Becoming validated with U2 software can help you demonstrate your commitment to quality in the IT industry and show your customers your solution meets key IBM integration standards for the U2 data server software.

• Designed for Independent Software Vendors (ISV's), Global and Regional Solution integrators.
• Validation of their software solutions for compatibility with IBM for U2 data server software

Value for IBM Business Partners:

• Leverage IBM and U2 brand equity.
• Product differentiation and broader customer reach.
• Greater customer interest and consideration through assurance.
• Business Partner Connection Portal.
• IBM quote in partner press release.

Value for Customers:

• Authenticated compatibility and high standards of testing for integration with U2
• Easy integration of the validated solution with U2
• Lower development cost to integrate U2 with the validated solution.
• Greater value and return of the investment.

The Validation Process Provides:

• No-cost self-validation by partner.
• Worldwide technical support to assist in validation.
• Pointers for obtaining data server software education and training at no charge.
• Handover to U2 technology, marketing and alliance management teams to assist with IBM-BP joint initiatives.
• Sales enablement materials.

For information on becoming a validated partner, email the validate team at: validate@ca.ibm.com or visit the validation page.

• Register with PartnerWorld®
• List your solution in the Global Solutions Directory and self-nominate your application for validation.
• Within 3 business days, you will be contacted, provided with details about the program and given information regarding next steps.
• The validation team offers technical support through the entire validation process.
• When the verification process is complete with successful results to the steps assigned by the IDS Validation Team, you will be notified.
• After signing the mark agreement your application will be licensed and entitled to access the Ready for U2 data server software mark.
• Questions? Contact the IDS Validation Team: validate@ca.ibm.com
• or visit the validation page.