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Cloud security vendor Webroot has launched a free technical training software-as-a-service (SaaS) programme for partners.
The one-day training programme provides new and existing partners with a run-down of the benefits of SaaS and technical training on Webroot Web and Email Security SaaS and Webroot Email Encryption Service.
Partners can also benefit from a system that monitors and generates leads. The SaaS-specific calculation tool demonstrates cost savings and provides sales and marketing materials to drive revenues.
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Ian Moyse, channel director EMEA at Webroot, said: “Recent industry research indicates that 85 per cent of malware is now disseminated via the web. Yet, in today’s economic climate, the IT professional is being ever mindful of budget, and this is where SaaS makes great sense, as it proves to be more cost effective and ultimately provides an easily managed secure environment.
Pete Sherwood, director of reseller Infosec Technologies, said: “The addition of free technical training demonstrates [Webroot's] investment in creating success for their partners. This provides us with an opportunity to grow our revenue month after month, and we see this as imperative at this financially-difficult time.”
Webroot claims to have experienced an 80 per cent increase in channel partners who want to sell the vendor’s SaaS security solutions in the UK.
Moyse concluded: “Despite the tough economic climate, we will continue to invest in our partners and ensure that as the security SaaS market grows, they are best placed to capitalise on this exciting opportunity.”
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Leader of the pack
SaaS has become the model to deliver services to customers, Webroot has been delivering quality SaaS through partners to appreciative customers for years.
Partners who are serious about leading instead of following should take advantage of this training.
Posted by Bob Stevens | 21 Jul 2009
Outstanding Channel Support
I've been a Channel Partner for Webroot since the program's inception. Without exception, I have found them to be 100% absolutely committed to their partners. The big difference between Webroot and "other" companies in the security sector is their accessibility. Pick up the phone and they are immediately there for you, whether you are a partner or an end user. And their technical support and training is spot on. They are an outstanding company to do business with.
Posted by Lawrence Taylor-Duncan | 21 Jul 2009
Webroot Partner Support
My business has invested in the future growth of SaaS and Webroot. The technical training day my staff and I attended recently was excellent - informative, educational and interactive. Webroot is committed to partner success and takes a real interest in every aspect of our business, this day forms only one part of the support available.
Posted by Craig MacAlpine | 21 Jul 2009
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