This IDC study presents a profile of Bedrock Managed Services and Consulting as an example of the emerging trend of partner networks. It discusses the approach taken by Bedrock and provides guidance on best practices that are key to successful partner aggregations.

"IDC believes that networks and consortia of partners are one of the next major trends in partner activity. The degree to which vendors can successfully enable and support partner networks will affect their ability to grow in the SMB market and in industry verticals." ? Marilyn Carr, IDC research director, Global Software Partnering and Alliances