The goal of the Cisco IOS-XR Routing Platforms ATP program is to develop a global VAR/systems integrator channel focused on generating revenues from Cisco CRS-1 and Cisco GSR XR12000 products, using highly experienced channel partners to implement core and edge routing solutions with Cisco IOS-XR based solutions.
Announcement: Retirement of Cisco IOS-XR Routing Platforms ATP Program
- Announcement Date: April 30, 2009
- Last day for new partners to be invited: July 31, 2009
- Retirement Date: July 31, 2009
- Program End Date:July 31, 2010
Program Participation
The ATP Program is an invitation-only program. To participate in the ATP Program, you must already possess relevant job, industry, and market credentials in the ATP technology. Before engaging with potential ATP partners, a Cisco sponsor or channel account manager (CAM) must proceed to the ATP Instruction Page for nomination, approval, and partner invitation instructions. You should take the following steps:
- Read the requirements for participation in the ATP Program.
- If identified as a participating partner/provider, complete the Cisco ATP application and review it with your CAM. If you meet all criteria, your CAM will submit a request for invitation to the ATP Theater Lead contact. Note: filling out an application does not guarantee an invitation.
- Once invited, download the audit checklist and use it to track completion of program requirements.
Partner Profile
A successful IOS-XR Routing Platforms ATP partner has experience in selling and installing carrier-scale routing platforms (which could include Cisco CRS-1 and GSR product families), as well as experience dealing with carrier-scale Class 4 and Class 5 telephony systems or optical systems.
Restricted Products
New partners can prospect leads and develop quotes for Cisco IOS-XR products and solutions during the qualification period, but cannot purchase Cisco IOS-XR products and begin deployments until they have successfully met the defined requirements for this ATP.
Restricted Product List (XLS- 1.5 MB) 
The following links are helpful to achieve ATP qualification. They provide access to additional training and resources.
Cisco IOS XR Software Introduction
Product Literature
For more information, please contact your Cisco channel account manager.
The IOS-XR Routing Platforms Satellite ATP program enables qualified IOS-XR Routing Platforms ATP partners to market and sell Cisco IOS-XR routing solutions in additional countries within a Cisco theater. Meeting the program's requirements allows a partner to be seen on the Partner Locator as an authorized IOS-XR Routing Platforms provider in those additional countries.
Program Participation
The ATP Program is an invitation-only program. To participate in the ATP Program, you must already possess relevant job, industry, and market credentials in the ATP technology. Before engaging with potential ATP partners, a Cisco sponsor or channel account manager (CAM) must proceed to the ATP Instruction Page for nomination, approval, and partner invitation instructions. You should take the following steps:
- Read the requirements for participation in the ATP Program.
- If identified as a participating partner/provider, complete the Cisco ATP application and review it with your CAM. If you meet all criteria, your CAM will submit a request for invitation to the ATP Theater Lead contact. Note: filling out an application does not guarantee an invitation.
- Once invited, download the audit checklist and use it to track completion of program requirements.
Partner Profile
The IOS-XR Routing Platforms Satellite ATP program targets service providers and system integrators. Partners must already possess design and implementation experience with gigabit switch router (GSR)-based core routing solutions in telecommunications and ISP environments. The program focuses on Cisco CRS-1 and GSR routing products.
Restricted Products
New partners can prospect leads and develop quotes for Cisco IOS-XR products and solutions during the qualification period, but cannot purchase Cisco IOS-XR products and begin deployments until they have successfully met the defined requirements for this ATP.
Restricted Product List (XLS- 1.5 MB)
The following links are helpful to achieve ATP qualification. They provide access to additional training and resources.
For more information, please contact your Cisco channel account manager.