Microsoft Partnering 101


Microsoft Beefs Up 'Live' With Acquisition

In the wake of this week’s announcement of Windows Live and Office Live, Microsoft announced the acquisition Thursday of an online service with a technology that dovetails with those plans.

MCTS, MCPD Beta Exams Out in November

Registration has opened for beta versions of exams required for MCTS and MCPD certifications.

Quest Software Rolls out Exchange Availability Package

Quest Software this week announced a new product that is designed to increase e-mail availability for Exchange users.

Sun Announces Online Word-to-Open Doc Format Conversion Service

Sun Microsystems announced this week that it is working on two new on-demand services, both targeted at users who need to convert text files to other formats.

WennSoft Strikes Vertical Gold

A job-costing application born from its construction industry roots grows into a successful business.

Boost Your Customers' Business

Get your existing Office customers using Microsoft CRM, and you can help them get a better handle on their customer data.

Support for Virtual Exchange Server on the Way

Microsoft will begin supporting Exchange servers in virtual machines under certain conditions later this month, the company said this week.

Reboot Insurance

BootBack's snapshot images help you keep systems running despite fatal crashes or other interruptions.

Get Set for SQL Server 2005

With improvements in business intelligence and development tools, on top of greatly enhanced performance, Microsoft's long-awaited database should present ample partner opportunity.

Business Wisdom from the Rainforest

The evolution of Microsoft partner businesses parallels the a walking tree in the Costa Rica rainforest.

You've Got Homework

Desmond's last column requests feedback from readers on some future story ideas.

Muglia to Head Server and Tools Business

Veteran Microsoft executive Bob Muglia will fill one of the key holes left by the executive reorganization that Microsoft unveiled in September.

Tips for Leading Prospects to Your Web Site

Follow these helpful tips to ensure your company's Web site sits at the top of prospective customers' search results.

7 Keys to Selling More Upgrades

Microsoft may be its own greatest competitor, but you can convince customers to move on to new versions. Learn how to close that next upgrade opportunity.

Grading Your Marketing and Sales

If your marketing and sales efforts aren't hitting the mark, you may be missing out on opportunities. Here's how to assess their effectiveness and repair any damage.