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Partner Categories

SAP supports the following partner categories, each an excellent opportunity for collaboration and participation:

Software partners -- These partners provide complete, technically verified turnkey software solutions that extend and add value to SAP solutions. In addition, third-party software vendors can develop applications based on SAP's standard, release-stable interfaces.
Services partners -- SAP's services partners are consultants who help SAP customers implement and integrate SAP solutions, optimize business processes, and provide strategic business consulting.
Technology partners -- SAP works with leading technology vendors to provide the infrastructure for SAP solutions, including hardware platforms, databases, storage systems, networks, and mobile devices.
Hosting partners -- These companies provide turnkey solutions and services by hosting SAP solutions.
Small and midsize business (SMB) channel partners -- SAP delivers its SMB solutions through a network of certified providers and partners that provide services such as one-stop shopping and turnkey operations.
Content partners -- These partners integrate their data, intellectual property, or information services with SAP solutions.
Education partners -- Education partners work with SAP to deliver high-quality, professional training in SAP solutions and technology.
Support partners -- SAP works with partners to ensure that our customers receive the best possible support throughout the life cycle of SAP solutions.

In addition, partners can participate at different membership levels -- from local to global alliance partners whose reach and commitment are worldwide. For more information, see SAP Partner Membership Levels.

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