy Partner Portal page for marketing resources, best practices and ready to go solutions to grow your business.
When customers face business challenges, they turn to technology for the solution. By installing the 2007 Microsoft Office system and the Windows Vista operating system on customers' desktops, you can help address many of their business challenges. These platforms help simplify how people work together, protect and manage content, enable efficient access to information, improve business insights, and help reduce IT costs. With these solutions in place, the employee is empowered to drive the success of their business.
Targeted to small through midsize-business customers, this initiative is a complete marketing campaign that you can leverage to jointly promote the value of Office Professional Plus 2007 and Windows Vista Business on customers' desktops. Get started below!
Check out these additional resources to help engage enterprise and midsize business decision makers (BDMs) and technical decision makers (TDMs) who are evaluating Windows Vista deployment through upgrades or new PC purchases. With 88 million Windows Vista licenses already in market, it's clear that global adoption is well underway. However, the opportunity to provide upgrade and deployment services is just beginning. Now is the perfect time to engage customers and introduce them to the benefits of Windows Vista.
Want to Upgrade and Save? Office 2007 Enterprise & Windows Vista SP1 Enterprise
Want to upgrade customers to the next level? Check out resources designed to increase awareness of Microsoft Office Enterprise 2007, Windows Vista Enterprise with Service Pack 1, Software Assurance Benefits, and the ability to purchase the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack for Software Assurance through the Open Value Program.
Start from the beginning with customers that are reluctant to make software upgrades a priority. Help them understand the competitive risks of holding on to aging IT investments by promoting the new and improved application suites, business tools, server platforms, and services included in The 2007 Microsoft Office system. Use these resources to help you build a convincing argument for deploying the 2007 Microsoft Office system.
Yesterday, Microsoft launched three new Online Technical Communities in International English, including exclusive communities for ISV and Web Solution Partners, Gold Certified and Certified Partners, and MAPS subscribers. The Online Technical Communities provide free online technical support service to partners and are staffed weekdays by Microsoft support professionals to answer technical questions.
These new Online Technical Communities add to a collection of communities already available for Partners on several topics. Now, you will find Online Technical Communities for:
- Microsoft Gold Certified and Certified Partners
- Small Business Specialists
- Windows Vista Online Technical Community
- Microsoft ISV and Web Solution Partners
- Online Technical Communities for All Partner Levels
- Microsoft Action Pack Subscribers
- OEM System Builders
Check these Online Technical Communities today to start taking advantage of these resources available to you as a valued Microsoft Partner.
For those of you waiting for SP1, you can get it now on Windows Update!
Windows Vista Service Pack 1 is an update to Windows Vista that addresses feedback from our customers. In addition to previously released updates, SP1 contains changes focused on addressing specific reliability and performance issues, supporting new types of hardware, and adding support for several emerging standards. Windows Vista SP1 also addresses some management, deployment, and support challenges.
Windows Vista SP1 is available in English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Other languages will be made available soon.
Microsoft strongly recommends using Windows Update to download and install Windows Vista SP1 on single PCs:
- The download size from Windows Update of Windows Vista SP1 for x86 is 65 MB (compared to 450 MB from the Microsoft Download Center).
- The download size from Windows Update of Windows Vista SP1 for x64 is 125 MB (compared to 745 MB from the Microsoft Download Center).
- Windows Update will recognize PCs with known problematic drivers and postpone downloading Windows Vista SP1 until the PC has updated drivers or other applicable updates. Using Windows Update will help ensure you have the most trouble-free update experience possible.
- Some Windows Vista users may encounter an issue with a small set of hardware devices that may not function properly after updating a Windows Vista PC to Windows Vista SP1. This is an issue with the way the device drivers were re-installed during the Windows Vista SP1 update process, not with the drivers themselves—these drivers worked on Windows Vista RTM and they work on Windows Vista SP1. This problem is typically corrected by simply uninstalling and reinstalling the driver. We are working with the manufacturers of these devices to get the known problematic drivers and their install programs updated, and also on other solutions we can use to ensure a smooth customer experience when updating to Windows Vista SP1 using Windows Update. For new PCs provisioned with Windows Vista SP1, this is not an issue.
- If you choose to install Windows Vista SP1 via the standalone installer available on the Microsoft Download Center, Microsoft advises that you first visit Windows Update and install all optional drivers. Read Knowledge Base Articles 948187 and 948343 for more information.
- If you have a prior version of the Windows Vista SP1 beta installed, you must uninstall it prior to installing the final version. Use the Control Panel applet "Programs and Features" and select "View installed updates" from the top left of the task pane. Under Windows, look for "Service Pack for Windows (KB936330).
