 |  | | June 9, 2009 | | | | You are receiving this newsletter as a benefit of your organization's partnership agreement with Microsoft.  The 2009 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC09) is the biggest annual gathering we hold. There's already been a lot of action at conferences this year. Some partners traveled in person, and others chose to get the scoop from blogs and tweets, including ours. But as Gold-Certified Partner Ian Gotts will tell you, one fact is inescapable: There is nothing like being there.The product announcements. The training sessions. The face-to-face meetings. The conversations with Microsoft executives and the inside track from product experts. In this economy, the networking opportunities can be invaluable. You know what's in line to launch at WPC this year, whether in beta, release candidate (RC), or the real thing. And you know, too, that we're likely to save our biggest announcements for our biggest conference, and to send our biggest players there to talk to you about them. Need more of a hint? Scroll through the WPC session previews. So if you're sorry you missed the action at any of our earlier 2009 gatherings, now is the time to pack your bags. And is there a town that's any more fun than New Orleans?  | | In a tight economy, business decision makers sometimes wonder if it's worth traveling to conferences. That's why we wanted to share some of the excitement that's being generated about the business value of WPC09. You don't have to take our word for it. You can join the conversations on Twitter and Facebook.   In addition to the top Microsoft executives you'll have the chance to meet at WPC09, such as Steve Ballmer and Allison Watson, we're excited to announce that former GE CEO Jack Welch will be delivering the keynote address. And that Stephen M. R. Covey will deliver a speech as well, "Leading in Crisis." At the conference, you'll also hear firsthand about how the Partner Program is evolving into the Microsoft Partner Network—to provide expanded opportunities for you. Sign in to Digital WPC to register for and plan your WPC experience. You can also use WPC Connect to set up meetings with colleagues and Microsoft staff. | | | | | | What's your story? Showcase your Windows 7 experience and get a chance to win a new laptop and to see your video displayed at WPC09. | | | | | | | | | • | Faster and more flexible access. Get your software immediately—24×7 availability, from one central location. | | • | Greater visibility. View all of your software benefits, summarized in a license statement (available August 2009). | | • | Improved software benefits management. Add or remove users and manage their access to downloads, keys, and a license statement. | | • | Decreased environmental impact. Help reduce the amount of waste from manufacturing, shipping, and disposing of disk kits. | View the frequently asked questions (FAQ) for details. Make sure you don't miss out—when the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 operating systems are released to manufacturing (RTM), you will be able to download them as part of your MAPS digital distribution benefit, so sign up or renew today. Note: To improve the MAPS process, we have suspended the assessment requirement for renewing subscribers.  | | Green-Light Your Applications for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 With the Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 operating systems launching soon, there's no better time to get ahead of your competition by making your applications compatible. And when you confirm with Microsoft that your application is compatible, you get access to valuable marketing resources, including no-charge listings in Microsoft directories and customizable marketing templates, to help you get the message to your customers. | | | Last Chance to Save—Certified for Success Offer Ends June 30 Volume Licensing professionals: Your organization can receive two vouchers for a 50 percent savings on Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exam fees, and one voucher for a free exam, if you register to take MCP exams 70-671 or 70-672 by June 30. Encourage your sales staff to take these exams—and earn the only MCP credentials designed specifically for sales professionals. | |  | | | | | Offer Ends June 30: Receive Server Services Rebates Act now to receive rebates of up to US$500, when you sell and provide deployment services for Windows Server 2008, Windows Small Business Server 2008 (Windows SBS), and Windows Essential Business Server 2008 (Windows EBS). | |
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