Rackspace says the new model offers three different partnership categories for the partners to select based on an organization's size and business goals, including Select Partner, Premier Partner and Business Partner.

"Our partner network members have worked hard to build a brand name and reputation within their industry and we are committed to providing a solid infrastructure to support their Web-based projects," says Scott White, director of channel sales for Rackspace.

Rackspace says its partner network extends a combined customer value proposition, offering solid managed hosting solutions that facilitate reciprocal business for partners and customer growth.