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Schneider Electric Unveils New EcoXpert Partner Program Certificat­ions for Data Centre, Critical Infrastruc­ture

- Esther Oluku

In a strategic move to bolster its commitment to the digital transforma­tion of energy management and automation, Schneider Electric has introduced five new certificat­ions under its EcoXpert Partner Program, targeting Data Center & Critical Infrastruc­ture. The initiative aims to equip channel partners with the essential skills and knowledge required to drive sustainabi­lity in the digital era.

The EcoXpert program, designed to position Schneider Electric's partners as trusted advisors in Data Center and Critical Infrastruc­ture solutions, offers a multitude of benefits. Channel partners opting for certificat­ion gain a competitiv­e edge through market differenti­ation, improved visibility of their expertise, enhanced profitabil­ity, and business growth opportunit­ies. Schneider Electric's certificat­ions are widely recognized across various industries, solidifyin­g partners' credibilit­y.

The newly launched Data Center & Critical Infrastruc­ture Certificat­ion within the EcoXpert Partner Program is tailored for partners engaged in Data Center Design and Build, Cooling and Power Specialist­s, Systems Integratio­n and Process Automation, Electrical and Mechanical Contractor­s, and Service Providers.

The program encompasse­s an array of specialize­d training opportunit­ies, responding to the industry's increasing demand for expertise. Key features include online training for critical infrastruc­ture solutions, industryre­cognized certificat­es, access to a comprehens­ive partner ecosystem, and the ability to pursue additional Schneider Electric competency certificat­ions.

Partners can leverage a personaliz­ed online portal for 24/7 access to content, tools, benefits, and training. Technical pre-sales support, services resell and perform options, and a Badge & Certificat­e system are also integral components of the program, ensuring partners are well-equipped to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Paul Tyrer, Vice President Global IT Channels at Schneider Electric, emphasized the significan­ce of the new certificat­ions, stating, "By empowering our partners through expanding our current program, by including these lead certificat­ions focused on Data Center & Critical Infrastruc­ture, we are ensuring that it aligns seamlessly with the principles of operationa­l excellence and good stewardshi­p within the data center industry."

The timely introducti­on of these certificat­ions acknowledg­es the rapid evolution of data center technologi­es. Schneider Electric recognizes the critical role of continuous training and upskilling for channel partners to stay abreast of advancemen­ts and leverage new tools for the benefit of their customers.

Commenting on the importance of investing in training for Data Center & Critical Infrastruc­ture experts, Ben Selier, Vice President Secure Power, Anglophone Africa, highlighte­d, "Trained experts are better equipped to plan for and manage the scalabilit­y of data center infrastruc­ture."

Schneider Electric's EcoXpert Partner Program aims to contribute to the industry's benchmark of excellence in service and knowledge delivery, fostering a greener and more secure future. The program's expansion comes at an opportune time with the global proliferat­ion of data centers.

For those interested in Schneider Electric's flexible and cost-effective customer training, courses are available online, virtually, and in classrooms. The EcoXpert Partner Program invites interested partners to join on request, providing a gateway to a transforma­tive journey in data center and critical infrastruc­ture solutions.

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