Show your customers how far their IT budget can go when they take advantage of this limited time offer from Microsoft Financing. From April 1, 2008 – June 27, 2008, Microsoft is offering a rate special of 6.99% for financed transactions of $100,000 to $500,000. This offer is good for your customer’s total IT solution including software, services and hardware. It's simple to use the Microsoft Financing 6.99% promotion:
•Use the payment calculator to determine customer payments.
•Complete the customer proposal using the convenient template.
•Include the customer promotion flyer (insert hyperlink to Best Rate flyer) with your proposal.
Get started with Microsoft Financing today. Need help? Visit: https://www.microsoftfinancing.com/ContactUs.aspx
Promotion at a Glance*
•Limited time 6.99% special rate
•Available for transactions of $100,000 - $500,000 annual billings
•For EAs, the total transaction range is $300,000 - $1,500,000
•Application must be received, approved and closed between April 1, 2008 –June 27, 2008
•Can be combined with other Microsoft Financing Ooffers
6.99% Special Rate Promotion Terms and Conditions
•Available for a 36-month loan term only.
•All Microsoft products and licenses are eligible for the promotion. In addition, partner services and other products required to implement a Microsoft technology solution are eligible, including Microsoft Software Assurance and MBS Service/Enhancement Plans. Microsoft Financing requires that you have at least one Microsoft component in the total financed solution to be eligible.
•Offer valid on contracts closed between April 1, 2008 and June 27, 2008.
•Available in the US and Canada.
•Rates subject to change.
•Subject to customer credit approval.
* All figures are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect current rates and pricing. Rates are valid for eligible credit approved transactions completed between April 1, 2008 – June 27, 2008, and are subject to change by Microsoft Financing. This rate special is available only on the 36-month loan term. Microsoft Financing requires that you have at least one Microsoft component in the total financed solution to be eligible. Offer valid on contracts closed between April 1, 2008 and June 27, 2008. Available in the US and Canada. Rates subject to change. Subject to customer credit approval. Available for both Enterprise Agreements (EAs) and non-EAs. EA total deal size range is $300,000 - $1,500,000 ($100,000 - $500,000 annual billings). Microsoft is a trademark of the Microsoft companies. The Microsoft Financing marks are used by CIT Technology Financing Services, Inc. under license.
Microsoft Small Business PC campaign helps you drive sales to this growing customer segment. Help small businesses address key productivity and security issues by offering the complete PC. Take advantage of customizable marketing materials and special promotional offers to grow your business.
Windows Vista Resource Center
With the release of Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 (SP1), there has never been a better time to preinstall genuine Windows Vista Ultimate with SP1 together with Windows Live OneCare, and Windows Live services.
Offer the ultimate PC experience while you open the door to up-sell and cross-sell opportunities for your business.
Attend the Windows Vista SP1 + Windows Live "Better Together" Webcast now available on-demand.
Eric Ligman posted this Blog and I thought this was one to sharing. It really tells a great story and I wanted to share this one with all Partners out there! Enjoy this one!
http://blogs.msdn.com/mssmallbiz/archive/2008/04/10/8374189.aspx
"Did you ever think you would see me say that? Well, that’s what I am saying to you today, with just one slight clarification. That slight clarification being the end of the statement above that was not included. What the full statement is, “Why you should stop selling or buying Software Assurance through the Open Business Program.”
I write this post based on several conversations I have had with Partners as well as some comments/questions I received about my, “What are the various Open License Programs and how do they fit together?” post. The questions I received went something like this, “You say that Open Value is the program for people who want Software Assurance (SA) and that Open Business isn’t. Isn’t Software Assurance available through Open Business too?” The answer to the question is, “Yes, Software Assurance part #s are listed in Open Business; however, ever since the launch of Open Value back in 2001, you should be selling/buying the Software Assurance items through Open Value/Open Value Subscription, NOT Open Business. So, the Open Business part #s should be one of those items that just never get used.”
Why is it that I make this statement? It is quite simple really. If I were to tell you that if you paid me a dollar, I would let you choose between two boxes: Box 1 contains 2 items & Box 2 contains both of the items in Box 1 plus many more. Which would you choose? Box 2, of course, since it gets you much more for the same dollar, right? Well, that is what we are talking about with Software Assurance through Open Business and Open Value/Open Value Subscription. Let me show you:
- On an annual basis, a year of Software Assurance through Open Business and Open Value cost the same
- Open Value/Open Value Subscription provides additional price discounts through the Company-wide option. Open Business with SA does not.
- Open Value/Open Value Subscription provides free media on initial order and whenever new versions are released. Open Business with SA does not.
- Open Value/Open Value Subscription provides the ability to spread payments over the term of the agreement, no interest or finance charges. Open Business with SA does not.
- Open Value provides the ability to add items to the original agreement with 1, 2, or 3 years remaining SA coverage to better map to time left in your agreement. Open Business with SA does not.
