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October 2006 - Posts

Learn more about Windows Business Server 2003R2 and Microsoft CRM 3.0 for Small Business. See how to demo the software with the Technical Demonstration Toolkit. It's all in the quarterly webcast on November 6. Sign up today!

Event Date:
11/6/2006

Presenter:
Eva Skidmore, Neal Wadhwani

Event Time:
11:00 AM Pacific, USA & Canada (DST) = GMT - 08:00

Duration:
60 minutes

Description:
Highlights for this quarter include how to sell Small Business Server R2 and how to use the Technology Demonstration Toolkit featuring R2, including an overview of special offers available to Small Business Specialists. In addition, we will feature Partner Opportunities with CRM 3.0 and a live Q&A session supported by technical product support specialists.

During this interactive Webcast, product experts will provide you with the information you need to use them internally to run your business – and more importantly – how to sell the products featured in the kit to your customers.

New to Action Pack? The Microsoft Action Pack Subscription features sales tools and internal-use software licenses designed to empower you to run your business more efficiently, train and educate your staff, and engage your customers with software demonstrations. More information at https://partner.microsoft.com/US/actionpack

Have specific questions? Please contact maps-na@microsoft.com

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Get ready for the launch of the next version of the Microsoft Office productivity platform. The 2007 Microsoft Office System includes new and improved suites, applications, servers and services. In this section, you will find Office news , product information , and training resources to help you capitalize on the partner opportunities around this new technology.

What’s New

The Office Compatibility Pack allows backward compatibility, so that previous versions of Office can open and save files in the new file format.

Be Compatible

News and Announcements

Maximize your exposure with the 2007 Microsoft Office system Solution Drive.

Sign Up Today

2007 Microsoft Office System Broadcast

Launch the video

What’s New?

“Better Together” -- Windows Vista, the 2007 Office System, and Microsoft Exchange Server 2007

Learn how the combination of these exciting new technologies takes software to new heights.

Read the Whitepaper

Guide to the New User Interface

When planning the release of the 2007 Microsoft Office System, we took on the challenge of making the core Office applications easier to work with. The result of these efforts is a user interface that makes it easier for people to get more out of Office applications so they can deliver better results faster.

Explore the New User Interface

New Business Intelligence Capabilities

Jeff Raikes, president of the Microsoft Business Division, unveils the exciting roadmap for new business intelligence capabilities, starting with the release of Microsoft Office Business Scorecard Manager 2005.

Learn About New BI Capabilities

What’s New in Windows SharePoint Services

Learn about Windows SharePoint Services version 3 - what it offers as an application service for Windows Server 2003 and as a platform for 2007 Office SharePoint Servers.

See the Versatility of SharePoint

Guide to Office Open XML formats Architecture

By default, documents created in the next release of the Microsoft Office system of products will be based on new, XML-based file formats. These new formats are distinct from the binary-based file format that has been a mainstay of past Microsoft Office releases. The new Office XML formats will introduce a number of benefits not only to developers and the solutions they build, but also to individual users and organizations of all sizes.

See New XML Formats

See Open XML FAQs

 

Product Resources

2007 Microsoft Office System Suites

The 2007 Microsoft Office System will be available in seven different suites, catering for student, home, small business, and organizational use.

Learn About the 2007 Office Suites

2007 Microsoft Office Suites Comparison

Download this whitepaper and learn more about the major functionality differences between the 2007 Microsoft Office suites — Microsoft Office Standard 2007, Office Professional Plus 2007, and Office Enterprise 2007.

2007 Microsoft Office Suites Comparison

 

The Future of the Microsoft Office System

Get the latest news on the next release of Microsoft Office products. Find out what’s the horizon for the Office System, and see what role Business Intelligence will play.

The Future of Microsoft Office

2007 Microsoft Office System Servers

Are you ready for the 2007 Microsoft Office system release? Learn about the expansion of business opportunities with this new platform.

2007 Office System Servers

2007 Microsoft Office System Preview

Visit the 2007 Microsoft Office System preview site and explore the resources available. You can register to receive news and Beta information, take a video tour of the new user interface, learn about the product servers, programs and suites, and discover the benefits this exciting new technology will bring to the world of work.

Preview the 2007 Office System

2007 Microsoft Office System Programs

Learn more about the programs within the 2007 Microsoft Office System and how their features and functionality have changed from previous Office editions.

