Invensys Wonderware achieves gold

Wonderware has achieved Gold Certified Partner level in the Microsoft Partner Program. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners are experts with direct training and support from Microsoft, who can build positive customer experiences with MS technologies.

The Microsoft and Invensys alliance was established to combine Invensys strengths in process and manufacturing applications and expertise in key industry segments with Microsoft's platform, technology and enterprise products. The alliance is designed to drive a new generation of Invensys solutions to provide manufacturers with real-time visibility into their plant environments and supply chains.

According to Microsoft, there are 5000 Gold Certified Partners out of a total of 775,000 partners worldwide.

Wonderware has demonstrated expertise in Microsoft's ISV/Software Solutions category, which recognises the skill and focus partners bring to a particular solution set and a partner's demonstrated ability to meet customer needs. Companies that obtain this level have a successful record of developing and marketing software based on Microsoft technologies, which Wonderware has done since its inception in 1987.

Wonderware has also achieved the Microsoft Certified Application Developer credential through the Microsoft Certified Professional program. The program provides IT professionals, developers and knowledge workers with extensive guidance and motivation to complete a thorough and relevant learning experience. Certification resources include assessments, right-sized online and classroom training, hands-on experience, technical books and skills validation through certification testing.