Introduction:

 

Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a comprehensive, ever-expanding global infrastructure platform. AWS helps companies succeed by giving them the building blocks they need to scale and grow their businesses. And as an AWS Partners, you can help your customers take full advantage of AWS.

So, how can you get started as an AWS Partner? Here are four steps to get you started on the right foot.

 

1.Join the APN

 

The first step is to join the APN. The APN is a global partner network made up of tens of thousands of technology and consulting businesses in over 190 countries who are committed to helping customers maximize their use of AWS.

 

As an APN member, you will have access to exclusive resources, benefits, and support to help you succeed with AWS. You will also be able to connect with other APN members in our online forums so you can share best practices, find answers to technical questions, and more.

 

To join the APN, visit the APN website and click on the "Join Now" button.

 

2.Get training and certification

 

After you've joined the APN, the next step is to get training and certification for yourself and your team. This will ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to sell, deploy, and operate AWS solutions successfully.

 

AWS offers free digital training courses and exams through our Amazon Partner Network Learning Portal. We also offer instructor-led training courses and bootcamps at our locations around the world or on-site at your company.

 

In addition, AWS Partner Solutions Architects are available to help you plan and design your AWS solutions.

 

To get started with training and certification, visit the Amazon Partner Network Learning Portal.

 

If you're already an AWS Partner and would like to access exclusive resources, benefits, and support, visit the APN website.

 

3.Build your practice on AWS

 

Now that you've joined the APN and gotten trained and certified, it's time to start building your practice on AWS. Start by assessing your current skill set against our partner solution requirements document which outlines what it takes to be successful in key partner solution areas such as DevOps, Big Data, Migration, Security & Compliance, or Storage & Backup Solutions.

 

Once you've identified where your skills gaps are, invest in those areas so you can deliver value to your customers quickly and efficiently using industry-leading tools and services from AWS.

                                    

4.Promote your practice with APN Marketing Central

 

Last but not least, don't forget to promote your new practice! To do this effectively, leverage APN Marketing Central (https://apn-marketingcentral.). This site contains all of the tools and resources you need to build a successful marketing plan including customizable marketing templates, logos & badges for your website or social media channels, videos & webinars on hot topics in the industry, paid search campaigns that you can launch in minutes, & more!

 

Conclusion:

 

Starting an AWS practice from scratch can seem like a daunting task but luckily there's a wealth of resources available to help you get started as an AWS Partner. By following these four steps - joining the APN; getting trained and certified; building your practice; promoting your practice - you'll be well on your way to success as an AWS Partner!