Learn About the 2007 Office Programs

2007 Microsoft Office System Tips and Tricks

Save time and work smarter. Find out more about the latest features and new components of the 2007 Microsoft Office system release.

2007 Office System Tips and Tricks

2007 Microsoft Office System FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the upcoming release of the 2007 Microsoft Office System.

See 2007 Office System FAQs

2007 Microsoft Office System: Plan and Deploy with Confidence

View this ongoing Webcast series to learn about new components for enterprise content management, enterprise project management, and business intelligence. Also, get information to help you plan, deploy, and integrate your system.

2007 Office System Planning and Deployment

 

Learn About It

Training for the 2007 Microsoft Office System

Take one of these online courses to get a head start on developing your sales and technical skills for the 2007 Microsoft Office System.

Start Training for the 2007 Office System

2007 Microsoft Office System Presentations

View these presentations to learn about the key features in the 2007 Microsoft Office system and how you can benefit from the partner opportunities surrounding the new platform.

View 2007 Office System Presentations

Upcoming 2007 Microsoft Office System Specializations

Are you ready for the 2007 Microsoft Office system release? Learn about the expansion of business opportunities with this new platform.

Upcoming 2007 Office System Specializations

2007 Microsoft Office System Partner Vision Presentation

This PowerPoint deck provides a high-level overview of the 2007 Microsoft Office system and a glimpse at future investment areas.

View Partner Vision Presentation

Get a Quickstart

Enroll in the Quickstart program and help drive robust 2007 Microsoft Office system Search solutions.

Quickstart for Search

Information Workers Solution Competency

Discover more about how the Information Worker Solutions Competency can help you get your share of the huge Partner services opportunities around the 2007 Microsoft Office System.

Learn About the IW Competency

 

Resources for Partners, ISVs, developers and IT Professionals

The 2007 Microsoft Office System is an advanced solution that includes clients, servers, services, and tools. Built around XML and a set of new extensibility technologies, it gives you the ability to build business applications, quickly and easily, that range from collaboration and enterprise content management to business intelligence and project management.

Find out more about resources for Partners

Find out more about resources for developers

Find out more about resources for IT professionals

Find out more about resources for small businesses

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This site is for MS Partners!  Some really good infor here!  https://partner.microsoft.com/US/launch

 

A new day is dawning … it’s coming, you’ve seen the signs — your customers are clamoring for Windows Vista™ , 2007 Microsoft® Office system, and Microsoft Exchange Server 2007. Launch Central prepares you to benefit from the rising demand with comprehensive launch resources. So take action — check here regularly for updated product, solution and readiness, and marketing campaign information, and get ready for a new day.

 

Get the Products

Download and install the latest versions of Windows Vista, Microsoft Office, and Exchange 2007 to prepare for rising customer demand. Check here for product updates.

Get Trained Today

Prepare yourself — participate in readiness activities to benefit from the rising customer demand. Check here for updated marketing and technical course listings.

Build and Showcase Your Solutions

Be part of the solution and shed new light on your capabilities. Build and profile your new Windows Vista, Microsoft Office, or Exchange 2007 solutions with the Solution Profiler. Here’s how:

Capitalize on Customer Demand

Harness customer excitement about the new Windows Vista, Microsoft Office, and Exchange Server products with custom campaign materials. Look for the new Ready-to-Go launch campaign on November 30.

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Have you ever looked that the variety of Pocket PC and Smartphone technologies and thought: “I wish I could offer my customers an integrated mobile email solution too” Well, you can! And the best part is that you don’t need to sell anything more than Small Business Server 2003. Every copy of Small Business Server 2003 includes Exchange Server 2003 and has the necessary technologies to support mobile access to email, contacts, calendar, and task information. Join us for this technical dive into what software components are necessary, how to configure proper access, and how to incorporate secure certificates. We will also show you how to use device emulators to deliver a compelling customer demo and discuss other benefits of the partner program.