- For instance, it is a fact that Software Assurance is only sold in a 2 year SKU through Open Business. This means that if your client has an Open Business Agreement that is one year old and they add an item with Software Assurance to it, they are paying the 2 year SKU price; however, their Software Assurance coverage only lasts until the end of their agreement (1 year). In essence, you basically double-charged your client. Did you tell them that? If they had an Open Value agreement instead, you could have sold them the 1 year remaining SA SKU if they only had one year left on their Open Value agreement. That way, when they add SA SKUs to their Open Value Agreement, they are only paying for as many years as are left on the Open Value Agreement. This means you just saved your client money.
- Open Value/Open Value Subscription provides access to promotions and rebate dollars, such as the Big Easy Partner Subsidy promotion. Open Business with SA does not.
- Open Value/Open Value Subscription can provide training vouchers for companies with 50 PCs or more through SA. Open Business with SA does not.
- Open Value provides the option to subscribe to software vs. buying licenses (through Open Value Subscription). Open Business with SA does not.
- Open Value/Open Value Subscription provides you rebate dollars through the Open Value VAR Rebate program. Open Business with SA does not.
- Employee purchase program is included in Open Value Company-wide and Open Value Subscription agreements. There is no option for Employee purchase program for Open Business with SA.
- In fact, there is nothing included in Open Business with SA that is not included in Open Value; however, there is a lot included in Open Value that is not included in Open Business, all for the same annual SA cost. Plus, don't be surprised if you see the differences increase even more as time goes on.
So to be very clear, no, Open Business is not the program to purchase or sell SA through. It is designed for Businesses that want Volume Licensing rights and do NOT want Software Assurance. Open Value and Open Value Subscription are designed for Businesses that want Software Assurance. Which means, getting back to my original statement, “you should stop selling or buying Software Assurance through the Open Business Program.” Instead, you should buy and sell all Software Assurance through the Open Value/Open Value Subscription programs to ensure you and you clients are getting and offering so much more for every dollar spent on Software Assurance.
Thank you and have a wonderful day,
Eric Ligman
Microsoft US Senior Manager
Small Business Community Engagement
This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights
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If you are serious about managed services in your practice or want to learn how to implement it into your practice, here is a great learning opportunity. Eric Simpson, who has spoken on the TS2 Circuit and helped us develop some great content for our events is delivering a Web Cast you should check out. After all, all you could do is learn and potentially grow your business...
Leveraging strong authentication to reduce business and technical risk to MSP environments.
Join us for our next live Managed Services Webinar on Wednesday, April 9th at 8:00am PST, where our special guest will be our good friend Dana Epp, President of Scorpion Software and creator of AuthAnvil - a , who will discuss with us the inherent risk to MSPs and their clients when it comes to shared administrative credentials for servers, workstations and networked devices.
In 2006, 2007 and 2008 Dana has been honored with the award and distinction of "Microsoft Windows Security MVP" for his work and expertise in Windows security and continues to provide leadership in the community in regards to the application of information security principles and practices into software development and use.
As a computer security software architect, Dana has spent the last 15 years focusing on computer programming with a particular emphasis on security engineering to offer a safer computing environment for small business.
As a special bonus - all attendees will receive a FREE AUDIOBOOK DOWNLOAD OF OUR BEST-SELLING BOOK: The Best I.T. Sales & Marketing BOOK EVER! -
a $59.99 value!
AS AN EXTRA SPECIAL BONUS - all attendees will be entered into a live drawing to win an Authanvil Starter Kit: Includes 5 Scorpion Software AuthAnvil Tokens and a 1 year subscription to RWW-Guard - an $875 value!
CLICK HERE to register for this Webinar on Wednesday, April 9th at 8:00am PST
In this webinar we will discuss the inherent risk to MSPs and their clients when it comes to shared administrative credentials for servers, workstations and networked devices. We will explore how to reduce these risks to acceptable levels with Scorpion Software's AuthAnvil Strong Authentication System. Demonstrating the benefits of proxied delegation, we will show how MSPs can manage employee authentication to customer systems from a central location, and learn how to quickly revoke their access from all sites simultaneously when they leave or change roles in your company.
During this Webinar, attendees will:
· Learn how identity assurance is important to positively identify who is logging into managed resources
· Understand the best practices in managing strong authentication across multiple client sites
· Discover how to use proxied delegation to provide centrally managed authentication and provide simultaneous revocation when needed
· Discuss how AuthAnvil can save you time and money through fewer non-billable hours when having to deal with HR issues of your IT admin staff
· Learn how AuthAnvil can be further leveraged to protect other sensitive resources like your webmail, VPN and line of business web applications, including MSP management systems like Kaseya and Level Platforms.
There will be a Q&A session immediately following the presentation. CLICK HERE to register.
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