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1.

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What is the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo?

 
 

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The Sun Partner Advantage logo is the new logo for the Sun Partner Advantage Program. It replaces the iForce Partner Program logo for all partner types worldwide.

 

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Who can use the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo?

 
 

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The logo may be used by Sun partners, employees, and vendors developing partner-branded communications.

 

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3.

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Can I keep using the iForce logo?

 
 

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Partners will have six months to transition to the new logo. However, Sun will no longer support or promote the iForce logo after September 7, 2005.

 

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4.

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What happens at the end of six months?

 
 

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Partners will be expected to have fully transitioned to the new logo by that time.

 

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5.

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Can I use the logo without permission?

 
 

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No. Do not use the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo unless authorized. Go to Sun Brand Resources to learn how you can become authorized to use the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo.

 

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6.

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The colors in the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo conflict with our corporate colors. Can I change your colors to complement ours?

 
 

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No. The logo's colors must remain the same, as outlined in the Sun Brand Guidelines for the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo. The logo is available in several versions, including a one-color version that may be used as an alternative to the color versions. Refer to the guidelines for more information.

 

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7.

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Where do I find the guidelines?

 
 

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The logo and the guidelines can be found at Sun Partners website.

 

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8.

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Can I use the logo on anything I want?

 
 

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No. Follow the guidelines governing the use of the Sun Partner Advantage Program logo. If you need more information, please contact Sun Logo Team.

 

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9.

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Will logo modifiers be available as was the case with the iForce logo?

 
 

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Yes. The modifiers, such as System Provider, will be added by the regional and country webmasters for your specific location.

 

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10.

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Will the logo be available in versions that identify my partner level, e.g., Associate Partner, Principal Partner, Executive Partner?

 
 

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Yes. The Sun Partner Advantage logo will be available in versions for each partner level.

 

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11.

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Why were logos created for each partner level?

 
 

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The Sun Partner Advantage Program now offers a simple, flexible program architecture with tiered participation. The logos for each partner level were created to recognize those levels of participation.

 

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12.

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What happens if I migrate from one level to another, e.g., from Associate Partner to Principal Partner?

 
 

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You will be authorized to use the logo appropriate to your new level.

 

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13.

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What about the iForce Centers? Are their names changing?

 
 

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Yes. The iForce Centers and Authorized iForce Centers have been renamed as Sun Solution Center and Authorized Sun Solution Center, respectively.

 

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14.

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Are the iForce Centers just being renamed, or is there a change in role or structure?

 
 

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For more information on the status and role of the former iForce Centers, plesae contact the Sun Solution Centers.

 

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15.

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What about all the other iForce names? Are they changing too?

 
 

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Yes. See the list of new names below:

  • iForce Partner Program = Sun Partner Advantage Program
  • iForce Partner Program Solutions Directory = Sun Partner Solutions Directory
  • iForce Partner Care Center = Sun Partner Advantage Program Contact Center
  • iForce Partner logo = Sun Partner Advantage Program logo
  • iForce Partner Community = Sun Partner Community
  • iForce Partner = Sun Partner
  • iForce Channel Development Partners = Sun Channel Development Partners
  • iForce Partner Audience = Sun Partner Audience
  • US iForce Services Program = US Sun Partner Advantage Services Program
  • iForce Community = Sun Partner Community
  • iForce Partner Directory = Sun Partner Directory
  • iForce Partner Products Catalog = Sun Partner Products Catalog
  • iForce Solutions Directory = Sun Solutions Directory
  • iForce Networks = Sun Partner Networks
  • iForce Content Network = Sun Partner Content Network
 

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LAST UPDATED - 14.SEP.05
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