Date:  11/15/2006

Time:  9:00 AM PST

Duration: 90 Minutes

Event Title: Virtual Partner Briefing powered by TS2: Mobile Email Access to Small Business Server and Partner Opportunities

Presenters: Fred Pullen and Suzanne Lavine

Register Here: http://www.msreadiness.com/WS_abstract.asp?eid=15004728

 

Date:  11/15/2006

Time:  4:00 PM PST

Duration: 90 Minutes

Event Title: Virtual Partner Briefing powered by TS2: Mobile Email Access to Small Business Server and Partner Opportunities

Presenters: Fred Pullen and Suzanne Lavine

Register Here: http://www.msreadiness.com/WS_abstract.asp?eid=15004729

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The Small Business Desktop Advantage enables your business to upgrade to the latest versions of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office software. By purchasing the Small Business Desktop Advantage now you will have access to Windows XP and Microsoft Office Small Business 2003 and have the opportunity to upgrade at no additional cost to Windows Vista and Microsoft Office Small Business 2007.

Act now and sign up below to receive the following:

  • A free tech assessment and information on the Small Business Desktop Advantage from a certified Microsoft small business specialist partner.*
  • A free business kit which includes demos, tips & tricks, and other useful information on Windows Vista and Microsoft Office Small Business 2007.†

*The tech assessment is available only to small businesses with less than 50 employees in the United States through December 31, 2006. The purpose of the assessment is to provide you with information you may find useful regarding upgrading to the latest version of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Small Business. The assessment is provided for informational purposes only. MICROSOFT AND ITS PARTNERS MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE ASSESSMENT. MICROSOFT AND ITS PARTNERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE ASSESSMENT.
†The business kit offer is available to the first 3000 small businesses that respond while supplies last. Offer is good only in the United States and ends December 31, 2006 or when supplies are depleted, whichever comes first. This offer is extended exclusively to small businesses with less than 50 employees. Limit one business kit per small business. Please allow 8-12 weeks for delivery. Any attempt to enter this promotion via any other Web site will be void.

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Partner Opportunity

New business opportunities don't come around every day. That's why the launch of the Windows Vista operating system is so significant. The largest technology release in a decade, Windows Vista is the next version of the flagship Windows product from Microsoft. Windows Vista is more secure, more reliable, easier to use, and has more potential to fuel your business success than any previous version of Windows.

Learn and win with Windows Vista 101

Windows Vista 101 will provide you with an overview of Windows Vista. Upon completion, you're qualified to enter the Windows Vista 101 Sweepstakes. You can win great prizes like media players, digital cameras, and even one of the new Ultra-Mobile PCs. To get started, sign in using your Microsoft Partner Program, Windows Live ID, or Passport account and then select the partner category that best describes your business.

After sign-in, you will also have access to many more Windows Vista resources to help your business get ready for this exciting launch.

The Windows Vista Demo Readiness Toolkit

The Windows Vista Partner Demo Readiness Toolkit (DRT) provides partners with a Windows Vista RC1 operating system, populated with settings and media to simulate an end-user PC experience. This powerful toolkit enables partners to familiarize themselves with the product to better demonstrate Windows Vista to their customers.
More about the DRT >

Coming soon: The DRT Challenge, create your own demos for a chance to win exciting prizes.

Download and install Windows Vista RC1

Microsoft is pleased to provide Windows Vista RC1 to current Customer Preview Program (CPP), MSDN, and TechNet subscribers. If you are not part of these programs, the CPP program will open soon for new participants. RC1 is the first release of Windows Vista that can be used by partners to get their products and solutions "Certified for Windows Vista." 

Here is the link if you are having any issues accessing this info:

http://microsoft.mrmpslc.com/windowsvistapartner/Default.aspx?ck=1

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The 2007 Microsoft Office system is an advanced solution that includes clients, servers, services, and tools for solution developers. Built around XML and a set of new extensibility technologies, it gives you the ability to quickly build business applications that range from collaboration and enterprise content management to business intelligence and project management. Come to this two-day technical workshop to learn how to take advantage of the enhanced intuitive design and improved features of the Beta 2 release of Microsoft Office to help you simplify today’s workplace challenges.

 

Dear Microsoft Partner,

Explore the development opportunities made available with Microsoft® Office 2007!
Attend Hands-On Development for The 2007 Microsoft Office System and learn how to take advantage of the enhanced intuitive design and improved features of the 2007 Microsoft Office system to help you simplify today’s workplace challenges.

