by Peter K. Han , Microsoft Vice President of U.S. OEM Sometimes you have to look at something a little differently to see new information. In this post, we look to new ways to better illustrate the facts, the risks, and how to take action against the hidden danger of pirated software. For example, the...

by Peter K. Han , Microsoft Vice President of U.S. OEM It’s officially April, and that means we’re just three months away from the 2013 Worldwide Partner Conference in Houston. Excitement is building and preparation is in full swing here at Microsoft. WPC is a vitally important opportunity for us to...

by Peter K. Han , Microsoft Vice President of U.S. OEM Microsoft and its partners are driven by a common purpose: to empower customers to compete, grow, and succeed with technology solutions. Sometimes, however, the most powerful solution we can provide isn’t the latest software or device, but real-world...

by Peter K. Han , Microsoft Vice President of U.S. OEM Counterfeit and pirated software are major global issues, impacting consumers and businesses alike. The fact is, illegitimate software puts users at risk for spyware, malware, and viruses that can lead to identity theft, loss of data, and system...

Post by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division. There’s something to be said for new and exciting, with a touch of familiarity. For example, as a runner, I enjoy running the same trails. There’s something grounding and comforting knowing what each footstep will bring. Every now and again...

Post by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division. When someone mentions pirated or counterfeit products, most people immediately think of designer purses, luxury watches or bootlegged movies. But there’s another category of piracy that is growing at an alarming rate worldwide...

by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division Too often, we only realize that we were part of something “big” in hindsight, but it’s genuinely thrilling when you know you’re being part of something big, now. Such is the case as we—as a company and as the most diverse partner ecosystem in...

by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division When a business upgrades the technology it uses every day, productivity, workflow, and overall functionality can be dramatically and positively impacted. While a new Microsoft Dynamics or Microsoft SharePoint implementation is life-changing in...

Post by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division. It’s a thrilling time. Microsoft and our OEM partners are approaching a robust product launch season that’s unprecedented. Microsoft is releasing new versions of nearly all our products, and the wave of momentum and excitement carrying us...

Post by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division. When a highly anticipated event finally happens, a period of calm can occur as the dust settles. It’s a testament to our incredible partners that quite the opposite happens on the heels of our annual Worldwide Partner Conference . In fact...

Post by Peter Han, Vice President, Microsoft U.S. OEM Division Microsoft feels a lot like NASA these days, prepping for several exciting product launches with our OEM partners. Mission Control for communicating the latest new developments is the 2012 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) in Toronto...

By Peter Han, General Manager, Microsoft U.S. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Division.   He is responsible for U.S. OEM sales of Windows, Office, and Server. He also oversees all sales and marketing through the OEM distribution and reseller channel in the U.S. In our industry, we’re always...