{"id":9715,"date":"2017-10-05T09:00:19","date_gmt":"2017-10-05T17:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/2017\/10\/05\/news-3488\/"},"modified":"2017-10-05T09:00:19","modified_gmt":"2017-10-05T17:00:19","slug":"news-3488","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/2017\/10\/05\/news-3488\/","title":{"rendered":"Reason #2 to Become an EcoXpert: Differentiate Your Expertise and Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Credit to Author: Jaimie Giarrusso| Date: Thu, 05 Oct 2017 15:18:38 +0000<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Last week I talked about the <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cDovL2Jsb2cuc2NobmVpZGVyLWVsZWN0cmljLmNvbS9idWlsZGluZy1tYW5hZ2VtZW50LzIwMTcvMTAvMDIvcmVhc29uLTEtYmVjb21lLWVjb3hwZXJ0LWdsb2JhbC1uZXR3b3JrLWxvY2FsLXN1cHBvcnQv&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">importance and value<\/a> that our EcoXpert network brings to its members. This week is all about differentiation, which is vital in capturing market share. See the entire <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cDovL2Jsb2cuc2NobmVpZGVyLWVsZWN0cmljLmNvbS90YWcvUmVhc29ucy10by1iZWNvbWUtYW4tRWNvWHBlcnQv&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reasons to become and EcoXpert Blog series<\/a>.<\/h4>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-41934 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Wheres-Waldo-300x216.jpg\" alt=\"EcoXpert is like Where's Waldo\" width=\"300\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Wheres-Waldo-300x216.jpg 300w, http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Wheres-Waldo-768x553.jpg 768w, http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Wheres-Waldo.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <\/p>\n<p>Much like the \u201cWhere\u2019s Waldo\u201d game, the EcoXpert partner network makes up a myriad of hidden or camouflaged characters that your customers should find.<\/p>\n<p>A silly game, you might say. Except that\u2019s pretty much how things look to a building owner or facility manager looking to hire a solution provider in building automation, power management, or energy efficiency.\u00a0Standing out in a crowded field is essential to your success. If they can\u2019t find you, how will you get the business?<\/p>\n<h4><strong>A technology solution\u2026and a business decision<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Standing out in building automation is made even harder by the fact that while today&#8217;s world requires advanced innovation and technology, it\u2019s always a <em>business<\/em> decision for your customers. So, in order to compete, you need both excellent solution capability\u00a0<em>and<\/em> savvy business branding.<\/p>\n<p>This brings me to reason #2 for joining the EcoXpert Program: Differentiation. You can learn more about the EcoXpert program <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5zY2huZWlkZXItZWxlY3RyaWMuY29tL2VuL3BhcnRuZXJzL2Vjb3hwZXJ0Lw%3D%3D&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>, but briefly, it\u2019s a partnership between Schneider Electric and some 3,000 of the world\u2019s leading systems integrators, specifiers, panel builders, electricians, and other technology partner companies. What sets the program apart is its emphasis on every aspect of technology and business. And, the program&#8217;s commitment to enabling the business growth of our partners.<\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-34480 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/EcoXpert_Generic_logo-300x175.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/EcoXpert_Generic_logo-300x175.jpg 300w, http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/EcoXpert_Generic_logo.jpg 535w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <\/p>\n<p>On the technology front, EcoXpert partners have access to Schneider Electric\u2019s comprehensive <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5zY2huZWlkZXItZWxlY3RyaWMuY29tL2IyYi9lbi9zb2x1dGlvbnMv&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">solution portfolio<\/a>, including environment and security, <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2NobmVpZGVyLWVsZWN0cmljLmNvbS9iMmIvZW4vc29sdXRpb25zL3N5c3RlbS9zMS9idWlsZGluZ3Mtc3lzdGVtcy5qc3A%3D&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smart building<\/a> automation, <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2NobmVpZGVyLWVsZWN0cmljLmNvbS9lbi9wcm9kdWN0LWNhdGVnb3J5LzQxMDAtcG93ZXItbW9uaXRvcmluZy1hbmQtY29udHJvbC8%3D&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">power monitoring<\/a> and management, remote monitoring, data analysis, as well as its IoT-enabled EcoStruxure architecture and platforms &#8211; all with open integration with other systems.<\/p>\n<p>This is combined with world-class training in Connected Power, Critical Power, Light &amp; Room Control, Datacom, and Building Automation, with certifications up to the Master level. Essentially, EcoXpert partners gain the shared knowledge of a global leader in energy management and building optimization.<\/p>\n<p>On the business side, the program fosters and encourages collaboration among partners, which not only increases your technical expertise, it also opens up new opportunities. (See my last blog on reason #1 for joining the program \u201cNetworking\u201d.)