Why Partner With Sun?

The SMCC Catalyst Premier & Strategic Developer Programs offer the best UNIX software support program in the industry.

• Communication - Developers need timely, accurate information. Sun offers open communication vehicles to keep its partners updated on all new products, programs, events and company highlights.

Global Opportunity - Global market entry is a critical component for the Sun/Developer partnership. Sun offers its developers global coverage, presence, and marketing programs.

Market/Technical Expertise - Sun helps assist and position the developer by providing technical support and access to expertise in over 40 market segments.

Partnership Leverage - Developers have partnership leverage with Sun's open business model, joint planning, and superior marketing programs which maximize developers' resources.

Channel Access - Sun's worldwide trained distribution channels allow developers to create sales opportunities in international markets/channels.

Maximized Revenue - Software partners benefit from access to Sun's UNIX/SPARC installed base (38% of the workstation/workstation server market) and price/performance leadership with more than 1 million systems shipped.

Growth Path - Sun's Catalyst programs provide a growth path to match developers' investment in, and commitment to, the Sun platform and technology.

SMCC Catalyst Program Description