Siemens PLM Software announced that it was selected as the highest rating (5-Star) for the 10th consecutive year in the '2016 CRN Partner Program Guide' published by CRN.

Published annually, this guide contains a list of companies that supply products or provide solutions through IT channels. The Top-Rated Partner Program selects leading companies that offer the best partnering elements in channel programs to solution providers.

Siemens PLM Software's Channel Partner Program supports a community including 8,500 technical experts from over 800 partner companies. Through this program, Siemens partners provide quality and business to manufacturers.



Furthermore, Siemens PLM Software partners are helping tens of thousands of related customers across various regions and industries transition into optimized digital enterprises. Siemens PLM Software’s Channel Partner Program supports partners in differentiating themselves and achieving profitability in the PLM market by enabling them to secure expertise, technical competitiveness, and sales excellence.

Robert Faletra, CEO of Channel Company, stated, “Solution providers must base their partner selections on a wider range of criteria than before. It is crucial to verify whether they possess appropriate technology and a proper approach strategy.” “This is because it is a factor that distinguishes between the successful adoption of new technologies and business models and the resulting unnecessary and difficult integration work,” he said. “CRN’s annual partner program guide and rigorously selected rating results can serve as valuable reference materials for solution providers to find suitable partners.”

"With initiatives changing the direction of manufacturing, such as Industry 4.0, a commitment to customer value and deep industry expertise have become essential for successful partnerships in the PLM market," said Vice President Zobrist. "I believe winning the highest rating for 10 consecutive years is a recognition of our continued commitment to the partner community and a reflection of Siemens PLM Software's efforts to establish innovative programs for partner specialization and development."