{"id":10165,"date":"2026-01-17T20:06:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T19:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/partnernews.sophos.com\/en-us\/?p=10165"},"modified":"2026-01-19T09:26:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T08:26:48","slug":"sophos-expands-global-deal-close-spiff-program-to-silver-gold-platinum-titanium-partners-worldwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/partnernews.sophos.com\/en-us\/2026\/01\/partner-program\/sophos-expands-global-deal-close-spiff-program-to-silver-gold-platinum-titanium-partners-worldwide\/","title":{"rendered":"Sophos Expands Global Deal Close SPIFF Program to Silver, Gold, Platinum &#038; Titanium Partners Worldwide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Partner success is our priority at Sophos, which is why we continue to invest in programs that help you grow. We\u2019re excited to announce that the<strong> Sophos Global Deal Close SPIFF program is now open to all Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Titanium partners worldwide through the end of the fiscal year (March 31, 2026),<\/strong> giving more partners access to consistent, global incentives.<\/p>\n<p>This expansion increases earning potential and rewards more partners for driving new Sophos opportunities \u2014 while strengthening alignment between partner success and our global growth strategy.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>For partners already participating, nothing changes at this time. <\/u><\/strong>You\u2019ll continue to register deals, close opportunities, and earn rewards under a similar structure you\u2019re familiar with, now as part of a stronger, more inclusive global program.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>New Partners: Simple Enrollment Requirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As part of expanding access, we\u2019re introducing a streamlined opt-in process to ensure every partner is set up for success from day one.<\/p>\n<p>To participate, newly enrolled Silver, Gold, Platinum, or Titanium partners must complete the following requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An authorized representative must submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/lp.sophos.com\/IncentiveOptIn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SPIFF program opt-in form<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Participating sales executives take the <a href=\"https:\/\/3.id.sophos.com\/sso\/saml2\/NetExamCustomersSID3\/login?RelayState=%2Fsaml%2Fnetexam%2Fauthenticate.php%3Fdestination%3Dcs171145\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sophos Quick Start Sales course<\/a> in the Sophos Academy<\/li>\n<li>Participating sales engineers hold at least one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sophos.com\/en-us\/training\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">technical certification course<\/a> in the Sophos Academy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These requirements ensure that partner teams have the foundational sales and technical knowledge needed to confidently position and support Sophos solutions \u2014 ultimately helping you close more deals and maximize SPIFF earnings.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/portal.sophos.com\/#search?text=&amp;ismetro=true&amp;nametab=rewards%20\/%20spiffs&amp;tabid=51\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch this video<\/a> (portal login required) to learn more about this great, newly expanded incentive.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Participate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve opted in and your sales and technical teams have met the training prerequisites:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Register and qualify deals<\/strong> through the Sophos Partner Portal<\/li>\n<li><strong>Close eligible opportunities<\/strong> that meet the SPIFF criteria<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submit for payout<\/strong> directly within the portal<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get rewarded<\/strong> quickly, transparently, and consistently<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Details of the SPIFF may vary based on country or location, so please review the applicable regional incentive flyers for full program specifics, including terms, payout structures, and regional guidelines \u2013 available in the <a href=\"https:\/\/portal.sophos.com\/#search?text=&amp;ismetro=true&amp;nametab=rewards%20\/%20spiffs&amp;tabid=51\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Partner Portal<\/a> from January 19, 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Committed to Your Success<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We believe this expansion, combined with an easy opt-in process and foundational training, will empower more partners to accelerate deals, strengthen customer relationships, and grow with Sophos.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to securing organizations around the world. We\u2019re excited to celebrate your success.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s grow \u2013 and close \u2013 more business together.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Superior security outcomes. 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