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VIAVI Solutions Given 5-Star Rating in CRN’s 2017 Partner Program Guide

Monday, April 10, 2017
Annual guide recognizes the channel’s top partner programs

Milpitas, Calif., April 10, 2017 – VIAVI Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has given VIAVI a 5-Star rating in its 2017 Partner Program Guide. This annual guide is CRN’s definitive listing of partner programs from technology vendors that provide products and services through the IT channel. The 5-Star Partner Program Guide rating recognizes an elite subset of companies that offer solution providers the best partnering elements in their channel programs.

5-Star Rating in CRN’s 2017 Partner Program GuideTo determine the 2017 5-Star ratings, The Channel Company’s research team assessed each vendor’s partner program based on investments in program offerings, partner profitability, partner training, education and support, marketing programs and resources, sales support and communication.

VIAVI, a leader in test, measurement and assurance solutions for service providers and enterprises, launched its Velocity Partner Program in November 2015. Built on a strong technology foundation and backed by a commitment to operate in a best-in-class partner model, Velocity is a value-based partner program structured to facilitate joint investment between VIAVI and our global partners by focusing on three mutually beneficial guiding principles: growth, profitability, and collaboration.

“For solution providers, finding the right technology vendors to partner with is crucial to the health of their business, and the vast array of choices can be overwhelming,” said Robert Faletra, CEO of The Channel Company. “Our annual Partner Program Guide and 5-Star ratings help them narrow the field, identifying the most rewarding partner programs and outlining their strengths and benefits.”

“We are proud to have CRN’s recognition of the Velocity Partner Program to strengthen our reputation as a channel-centric leader in the networking and IT landscape, trusted by service providers and enterprises all over the world,” said Sergio Bea, Vice President, Worldwide Enterprise and Channels at VIAVI and a CRN 2017 Channel Chief. “In this ever-changing industry, it is crucial that we equip our respected partners with ample resources to help manage the unpredictable technology changes impacting our customers. The Velocity Partner Program empowers and enables our partners to grow, expand the VIAVI footprint, and ultimately, provide top-notch solutions for customers.”

The 2017 Partner Program Guide will be featured in the April issue of CRN and online at www.CRN.com/ppg. For more information on the Velocity Partner Program, visit corporate partners.


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About VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises and their ecosystems, supported by a worldwide channel community including VIAVI Velocity Solution Partners. We deliver end-to-end visibility across physical, virtual and hybrid networks, enabling customers to optimize connectivity, quality of experience and profitability. VIAVI is also a leader in high performance thin film optical coatings, providing light management solutions to anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, automotive, defense and instrumentation markets. Learn more about VIAVI at VIAVI Solutions. Follow us on VIAVI Perspectives, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.


About the Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequaled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. www.thechannelco.com

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