SAN JOSE, Calif., March 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/-- As
demand for Extreme® Networks' (NASDAQ: EXTR) software-driven
wireless solutions continues to increase, the company today
introduced the ExtremeWireless™ specialization program. The program
further enables global channel partners to deliver the wireless
solutions customers require in order to increase productivity and
responsiveness and extend applications beyond the wired network.
This announcement follows enhancements to the Extreme Partner
Network program launched in October
2015 and offers increased differentiation and rewards to
qualified channel partners with the creation of a wireless
specialization badge.
Intended to enhance the wireless solution skillset and create
deep understanding of the fundamentals of the technology, the
program provides training beyond the ExtremeWireless portfolio.
Partners will also learn how to install, configure and troubleshoot
other wireless networks when securing the Industry Standard
Wireless Certificate (CWTS/CWNA). Earning a specialization badge
gives eligible partners market recognition for their technology
expertise and also rewards them for their investment and dedication
in selling and helping deliver Extreme Networks solutions to
customers.
ExtremeWireless Specialization Program Key Facts:
- Eligible Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond partners worldwide
can apply for the program by submitting a specialization request
form. Qualifying partners will receive a specialization badge that
is valid for one year.
- In addition to training sessions, partners with a badge will
gain access to exclusive wireless content, including semi-annual
webinars with key wireless experts and an annual roundtable
discussion around Extreme's global partner conferences.
- The Specialization program also provides additional discounting
and reimbursements for training and wireless demo products beyond
standard EPN entitlements. Partners can also develop a short
customer case study on a recent deployment demonstrating their
expertise in wireless technology installations, funded by Extreme
pursuant to standard program terms and conditions.
- Participation requirements include a site survey tool and
certification to verify tool use, examples of previous customer
installations implemented and the attainment of ExtremeWireless
demo-equipment in house.
Executive Perspectives
Bob Gault, Executive Vice
President of Worldwide Sales, Services and Channels, Extreme
Networks
"Creating the wireless specialization program was a crucial part
of the enhancements we made to the Extreme Partner Network and I'm
thrilled to see it come to fruition. It's important to our company
to acknowledge the skills that make our partners unique in
delivering differentiated value to customers by utilizing their
ExtremeWireless investments. ExtremeWireless Specialists will
further their credibility as trusted advisors committed to
delivering the most rewarding end-customer experience."
David Rudnick, Vice
President, PC Solutions
"The specialization badge not only validates our expertise of
the wireless landscape, showing customers that they can trust and
believe in the quality of our wireless infrastructure
installations, but boosts employee confidence. We're looking
forward to further enabling our customers with best-in-class
wireless solutions from Extreme."
Chuck Bartlett, Senior Vice
President, Advanced Infrastructure Solutions Division, Tech Data
Corp
"The specialization badge identifies experts in the wireless
landscape, showing end users that there is a trusted base of
partners who can deliver wireless infrastructure installations.
We're looking forward to our own experts playing a key role in
enabling the current partner base to attain this specialization, as
well as finding new partners with the resources and abilities to
become wireless specialists."
Additional Resources
- Extreme Networks Specialization Homepage
- Extreme Partner Network 2.0 Press Release
- Extreme Networks Solutions-based Strategy Press Release
- Extreme Networks Partner Program Homepage
About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR) delivers software-driven
networking solutions that help IT departments everywhere deliver
the ultimate business outcome: stronger connections with customers,
partners and employees. Wired to wireless, desktop to datacenter,
we go to extreme measures for our 20,000-plus customers in more
than 80 countries, delivering 100% insourced support to
organizations large and small, including some of the world's
leading names in business, education, government, healthcare,
manufacturing and hospitality. Founded in 1996, Extreme is
headquartered in San Jose,
California. For more information, visit Extreme's website or
call 1-888-257-3000.
Extreme Networks, ExtremeWireless and the Extreme
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