Hands-On Development for The 2007 Microsoft Office System
This two-day course explores the development opportunities made available with Microsoft Office 2007. During this workshop, you will learn how to extend Office 2007 client applications, and how to leverage the new Open File Formats by writing custom code that reads, modifies, and generates Office documents in client applications and server-side components. The course will also show you how to use and extend the portal and Web content management features of Microsoft Office SharePoint® Server 2007 and other serverside components, such as the Business Data Catalog, Forms Services, Excel® Server, and Report Center.

Register Today!
Sign up for the course below to take advantage of the partner price of $175 (a $550 value). In addition, as a limited time offer, we would like to invite you to bring a colleague to this course for FREE!* Simply register yourself and your guest, and then enter RSVP code USPROFFDEV2F1 and pay for only one registration fee. If you have already registered for the class but would like to bring someone, log back in and add another registrant using the applicable RSVP code above.

For further information or to register for this event on when this workshop is coming to a city near you, please visit the U.S. Partner Readiness Website.

* SPECIAL OFFER: For a limited time only, for every registered attendee an additional attendee may register for free based on availability. This offer is nontransferable. This offer expires on November 17, 2006, and is not redeemable for cash. Discount will be applied at time of checkout.

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If your aim is to help customers access information on the go, and increase their productivity and responsiveness while reducing costs, then the Mobility Solutions competency is for you.

Benefits and Requirements

Find out more about the benefits, requirements, training, and certification exams needed to attain the Mobility Solutions competency.


Benefits


Software License Benefits


Requirements

Competency Enrollment

The Mobility Solutions competency is now available for enrollment. Start the MCP association or customer reference submission process.

Begin Enrollment

Program Support Materials

The worldwide Microsoft Partner Program supports technology businesses that use Microsoft software, either to build and distribute software or hardware solutions, or as the building blocks for value-added services. Visit the Program Support Materials page to download detailed Partner Program information, including program and enrollment guides.

Access Mobility Competency Exclusive Benefits

Mobility Solutions competency members have access to exclusive partner benefits. If you have already attained the Mobility Solutions competency, these benefits include:

  • Case study opportunities.

  • PR support.

  • Third-party industry research.

  • Mobility Solutions marketing kit.

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Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP is ready!   Today we are making the English version available as a free download.   Other languages will be available in the coming weeks.   To help our customers become more secure and up-to-date, we will begin distributing Internet Explorer 7 as a high-priority update via Automatic Updates in November.  In addition, Internet Explorer 7 (with protected mode capability) will ship in Windows Vista in 35 languages.

Internet Explorer 7 incorporates major advances like a streamlined interface, tabbed browsing, printing enhancements, RSS feeds, instant search capabilities, improved security, and much more.   We will offer free customer support for consumers.

Over the next six months, we expect millions of customers to upgrade to the new browser for a safer and easier online experience.

Download and install Internet Explorer 7 for any machines you that are not running Windows Vista on already (hint, hint).

Here are what some people are saying…

“If you've never used anything but Internet Explorer, you won't be able to wipe the grin off your face.”

                David Pogue, NY Times

“IE7 is a monumental improvement over IE6 in both security and functionality. [It] is a solid, feature-packed browser that all IE users should flock to immediately.”

                Paul Thurrott, Windows IT Pro

“I’ve spent the past few days looking at this build of IE7 and can recommend it enthusiastically.”

                Ed Bott, ZDNet.com

Spread the word!

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Report Available Here

Research firm Gartner, Inc., has placed Microsoft in the Leaders Quadrant of its 2006 Email Security Boundary Magic Quadrant. According to Gartner, Leaders are high-momentum vendors (based on sales and mind share growth) with proven track records in email security, as well as vision and business investments that indicate they're well positioned for the future.

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Overview

Microsoft will release the final version of Internet Explorer 7 (English) in October 2006. Internet Explorer 7 (IE7 ) provides significant enhancements in security, platform management, and usability. Microsoft recommends that all genuine Windows customers install this upgrade.
Shortly after it is released, Microsoft will distribute IE7 as a high-priority update through Automatic Updates to help consumers become more secure and up-to-date. However, to ensure that customers are prepared to upgrade, IE7 will not install without user consent. Microsoft recognizes that, as part of a managed deployment plan, some organizations may wish to block users from receiving IE7 through Automatic Updates and is providing an IE7 Blocker Toolkit.
IE7 runs on Windows XP Service Pack 2, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, and Microsoft Windows Server 2003. This announcement provides an overview of Microsoft resources and recommended actions that IT administrators should take to ensure their company's Web sites are ready for IE7 and that their browser-based applications will continue to work seamlessly with IE7.
This announcement updates previous information about Automatic Updates delivery released on July 26, 2006. For more information about IE7, please visit
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/updatemanagement/windowsupdate/ie7announcement.mspx, or contact your Microsoft sales or support account representative.


