| Requirements | Authorized | Silver | Gold |
| Operate as a system builder, reseller or integrator of data storage solutions | As a system builder, reseller or integrator of data storage solutions, you must have a minimum level of technical knowledge. |  |  |  |
| Register at www.open-e.com/partner-registration | Must register on Open-E’s Partner website and complete the application. |  |  |  |
| Create Open-E´s profile on your website. | Every Open-E partner is required to create a minimum presence for Open-E on their website, including the Open-E logo, company description and a link to the Open-E website. |  |  |  |
| Create your profile on our website. | Using provided tools Partner has ability to create a presence for his company on Open-E website in “where to buy” section.
This description includes Partner logo, company description and a links to the Open-E related subsites. |  |  |  |
| OECE present in company. | Highest level Partners are required to have Open-E Certified Engineers in company. A minimum of 2 for a Gold and a minimum 1 for a Silver Partner. | |  |  |
| Open-E Certified Hardware | Open-E Certified Hardware Highest level Partners are required to have in offer Open-E Certified Storage Solutions. A minimum of 2 for Gold and a minimum of 1 for a Silver Partner. | |  |  |
| Develop Business Plan of Action | Submit a quarterly business plan of action with assistance from the Open-E Partner Manager to allocate Co-op and MDF and orchestrate joint promotions. Templates and a pick list of options to consider is available. | | |  |
| Quarterly Sales Targets | Highest level Partners are required to reach predetermined sales targets to obtain higher margins and additional benefits. | | |  |