How Do I Enroll and Prepare for Audit?

Step 1:

Discuss your business objectives with your Cisco account team.
Use the Pre-Qualification Worksheet with your Cisco account team to assess your readiness.

Step 2:

Read and understand the MSCP program requirements

Cisco Offer-Based Channel Model Audit and Policies Document
Contains audit requirements for MSCP.
Managed Services Terms and Conditions
MSCP-specific terms and conditions that supplement existing System Integrator (SI) or Indirect Channel Partner Agreements (ICPA).
Managed Services Portfolio Requirements Document and Bills of Material
Requirements for each managed service at all available levels for that service, and eligible products listed at the product family level.

Step 3:

Familiarize yourself with the Enrollment Process
Determine the service(s) you wish to apply for using the Services Designation Chart
Prepare for audit:
- Do you have the required documentation as outlined in the Program Requirements documents?
- Do you meet the prerequisites as outlined in the Managed Services Portfolio Requirements document?
- Do you understand your obligations and entitlements?

Step 4:

Apply for the Program using the Certification & Specialization Application Tool

What's Next? An MSCP program manager will review your application and respond within five business days of submission.

For more information, contact your Cisco channel account manager (CAM) or e-mail the MSCP team.

Resources	Description
MSCP Training	Learn about MSCP and how it enables you to compete and differentiate yourself on value created for your customers.
MSCP Onboarding Kit	From Introduction to Audit, all the information you need to participate in the Managed Services Channel Program
Channel Partner Program Audit	Details the criteria required to participate in the MSCP program, including prequalification information, audit process, required items covered on the on-site audit and additional information. Review the Audit and Policies Document in its entirety to ensure that your company is properly prepared for its onsite audit.
MSCP Onsite Audit Process	Obtain an overview of the MSCP audit process, how to prepare for the audit, what to expect as well as best practices.
Enrollment Process	Review this process to understand the steps to enroll in the program.
Indirect Channel Partner Agreement (ICPA)	Companies that do not have a direct resale agreement with Cisco are required to review and accept the terms and conditions of this Indirect Channel Partner Agreement (ICPA). This agreement applies both to resellers and to companies that do not resell, but provide professional services related to Cisco products.

Direct competitors of Cisco will not be granted Cisco Partnership status (Resale, Managed Services, or Outsourcing) pursuant to the Worldwide Channel Partner Program. Direct competitors may participate only as Cisco Registered Partners. Any entity that is owned or controlled by one of these competitors may not participate as a Cisco Partner in the Resale, Managed Services, or Outsourcing Programs. Ownership or control is defined as 51% or more.