SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruckus
Networks, an ARRIS company, today announced the addition of its new
Cloud-Ready Specialization Program for channel partners. Designed
specifically to help Ruckus channel partners expand into new,
fast-growing market segments and gain renewable revenue streams,
the program includes comprehensive tools, training, technical
support and incentives to enable new and existing Ruckus Ready
channel partners drive Ruckus Cloud Wi-Fi
sales.
Market research firm IDC reports that cloud-managed Wi-Fi is
growing at double-digit rates year-over-year, making it the fastest
growing segment of the Wi-Fi infrastructure market.1
More organizations are seeking out a cloud WLAN management solution
for their distributed Wi-Fi sites due to its many advantages,
including faster scalability, ease of management, and a
pay-as-you-grow subscription model. The new Ruckus Cloud-Ready
Specialization Program is designed to equip channel partners with
the knowledge and resources required to address this growing demand
and win new Ruckus Cloud Wi-Fi customers.
"We are committed to helping channel partners differentiate
themselves through our specialization programs," said Bart Giordano, vice president of business
development and cloud services. "Our new Cloud-Ready Specialization
program gives channel partners the right tools, support and
incentives to address customer requirements across vertical markets
such as retail, small-and-medium business, hospitality and
education."
Benefits of the Ruckus Cloud-Ready Specialization
Program
Available to Select- and Elite-level partners, the
Cloud-Ready Specialization Program provides valuable incentives
along with "white glove" sales and marketing support to help
partners successfully win new Ruckus Cloud Wi-Fi business.
Exclusive benefits include:
- Promotional discounts for Ruckus Cloud Wi-Fi.
- Market Development Funds (MDF)—partners who meet the program
requirements are eligible for MDF to help support their marketing
efforts.
- Sales leads for prospective clients—leads from organizations
that have requested trials of Ruckus Cloud Wi-Fi.
- Engineering and tech support—dedicated Ruckus Cloud experts,
including account managers and technical experts, and access to
24/7 technical support, designed to ensure company and partner
success.
- Ruckus Networks Cloud Specialization badge—recognizing your
organization as an official Ruckus Cloud-Ready Specialization
partner.
This program adds to the existing Ruckus Partner Specialization
programs, including Smart Cities, Large Public Venue and Education
programs.
"This is part of our ongoing commitment to building innovative
programs to help our partners drive more value for customers in
target markets," said Raelyn
Kritzer, sr. director of worldwide partner programs. "We are
completely dedicated to bringing opportunity to our partners with
continued investment in specializations that attract, retain and
grow the best channel ecosystem."
Partner Support
"The Ruckus Cloud-Ready
Specialization program is a unique program that addresses customer
requirements for cloud-managed Wi-Fi solutions," said Hans Van
Ballaer, senior network engineer, Van
Roey. "In particular, this program gives us the added
benefit of new leads, market development funds and exclusive
pricing discounts to make us successful in the fastest growing
segment of the Wi-Fi infrastructure market."
About Ruckus Networks
Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS
company, is redefining connectivity around the globe. With our
partners, we build secure wired and wireless access networks for
organizations that place a premium on connectivity experiences for
end-users as well as simplicity for IT.
About ARRIS
ARRIS International plc (NASDAQ: ARRS) is
powering a smart, connected world. The company's leading hardware,
software and services transform the way that people and businesses
stay informed, entertained and connected. For more information,
visit www.arris.com.
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1 WW Ethernet Switch and WLAN Custom Forecast by
Vertical, 2017
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