The January 2007 Microsoft Action Pack Subscription (MAPS) is a special edition that includes key production information for the 2007 Office system, Windows Vista, and Small Business Server 2003 R2. The kit begins mailing on 10 January 2007.

I want to highlight the GREAT software included, along with special partner offers.

Included software in January 2007 MAPS:

  • Windows Vista Business
  • Microsoft® Office Enterprise 2007
  • Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007
  • Microsoft Office Outlook® 2007 with Business Contact Manager
  • Microsoft Office Visio® 2007
  • Microsoft Office SharePoint® Server 2007
  • Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007
  • Microsoft Expression® Web

Small Business Specialist (SBSC) “add-on” kit will be available in the March timeframe (for free). SBSCs will automatically receive this kit.

“I’m ready” contest: MAPS will contain one (1) flyer with either an Office or Vista product question – there are ten different questions in all. Answer the question and win a 256 MG USB drive. So install the software to help answer the questions...

Special Offers:

  • For Resale Copy of SBS 2003 R2: When partners use the Small Business toolkit (soon to be updated with Office, Vista and Mobile and complete five assessments, they can earn a free, for resale copy of SBS 2003 R2. For more details, go to: https://partner.microsoft.com/smallbusinesstoolkit7.
  • Vista Ultimate Upgrade offer (Windows Anytime Upgrade): Action Pack subscribers can upgrade to Vista Ultimate for $139 (USD) – per license. Visit www.WindowsAnytimeUpgrade.com/maps to learn more.
  • 2007 Microsoft Office System and Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Partner Sales Tool: The launch of the 2007 Microsoft Office system and Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 present a significant opportunity for Microsoft partners. This Reseller Toolkit helps partners articulate product benefits and packaging and licensing offers.
  • Office Ready OPK: At the time this Action Pack was produced, the 2007 Microsoft Office Ready Master Kit (OPK) was not finalized for distribution. This product will be included in the April, 2007 Action Pack. Partners can contact their local Distributor and receive an OPK beginning mid December.  And until April 1, 2007, Partners only have to pay shipping & handling costs. After April 1, 2007, the cost to receive the OPK from a Disti will be approximately $250 (USD), plus shipping & handling.

Thanks to Nicola for the information.