In a significant development, AWS has announced that APN (AWS Partner Network) Partners are now equipped to conduct AWS Immersion Day workshops for their clientele. These immersive experiences, originally crafted by AWS Solutions Architects, are designed to guide customers through various facets of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) ecosystem. The workshops aim to empower technical professionals with the knowledge necessary to fully leverage the AWS platform, unlocking new business opportunities and achieving critical objectives.
APN Immersion Days are available to Advanced and Premier tier consulting partners, enabling them to utilize content developed by AWS experts. This exclusive package, accessible through a marketing portal, includes a comprehensive suite of resources for event management—such as presentations, hands-on labs, and other tailored materials that address essential customer inquiries.
By introducing APN Immersion Days, AWS provides its partners with a replicable framework, reusable content, and automated tools that streamline the delivery of effective technical workshops. For further details on APN Immersion Days, you can read this related blog post here.
Path to Becoming an APN Immersion Day Partner
To begin offering APN Immersion Days, consulting partners must meet specific APN tier requirements, which necessitate being classified as either Advanced or Premier. The prerequisites for applying include:
- Certifications: At least one APN Immersion Day Practitioner must possess an active AWS Certification (Associate level or higher).
- Executive Sponsorship: Partners are required to commit to ongoing APN Immersion Days and incorporate the APN Immersion Day Framework into their sales, consulting, and managed services practices.
Once these criteria are met, partners can apply through APN Partner Central, where they will find the option to submit their application. After applying, partners will be informed by the APN Immersion Day team regarding the scheduling of a one-day onboarding event prior to hosting their first workshop.
Collaborating with APN Immersion Day Partners
Currently, over 150 APN Partners are trained to facilitate APN Immersion Day workshops, offering extensive AWS expertise and hands-on experience. If you’re interested in partnering with an APN Immersion Day provider, you can learn about how to get started here, as they are an authority on this topic. Additionally, for those curious about the onboarding process at Amazon, this resource is excellent.
By enabling APN Partners to conduct these workshops, AWS strengthens its ecosystem and enhances customer engagement through valuable technical education.
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