Frequently Asked Questions on Channel Programs

Streamlining the Citrix Partner Network program in EMEA

 


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What product(s) is my organization able to resell as an authorized partner?

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All Citrix products.


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If I am authorized to resell all products but not yet a Silver Solution Advisor what is my partner designation?

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You will be recognized as a Citrix Partner Solution Advisor until you gain certification for at least 1 product.


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What logo can I use if I am not yet a Silver Solution Advisor?

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You are able to use to the generic Citrix Partner Solution Advisor logo, all Citrix partner logos can be found on www.mycitrix.com in the ´Logo Gallery´.


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What are the program benefits to an authorized partner?

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Once authorized to resell Citrix products, you will be entitled to partial program benefits:

  • Eligibility to resell Citrix products
  • Access to Citrix Partner Portal (MyCitrix)
  • Not For Resale/Internal Use Only licenses
  • Sales and Marketing Support
  • Use of generic partner logo
  • Access to Citrix events
  • Restricted allocation of leads


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What are the program benefits to a certified partner?

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By becoming certified, your organization will be entitled to full program benefits for the product(s) on which your organization is certified:

  • Eligibility to resell Citrix products
  • Visible via the product and partner locator tool on www.citrix.com
  • Ability to purchase Technical Support directly from Citrix
  • Access to Citrix Partner Portal (MyCitrix)
  • Not For Resale/Internal Use Only licenses
  • Sales and Marketing Support
  • Use of Silver partner logo
  • Access to Citrix events
  • Ability to claim Citrix Advisor Rewards
  • Preferential allocation of leads
  • Welcome pack (including program member plaque)


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Where can I go to determine my company’s current status for each product?

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Check your Partner Locator record on www.citrix.com/partners/locator or, if you are a Primary Citrix Contact in your company, logon to MyCitrix and go to Partner Certification Manager - Product Authorizations. Please contact Citrix Partner Operations if you believe the information stated is incorrect.

 



How to apply to the Citrix Partner program

 


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Where can I apply for product authorization as a Solution Advisor?
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Simply complete the online program registration Apply Now to join the Citrix Solution Advisor program. Upon successful completion your company will become authorized as Citrix Solution Advisor within 2-4 business days .


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What if I am not currently a Citrix Solution Advisor for Citrix, are there any Citrix products I can resell?
A Only Citrix XenApp Fundamentals™ (shrink-wrap), for details contact your Citrix Authorized Distributor. For all other products you will first need to complete the online registration form: Apply Now

 



General questions about Citrix Partner programs

  


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If my company is authorized to sell Citrix product(s) but has not yet gained certified status, am I still entitled to fulfill Subscription Advantage Renewals on behalf of my customer?

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Currently partners who are authorized to sell (as well as those who are certified to sell) can renew subscription advantage, however this may be subject to change in the future. We encourage all our partners to be at the certified level for the product(s) they wish to resell.


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If my company is authorized to sell Citrix products but has not yet gained full product certification, can I still request evaluation software via the MyCitrix Lead Management Tool?

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If your organization is authorized to resell Citrix Products and part of the Citrix Partner Network program you will have access to the Lead Management Tool via MyCtirix, enabling you to demonstrate and evaluate Citrix products with your customers, therefore your organization can request evaluation software.


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How can I achieve Citrix Solution Advisor Gold status?

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  • Your organization is required to have been a Silver Solution Advisor in good standing for at least six months.
  • Your organization will need to fulfill the certification requirements and revenue target.
  • Your organization will need to agree to a local Business Plan and to a revenue target pertaining to the product you are certified to resell.
  • For further information please contact Citrix Partner Operations 


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Are there any product certifications that enable me to be eligible to sell other products?

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Yes, if you are a certified for XenApp you will also be recognized as certified for XenApp Fundamentals.


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Do Citrix have an Integrated Software Vendor (ISV) program and if so where can I get details on this program?

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Please contact Citrix Partner Operations for details.


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Do Citrix have a System Integrator program and how can I join?

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This program is by invitation only, please see Partner Programs - System Integrator for further details.


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How do I obtain Sales Leads and at what level?

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Certified Solution Advisors enjoy preferential allocation of leads from Citrix. Leads can be accessed through the lead management tool on MyCitrix www.mycitrix.com. This lead management tool is also used to forecast sales for Citrix Advisor Rewards.





More Information


For more information on all Citrix EMEA partner programs please contact Citrix Partner Operations, your local Citrix office or one of our Citrix Authorised Distributors.


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