Key Delivery Details

October 2006 - target date for IE7 (English)

November 1, 2006 - date by which customers wishing to block Automatic Updates delivery of IE7 should have blocking measures in place

Note: Product quality will determine the final release date.


Call-to-Action for IT Administrators

To prepare for the release of IE7 in October and subsequent distribution through Automatic Updates, customers should:

1.  Use the IE7 Readiness Toolkit to prepare for the release of IE7

2.  Test and resolve any issues with their Web sites and applications using the Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit 5.0 (ACT 5.0).

3.  Determine if their organization is ready for IE7 or needs to delay deployment. Find information on deploying the nonexpiring IE7 Blocker Toolkit on our Web site.

About the Automatic Updates Delivery Process

To help minimize disruption, automatic delivery of IE7 includes the following provisions:

1.  Automatic Updates will notify users that an upgrade to Internet Explorer is available prior to starting installation.

2.  IE7 will not install until a user who is a local administrator accepts the update. (Users may also choose to decline installation or ask to be reminded to install later.)

3.  Microsoft has made available the IE7 Blocker Toolkit, which allows IT administrators to prevent users from receiving IE7 as a high-priority update from Automatic Updates and the Windows Update and Microsoft Update sites.

4.  Users will be able to roll back to Internet Explorer 6 by removing IE7 through the Windows Control Panel Add/Remove Programs utility.

Find additional details and screenshots of the notification process on our Web site.


Options for Blocking Automatic Delivery

Microsoft recognizes that organizations may wish to postpone deployment of IE7 (for example, to allow time for user training or additional testing of browser-based internal applications and Web sites). Organizations using Automatic Updates to keep their unmanaged computers current can take one or more of the following steps to prevent users from automatically receiving IE7:

1.  Download and deploy the IE7 Blocker Toolkit. The nonexpiring Blocker Toolkit includes both a Group Policy template and a script that sets a registry key to prevent Automatic Updates and the Windows Update and Microsoft Update sites from offering IE7 as a high-priority update. The Blocker Toolkit and FAQ were released on July 26.

2.  Deploy an update management solution that provides full control over the updates you deploy to computers in your network. Microsoft offers the free Windows Server Update Services and the more advanced Systems Management Server 2003 update management products.

3.  Prevent users from running as local administrators on their computers. Users who are not local administrators will not be offered the update and can be restricted from manually installing IE7

4.  Instruct users to decline IE7 when Automatic Updates notifies them that the update is available for installation. All users will have the ability to decline installation.

Find additional details and screenshots of the notification process on our Web site.


About These Resources from Microsoft

The IE7 Readiness Toolkit provides the following:

Pointer to the latest publicly available build of IE7

Developer checklist, including new features and changes of interest to application and Web developers

Testing guidance and tips for isolating and identifying a particular compatibility problem

Tools for development and testing

Links to resources, technical articles and helpful blog posts

Various methods to provide feedback to Microsoft

The Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit 5.0 (ACT 5.0) enables you to test your browser-based applications and ensure that they will work seamlessly with IE7.

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Licensing Programs and Types

Use this information to help you match customers to the right licensing programs. You can potentially provide them with substantial savings, ease of deployment, and flexible acquisition and payment plans. Increase your business opportunities by providing customers with the licensing solutions that best meet their needs.

Licensing Types

Microsoft offers four ways to acquire licenses: Volume Licensing for organizations, through original equipment manufacturers, through independent software vendors, and Full-Packaged Product.

Licensing for Small and Midsize Organizations

Licensing for Large Organizations


Microsoft Academic Volume Licensing

Simple, flexible, volume-based pricing for academic institutions.

Read More

Enterprise Agreement

Enables your customers to standardize software across the enterprise on their choice of the Microsoft enterprise solutions (Microsoft Office Professional, Microsoft Windows Professional upgrade, and Core Client Access License) at discounted prices based on a three-year agreement term.

