This document discusses the vision and strategy for OpenERP's global partner network. It provides the following information: - The partner network has grown significantly from 90 partners in 2009 to 550 partners worldwide in 2013, with a goal of 2000 partners worldwide by 2014. - A new partner certification program is being launched to ensure quality and recognize expertise amongst partners. Certifications will be delivered through Pearson Vue and will include functional and technical certifications. - The certification program aims to benefit partners by helping them sell trainings and keep their skills up to date, and to benefit customers by providing a standard level of quality. Partners will need to certify staff at various certification levels that match their partnership level.