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If you're not already a Cisco partner, go to Become a Cisco partner to read the eligibility requirements and complete the registration process.

2

Go to the Partner Program Enrollment (PPE) site, and open the Eligible Programs tab. Here you can enroll in the Cloud Services Subscription Resale program.

If you’re a Webex partner, then you should have completed this step.

3

Review and complete the Cisco Collaboration SaaS Authorization Program requirements.

As part of our continuing evolution of Cisco specializations, Cisco announces the retirement of the Collaboration SaaS Specialization. As the Collaboration solutions continue to evolve, so will the Cisco Partner Program.

To ensure uninterrupted benefits, we’ve developed the following 18-month transition timeline:

TimelineDates

Retirement Announcement

August 1, 2024

Transition period

August 1, 2024- November 1, 2024

Last day to apply or renew for the Collaboration SaaS Specialization

November 1, 2024

Existing partners maintain Select Integrator level benefits associated with the Collaboration SaaS designation, but no new partners are admitted

November 2, 2024- February 1, 2026

All instances of the Collaboration SaaS Specialization will be removed from partner records and any related benefits discontinued

February 1, 2026

If you rely on the Collaboration SaaS Specialization for enrollment in other designations or benefits, you’ll need to acquire an alternative qualifying specialization before February 1, 2026. We recommend exploring all the currently available specializations Cisco has to offer as soon as possible.

Collaboration training and partner enablement resources are available on SalesConnect and through the Black Belt Academy.

If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding this transition, contact your distributor, partner account manager (PAM), or open a support case.

4

Complete the Collaboration SaaS Authorization training and exam for these roles:

  • Sales Account Manager (AM): Complete Pearson Vue Exam Requirements (Cisco Collaboration SaaS Specialization Exam #700-680 CSaaS 700-680 CSaaS exam)

  • Presales Engineer (PSE): Complete Pearson Vue Exam Requirements (Cisco Collaboration SaaS Specialization Exam #700-680 CSaaS 700-680 CSaaS exam)

5

Submit the Collaboration SaaS Specialization program application:

Sign in to the Program Management and Application tool (PMA) and select Apply to Program.
6

Complete the required fields and submit your application.

We evaluate and respond to your application (which takes up to 48 hours).
7

Enroll in the Webex Calling Partner program.

  1. Return to the Partner Program Enrollment (PPE) site, and open the Eligible Programs tab.

  2. Find the Webex Calling Partner program, click Enroll.

  3. Review the addendum and accept the Terms and Conditions.

8

Complete the Webex Calling Sales and Administration training and exam.

What to do next

You’re now able to resell Webex Calling and create trials for your customers.