PartnerNet for Technology Partners
Partnerships done right. Linux made easy. Partner for profits.
Independent Software and Hardware Vendors can tap into Novell's growing customer base and network of over 3,500 channel partners. Leverage our brand and go-to-market infrastructure. Bring products to market quickly. Get your products in front of more customers and through more sales channels faster and at lower cost.
Get Info
- Read the Technology Partner program flyer
- Read the questions and answers in the Technology Partner FAQ
- Have a question? Contact the PartnerNet team (partnernet@novell.com)
Join PartnerNet
 |
|
Build. Certify. Market. Partnerships Done Right. Linux Profits Made Easy Linux is the right technology at the right time. Novell is the right partner. Don't miss out on the biggest wave of change in Information Technology since the PC. Enjoy the benefits of a growing Linux market. Be on the front lines with the right partner by your side. Stake your claim and make a difference. Novell Customers and Resellers are looking for solutions that leverage their investment in SUSE Linux Enterprise. Your solution could be just what they need. Join PartnerNet for Technology Partners today! |
PartnerNet for Technology Partners |
Benefits & Requirements
Program Requirements
| PartnerNet for Technology Partners | READY | SILVER | GOLD | PLATINUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requirements | ||||
| Annual program fee | No Fee | USD 1,500.00 Euro 1,500 *excluding local tax |
By invitation | By invitation |
| Novell Business Development Approval Required | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Product announcement | Within six months | Within six months | Within six months | Within six months |
| Product availability | Within 12 months | Within 12 months | Within 12 months | Within 12 months |
| Product certification | – | Recommended | Required | Required |
| Business plan | – | – | Required | Required |
| Revenue commitment | – | – | Minimum US$50K direct or influenced revenue | Minimum US$500K direct or influenced revenue |
| Marketing and Business Benefits | READY | SILVER | GOLD | PLATINUM |
| Access to Novell logos | Ready and PartnerNet marks only | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product listings in Novell Partner Product guide | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Internal Software Use | – | Up to 50 User Licenses | Up to 100 User Licenses | Up to 200 User Licenses |
| Online planner for marketing opportunities | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Subscription to Novell Connection magazine | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Participation in YES CERTIFIED Program | Yes (via NATC only) | Yes (via NATC or Certification Agreement) | Yes | Yes |
| Access to YES certification self-testing | – | – | Defined by contract | Defined by contract |
| Novell Open Business OEM Licensing | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Relationship manager | – | – | Shared | Dedicated |
| Technical Benefits | READY | SILVER | GOLD | PLATINUM |
| Novell Tech Select Service (access to software and licensing) | – | One annual subscription and four online accounts | Two annual subscriptions and eight online accounts | Three annual subscriptions and 12 online accounts |
| Novell Developer Kit | Online only | Included with Novell Tech Select Service | Included with Novell Tech Select Service | Included with Novell Tech Select Service |
| Early access to beta software | Limited | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Developer Training (instructor-led, hands-on) | – | – | – | 5 days |
| Support Service Requests | – | 5 | Defined by contract | Defined by contract |
| Partner Certification Support Agreement | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Additional product support | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Linux porting and migration assistance | – | – | Discovery assessment | Discovery assessment |
| SUSE Linux Enterprise ISV Resource Kit | Yes | – | – | – |
| Novell Developer Services Program | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
OEM
|
|
Easy. Transparent. Attractive. The Novell OEM program is designed with your success in mind. It offers you the following benefits to help your Linux business be successful:
|
Novell OEM Program Novell OEM Licensing is for Technology Partners interested in preloading or bundling Novell technologies–including SUSE Linux Enterprise–with their own products, solutions or systems. Simplify selling your products with Novell solutions and take advantage of attractive discounts and margins. Learn more about the program
Who's Who?Join todayClick on the "Join PartnerNet" tab and get started today! |