I don't often blog this sort of stuff, but I think this is one is important.

 

We’re pleased to announce the launch of latest Microsoft Business and Technology Assessment Toolkit (previously called the Small Business Assessment Toolkit). As you may know, the previous versions of the toolkit have been hugely successful in enabling partners to identify opportunities for and to sell Windows Small Business Server.

 

The new and refreshed toolkit can help partners uncover opportunities across the Microsoft stack. New features include:

  • Easy installation and self-updating features.
  • New assessments that allow deeper evaluation of customers’ server, mobile, and desktop needs and help identify solutions using technologies based not only on Windows Small Business Server, but also on, Windows Mobile, the 2007 Microsoft Office system, and Microsoft Windows Vista.
  • A customizable question bank that allows partners to tailor assessments to their customers’ specific scenario or to the partners own business model.
  • A Windows-based platform that’s compatible with both Microsoft Windows Vista and the 2007 Microsoft Office system.

Assess and Win!

And while you’re using the toolkit, you can also get a free copy of Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition (a US$599 value). Just use the toolkit to conduct business assessments with your  customers and submit five assessments and complete a survey to qualify.

 

Visit the Microsoft Partner Program Portal for further details on the toolkit and the Assess & Win offer. Content from the portal can be leveraged for your communications.
https://partner.microsoft.com/assesssmbneeds

 

About the Assess & Win (to get free SBS offer), yes, it’s a WW offer, so open to all partners.

 

 

Q. How can I get support for any technical issues with installing, uninstalling or using this toolkit?

For questions regarding any technical issues with using the Microsoft Business & Assessment Toolkit, please send an email to: msassesstkhelp@cohesioninc.com. We will respond to your inquiries within 48 hours.

For any question related to the Assess & Win Partner including business assessments or survey submission or your fulfillment status, please contact assessandwinsupport@cohesioninc.com.

Customer Service Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST (excluding major North American holidays)

For any questions related to the Microsoft Partner Program or any product-related support, please visit: https://partner.microsoft.com/40001608