MapR unveils global big data reseller programme

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The converged data analysis platform is already sold by hundreds of resellers globally

Converged data platform provider MapR Technologies has unveiled the MapR Converge Partners global programme. It will provide partners go-to-market resources for the MapR platform.

Data analyticsThe Converge Partners programme focuses on nurturing alliances worldwide with select consultancies, platform and software providers, resellers and distributors.

The programme, comprised of Affiliate, Preferred and Elite tiers, includes enablement and strategic support with marketing and sales alignment. The Affiliate level is for new partners with demonstrated industry expertise.

The Preferred level is for established partners with regional presence and the Elite level is by invitation only. Technology partners can receive product certification through detailed product evaluation and testing, which verifies interoperability with MapR.

Hundreds of big data channel, system integration and technology companies are already partnering with MapR, said the supplier.

Geneva Lake, vice president, worldwide alliances, MapR Technologies, said: “The industry recognises that we provide a highly differentiated data platform, and we have built up this worldwide alliance programme to help our partners drive new revenue and accelerate big data deployments worldwide.”

The MapR converged data platform integrates file, database and event streaming data in a single platform for storage, processing and analysis.

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