Getting Started as an APN Consulting Partner

The first step in getting started as an APN Consulting Partner is to apply for the program via the APN Consulting Partner Application Page if you have not already done so. After submitting your application, you will receive an email outlining next steps in the application process.

AWS offers a range of online resources, which can be useful in helping professional services firms build and launch new practices focused on AWS and the Cloud. Some of these online resources are included below:

Key Use Cases

AWS has seen particularly strong momentum and customer success in a number of key areas. These use cases include:

AWS Best Practices

Designing, building, and managing solutions in the cloud require a unique set of skills and expertise. Below are some whitepapers and other publicly available content, which outlines how best to develop on the AWS platform:

• Best Practices for Architecting in the Cloud
• Overview of AWS Security Processes-Whitepaper
• Data Services: S3 Versioning, Migrating to Amazon SDB from MySQL
• Processing Services: Increase Performance via Amazon CloundFront
• Moving Mission-Critical Applications into the Cloud

Go To Market

Consulting Partners with a successful business model and proven technical practice with AWS are eligible to join the AWS Partner Network, which provides the following marketing benefits:

• Listing in the AWS Partner Directory
• Use of the exclusive AWS Partner logo
• Priority for feature case studies on the AWS solutions site
• Priority for feature solution in the AWS monthly newsletter
• Eligibility for whitepaper support, webinar support, PR support and event support
• Eligibility for the AWS Partner Webinar Series
• Eligibility to attend AWS Partner Events
• Eligibility for roadmap briefings

Additional Resources

In addition to the content above, below are some general AWS links that may be helpful as you continue to ramp-up on the AWS platform: