Channel Partner Program

The DataDirect Technologies Channel Partner Program is designed to meet the needs of our customers around the world. We recognize the value that our channel partners offer by extending our reach to our target markets. We are committed to developing and supporting this indirect sales channel through the DataDirect Channel Partner Program.

We recognize that our growth is dependent on fostering strong partnerships with successful channel partners internationally. The Program enables our partners to penetrate new markets, grow their business with existing customers, and become proficient in DataDirect's market leading products.

We offer the following products lines for you to sell:

• DataDirect Connect - Industry leading, standards-based data connectivity for all major databases (Oracle, DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, and more) with products for ODBC, JDBC, and ADO.NET applications. When it comes to business systems where uptime and transaction speed are critical, customers around the world turn to DataDirect when other connectivity components fail or adversely impact performance.
• DataDirect Shadow - Mainframe integration products for web services, real-time events, direct SQL data access and web enablement. These legacy renewal products give you an opportunity to participate in this profitable market, which offers large deal sizes and predictable revenue streams.
• DataDirect XQuery - A powerful implementation of the W3C XQuery Standard for integrating XML with relational and legacy data sources. DataDirect XQuery can query XML, relational data, SOAP messages, EDI, or a combination of data sources. Be one of the first to tap into this exciting emerging market.
• DataDirect XML Converters - make it easy and quick to convert EDI, flat files, and much more to XML and back!

Program Benefits

As a member of our Channel Partner Program, you'll receive excellent channel support from us, including flexible terms and conditions, access to product experts, and your own Channel Partner website, where you'll find selling tips and marketing materials. Here's a complete list of benefits:

• Assisted sales training
• Access to DataDirect dedicated partner site
• Hands-on technical training in a DataDirect Support Center
• DataDirect technical support hotline
• Access to dedicated Channel Manager
• Access to on-line marketing and technical materials
• Program for on-going business development
• Access to company newsletter

Apply to Become a DataDirect Channel Partner

If you would like to qualify to become a DataDirect Channel Partner, download the Program brochure, which gives you an overview of the program and also includes an application form. Criteria for becoming a partner include:

• Targeted revenue general for DataDirect Technologies of 100K
• Demonstrate repeatable business
• Pro-active Marketing plan
• Dedicated website area
• Dedicated, fully trained staff
• Provide First level support
• Maintain Credit worthiness
• Sign an annual agreement
• Six monthly Sales/Marketing/Credit Review

Contact one of the representatives below to begin the application process:

See a list of our current channel partners here.

How to Register for Access to the Channel Partner Website

If you're an existing DataDirect Channel Partner, please email channel.partner@datadirect.com to register for a log-in userid and password. You should receive verification of your registration within 24 hours. You must be a Channel Partner with a current agreement to use this site.

Current DataDirect Channel Partners can log-in here to use the Partner website.

For technical support, visit our SupportLink website to contact a support representative in your area.