Why Front Runner for Windows Azure Platform
When you join the Front Runner program, you can access one-on-one technical support
by phone or e-mail from our developer experts, who can help get your applications
in the cloud. Once your application is compatible, you'll get a range of marketing
benefits to help you let your customers know that you're a Front Runner.
Technical Benefits
- Access aggregated technical resources all in one place.
- Get one-on-one application support from development experts.
Marketing Benefits
- Show your Front Runner stamp on all your marketing materials.
- Help with Microsoft solution profile that can connect you
to millions of potential customers.
- Customizable PR template to maximize your customer outreach.
Additional Benefits for MPN Members
- Ready-to-go marketing campaign: Enjoy US$1000 discount on campaign costs.
- Our product logo program confirms your solution works seamlessly with the Microsoft platform
Why Windows Azure Platform
The Windows
Azure platform offers a flexible, familiar environment for developers to
create cloud applications and services. With Windows Azure, you can shorten your
time to market and adapt as demand for your service grows.
Windows Azure offers a platform that is easily implemented alongside your current
environment.
- Windows Azure: operating system as a service
- Microsoft SQL Azure: fully relational database in the cloud
- Windows Azure platform AppFabric: makes it simpler to connect cloud and on-premises
applications
- SQL Azure, which is included in Windows Azure platform, provides you a familiar relational
database in the cloud with pay as you grow scale and rely on business ready SLA.
