Program Overview
The dotCMS Partner Program has two tiers – Standard Partner and Certified Partner. The primary difference between the two is a training requirement for all Certified Partners. In return, Certified Partners receive a greater level of support from and access to dotCMS.
What organizations are best suited
for the dotCMS Partner Program?
dotCMS seeks regional, national or global Digital Agencies, System Integrators and Web Development organizations that focus on large vertical markets. dotCMS partners provide their clients with consulting, design and UX, implementation, integration and customization services. dotCMS provides the web content management system (WCMS), and if requested, support and professional services.
How is the dotCMS Partner Program different? Better?
The dotCMS partner program is based on building a meaningful commitment between dotCMS and all Partners. dotCMS requires that Certified Partners retain two trained personnel. Having such expertise on staff provides Certified Partner customers with the assurance of a quality implementation. dotCMS provides Certified Partners with lead generation activities such as co-branded case studies, PR support, and if warranted, sharing of costs in trade shows. No other CMS vendor provides this benefit – even those who charge partners $10,000.
Which tier is right for your organization?
If you plan to do business with dotCMS opportunistically – one or two implementations/year – then the Standard Partner level may be right for you. If you plan to make dotCMS an integral part of your new business efforts, then consider the Certified Partner level.
| Standard Partner | Certified Partner | |
|---|---|---|
| Benefits | ||
| System Admin and Developer Training | Free (1)* | Free (2) |
| Free "Boot Camp" Admission | No | Yes (1) |
| Marketing Assistance | None | 2 Joint Events/yr |
| Featured on dotcms.org | Yes | Yes + Home Pg |
| Marketing Materials | Yes | Yes |
| Co-Branded Case Study | None | Yes |
| Pricing Discount (all prods, svcs) | 20% | 20% |
| dotCMS Enterprise Subscription | Free | Free |
| 5 Support Tickets | Free | Free |
| Late Stage Sales Support | No | Yes |
| Sales Training | Free (1) | Free (2) |
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| SA and Dev Certification Exam | None | Required to Pass |
| Marketing and Sales Plan from Partner | No | Yes |
| COMMITMENTS | ||
| Cost to Join Program | $500 | $2,500 |
| Retain Technical Implementation Certifications | NA | Yes |