Read More

Enterprise Subscription Agreement

Your customers can lease rather than purchase licenses for one or more Microsoft enterprise software solutions.

Read More

Full Packaged Product (FPP)

Shrink-wrapped boxes of licensed software that can be acquired from any local retailer.

Read More

ISV Royalty

Supports independent software vendors that incorporate Microsoft technology into their value-added software business solutions for commercial distribution to their customers.

Read More

Open Value

Customers can spread payments annually and enjoy a host of other Software Assurance benefits designed to offer them more value, more manageability, and more assistance.

Read More

Open License

Supports your corporate, government, nonprofit, and academic customers who order as few as five licenses.

Read More

Select License

Corporate, government, and academic customers with mixed software requirements can receive a volume price level for each pool of products selected (applications, systems, or servers) based on a three-year forecast.

Read More

Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA)

Enables service providers to license Microsoft products on a monthly basis.

Read More

Solution Provider Agreement (SPA)

Enables you to provide customers with Microsoft business management solutions. The SPA is not available directly to customers, and requires you to meet certain predetermined certification criteria before you can do business with Microsoft.

Read More

System Builder

Helps to ensure that each computer system contains properly installed and legally licensed software.

Read More

Product-Specific

Provides licensing information specific to a particular Microsoft software solution.

Read More

Quick Links

Access Volume License Keys (VLKs)

What’s New in Licensing Solutions

Get Ready for the Competency

License Quote Configurator

Licensing Training

SAM Tools and Resources

Reseller Handbook

Software Assurance

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Registration is limited, so sign up today!  Here's the invitation, with links at the bottom:

Mobility is HOT!  Business owners are trying to maximize the return on their investment in each person they hire.  More than 2/3 of all workers spend nearly 40% of their time away from a desk and employers need that time to be productive.  Microsoft is investing significantly, teaching each of our partners how to technically integrate and articulate the value proposition of our server stack for workers when they leave their desk.  Now is the time to invest in learning to address your customers most critical need of mobility. 

Resources available to you when you attend this course:
•  Microsoft Partner Event kit with co-funding to run your own mobility event in your area
•  Evaluation Windows Mobile devices to experience for yourself or for your customers the value of Microsoft mobility technology
•  Technical support staff to answer your technical questions on integrating mobility in the IT architecture
•  Over 10K wireless carrier sales people driving business to you to implement mobility solutions
•  Opportunity to purchase Windows Mobile devices at discount prices
•  Increase opportunity for profit though the Wireless Carriers “Master Agent” programs and new services business

Upon completion of this readiness series, you will have a better understanding of how to technically integrate Windows Mobile devices with the Microsoft server technology of Windows, Exchange, CRM, Office, LCS and SQL.  Further, you will be empowered by Microsofts multi-million dollar US investment in driving awareness through our Enable Your Mobile Workforce Customer Campaign.

Earn a Free* Windows Mobile 5.0 Device.
Attend one of the “Mobilizing the Microsoft Stack” partner readiness events and deploy a mobility solution for one of your customers within 60 days of attending the event to receive a Windows Mobile 5.0 device** to keep at no charge.*

*Proof of performance must be submitted to Fax# (503) 306-6119 and must include all of the following: Customer Reference Letter highlighting the Customer Pain Point, Server Technology Deployed and the number of Windows Mobile devices sold; Receipt for server software (qualifying servers include Exchange Server 2003, Small Business Server 2003, SQL 2005, CRM 3.0, Live Communication Server),  and a minimum of 5 Windows Mobile 5.0 devices dated post event attendance. Device quantity limited to one per partner attending the Mobilizing the Microsoft Stack event series. Limited time offer. Supplies limited.  Must be a registered partner with MSPP to participate.
**Connected devices, connectivity and over-the-air synchronization solutions may require separately purchased equipment and/or other wireless products (e.g., WiFi card, network software, server hardware, or redirector software). Service plans are required for Internet, WiFi, and phone access. These products and services may need to be purchased separately. Features and performance may vary by service provider and are subject to network limitations. See device manufacturer, service provider, and/or corporate IT department for details.
© 2006 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

10/19/06, Thursday Waltham, MA

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10/25/06, Wednesday Raleigh, NC

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10/26/06, Thursday Iselin, NJ

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11/03/06, Friday Denver, CO

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