Microsoft has started recruiting partners into its Technology Adopter Program in preparation for the next version of its Dynamics CRM software, Titan, which is scheduled for release in mid 2007.
This is the first formal introduction outside the Microsoft enclave and the company aims to bring on 300 TAP partners during Q1, rising to 1000 next quarter. As well as testing out Microsofts first multi-tenant architecture application, partners will use the time to develop vertical and application extensions, mash-ups and integration connectors. Beta site customers are expected to start getting their hands on the application in Q2.
The CRM pre-launch schedule appears to be running a little late, as previously Microsoft had said it was planning to launch the TAP program for Titan at the end of 2006 and kick off a beta program in Q1 2007 with March as the likely beta test start date. The loosely defined Titan launch date has remained constant at mid 2007, which gives the company a few months of wriggling time.
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