<\/p>\n<p>EcoXpert partners also share the opportunities and brand recognition that come from working with a global company. (<em>The EcoXpert program was <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5jcm4uY29tL3BhcnRuZXItcHJvZ3JhbS1ndWlkZS9wcGcyMDE3LWRldGFpbHMuaHRtP2M9MTkz&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">awarded 5 stars<\/a> in CRN\u2019s 2017 Partner Program Guide.<\/em>) We actively promote our partners through case studies and press releases, which are published on our website and digital platforms, and made available worldwide. For example, in recent months we have published partner stories from all over the world. Take a moment to watch these success videos from EcoXpert partners in <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueW91dHViZS5jb20vd2F0Y2g%2Fdj1hOGlkLUpUeWRsMA%3D%3D&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Zealand<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueW91dHViZS5jb20vd2F0Y2g%2Fdj1tLTNnRzFPS2hLSSZhbXA7dD01cw%3D%3D&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USA<\/a>, and <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cueW91dHViZS5jb20vd2F0Y2g%2Fdj1ZSXFzdTBGOGFlcyZhbXA7dD02OXM%3D&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">France<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>At Schneider Electric, we constantly look beyond the norm to provide innovative solutions, both in technology and in the way we do business. That\u2019s why EcoXpert is more than a partner program. It&#8217;s a global brand and partnership that ignites new opportunities for your business growth, all by helping you stand out from the crowd.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>In the third blog of this <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-url=aHR0cDovL2Jsb2cuc2NobmVpZGVyLWVsZWN0cmljLmNvbS90YWcvUmVhc29ucy10by1iZWNvbWUtYW4tRWNvWHBlcnQv&#038;feed-stats-url-post-id=40883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">series<\/a>, published next week, we&#8217;ll look at how the EcoXpert Partner Program helps foster your growth.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Share your thoughts with me on becoming an EcoXpert partner! Leave a comment below.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31922 size-medium\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/EcoXpert_Base_logo-300x112.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"112\" srcset=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/EcoXpert_Base_logo-300x112.jpg 300w, http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/EcoXpert_Base_logo.jpg 453w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>  <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/?feed-stats-post-id=40883\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" style=\"display: none;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/building-management\/2017\/10\/05\/reason-2-become-ecoxpert-differentiate-expertise-business\/\">Reason #2 to Become an EcoXpert: Differentiate Your Expertise and Your Business<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\">Schneider Electric Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/building-management\/2017\/10\/05\/reason-2-become-ecoxpert-differentiate-expertise-business\/\" target=\"bwo\" >http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/feed\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Credit to Author: Jaimie Giarrusso| Date: Thu, 05 Oct 2017 15:18:38 +0000<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Last week I talked about the importance and value that our EcoXpert network brings to its members. This week is all about differentiation, which is vital in capturing market share&#8230;.  <a href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/building-management\/2017\/10\/05\/reason-2-become-ecoxpert-differentiate-expertise-business\/\" title=\"ReadReason #2 to Become an EcoXpert: Differentiate Your Expertise and Your Business\">Read more &#187;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/building-management\/2017\/10\/05\/reason-2-become-ecoxpert-differentiate-expertise-business\/\">Reason #2 to Become an EcoXpert: Differentiate Your Expertise and Your Business<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\">Schneider Electric Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"colormag_page_container_layout":"default_layout","colormag_page_sidebar_layout":"default_layout","footnotes":""},"categories":[12389,12388],"tags":[12425,12432,12429,12426,10495,12446,15530,14665,12427],"class_list":["post-9715","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-scadaics","category-schneider","tag-building-management","tag-ecostruxure","tag-ecoxpert","tag-energy-managementenergy-efficiency","tag-iot","tag-power-management","tag-reasons-to-become-an-ecoxpert","tag-smart-building","tag-sustainability"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9715","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9715"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9715\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9715"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9715"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9715"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}