Microsoft Gold Competencies for Phoenix

To earn a Microsoft Gold Competency, organisations must complete a rigorous set of tests to prove their level of expertise, have the right number of Microsoft Certified Professionals, submit customer references and demonstrate their commitment to customer satisfaction by participating in an annual survey.

Sam Mudd, Director of Phoenix Software, said: "This certification showcases our expertise in the fields of Volume Licensing and Software Asset Management. It assures our customers of the highest levels of knowledge and customer service - something they have rightly come to expect of Phoenix."

Jon Roskill, Corporate Vice President, Worldwide Partner Group at Microsoft Corporation, concluded: "The Microsoft Partner Network is designed to empower solution providers to succeed in today's business environment. By achieving the prestigious Gold competency, participating companies are provided with a rich set of benefits, including increased customer visibility through branding and accessibility, training and support."

The Microsoft Gold Competency signifies to the market that a company has demonstrated the highest level of skill and achievement within a given technology specialisation. All 28 Microsoft competencies are designed to help differentiate a partner's specific technology capabilities, helping customers find solution providers quickly and easily. Each competency has a unique set of requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific skills and services that partners bring to the industry.

The Microsoft Partner Network is designed to equip organisations that deliver products and services based on the Microsoft platform with the training, resources and support needed to provide customers with a superior experience and outcomes.