May 12, 2003 — (WEB HOST INDUSTRY REVIEW) — Check Point Software Technologies (checkpoint.com) last week introduced PartnerMAP, an exclusive business portal for partners selling its market-leading Internet security solutions. The portal is designed to increase partner productivity by making it easier to access business tools, products and sales and marketing information. In addition, real-time customer account and order tracking information is available online.
“I’m pleased that Check Point is taking additional steps to simplify knowledge transfer and enhance the partnership experience,” said Mike Volk, vice president of sales for True North Solutions. “PartnerMAP streamlines required administration processes and provides me with customized, valuable information that helps me sell Check Point solutions — thereby giving me more time to focus on growing our business.”
Check Point is also enhancing its Check Point Partner programs with a new partner designation, Platinum, and the introduction of the “Check Points” Reward Program. The new Platinum-level partner designation is by invitation and granted to partners in accordance with their level of commitment to and investment in selling Check Point solutions. According to Check Point, some of the benefits include increased co-op funds, rebates for exceeding sales targets, priority listing on the Partner Locator and additional joint marketing activities and dedicated sales support.
The “Check Points” rewards system is a joint-marketing program that enables partners to accumulate “points” or reward vouchers for Check Point certification training and testing. Rewards vouchers are earned through the completion of lead generation marketing activities that help Check Point partners grow their security business.
“We are continuously refining and enhancing our partner programs to reward partners and better equip them to sell and provide value-added service for our solutions,” said Jerry Ungerman, president of Check Point Software Technologies. “Today’s announcement underscores this and demonstrates Check Point’s strong commitment to enabling our partners business success.”
