====== UNICIS PARTNER PROGRAM ====== **Welcome to the Unicis Partner Programme.** Join a growing ecosystem of consultants, MSSPs, resellers, integrators, and technology companies helping organizations navigate cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance — together. --- ===== 🚀 APPLY TO BECOME A PARTNER ===== **Ready to partner with Unicis?** Complete our partnership application form: 👉 **[[https://erp.unicis.tech/public/partnership/new.php|Apply Now – Partnership Registration Form]]** **Typical approval timeline:** 2-3 weeks | **No application fees** | **Free to join** --- ===== 📋 PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS ===== Unicis offers **5 partnership models** designed to fit your business. Choose one, combine multiple, or apply for **Premier Partner** access to all channels with guardrails. ==== REFERRAL PARTNERS ==== **Refer customers to Unicis and earn recurring commission.** | **Commission Structure** | 20% recurring revenue share (lifetime of customer subscription) | | **Commitment** | None — refer at your pace | | **Ideal For** | Consultants, advisors, accountants, legal professionals | | **Key Benefits** | Dedicated partner portal, co-branded materials, partner manager support | 📖 **Full Template:** [[partnerships:templates:referral-partner-agreement|Referral Partner Agreement]] --- ==== RESELLER PARTNERS ==== **Resell Unicis licences directly to your customers under your own brand or as part of managed services.** | **Pricing Model** | Up to 30% margin on licences (volume-tiered) | | **Service Models** | Cloud SaaS, self-hosted, white-label options | | **Commitment** | No minimum order requirement | | **Ideal For** | MSSPs, IT service providers, system integrators | | **Key Benefits** | White-label option, priority support, joint go-to-market, volume discounts | 📖 **Full Template:** [[partnerships:templates:reseller-partner-agreement|Reseller Partner Agreement]] --- ==== TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS ==== **Integrate your product with Unicis via REST API, webhooks, or MCP servers. Build connectors and automations that extend the platform.** | **Integration Types** | REST API, webhooks, MCP servers, custom integrations | | **Revenue Model** | Co-sell share on integrated deals | | **Commitment** | Integration must be production-ready | | **Ideal For** | SaaS companies, security vendors, workflow tools (n8n, Zapier, Snyk) | | **Key Benefits** | Listed in integration directory, co-marketing, early API access, co-sell opportunities | 📖 **Full Template:** [[partnerships:templates:technology-partner-agreement|Technology Partner Agreement]] --- ==== CONSULTING PARTNERS ==== **Deliver GRC, ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR, and CRA implementation projects on top of Unicis platform. Certify your team and become a recommended implementation partner.** | **Certification** | Free mandatory training (~2 hours) + certification exam | | **Revenue Model** | Direct service billing (you set your rates) | | **Specializations** | ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR, CRA, risk management, awareness training | | **Ideal For** | GRC consultancies, DPOs, cybersecurity firms, law firms | | **Key Benefits** | Certified partner badge, training academy access, partner directory listing, lead referrals, deal protection | 📖 **Full Template:** [[partnerships:templates:consulting-partner-agreement|Consulting Partner Agreement]] --- ==== PREMIER PARTNERS ==== **All-access program with flexible engagement across Referral, Reseller, Technology, AND Consulting channels — with clear rules to prevent conflicts.** | **Requirements** | One of: €50k+ revenue commitment OR 10+ customer commitments OR strategic fit | | **Minimum Term** | 24 months (with quarterly business reviews) | | **Revenue Models** | All four channels (choose per deal to avoid conflicts) | | **Ideal For** | Ambitious partners wanting multi-channel revenue with support from Unicis | | **Key Benefits** | Dedicated partner manager, priority support, quarterly reviews, co-marketing, early access, annual summit | **Core Principle:** Premier Partners can work across all channels, but follow deal registration rules to ensure transparency and prevent double-dipping. 📖 **Full Template:** [[partnerships:templates:premier-partner-agreement|Premier Partner Agreement]] --- ===== 📊 PROGRAM COMPARISON ===== | **Feature** | **Referral** | **Reseller** | **Technology** | **Consulting** | **Premier** | | **Revenue Share** | 20% recurring | 20-30% margin | Co-sell (varies) | Direct billing | All four models | | **Commitment** | None | None | Integration ready | Certification | 24-month minimum | | **Partner Manager** | Upon request | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (dedicated) | | **Certification Required** | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes (~2 hrs) | ✅ Yes | | **Directory Listing** | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (Premier tier) | | **Co-Marketing** | Limited | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (proactive) | | **Quarterly Reviews** | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Mandatory | | **Early API Access** | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | | **White-Label Option** | ❌ No | ✅ Yes (qualified) | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes (if Reseller) | | **Application Fee** | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | --- ===== 💡 HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM ===== **Ask yourself:** **1. What's your primary business model?** * "I refer customers but don't deliver services" → **Referral** * "I sell/resell software licenses" → **Reseller** * "I build integrations & APIs" → **Technology** * "I implement compliance projects" → **Consulting** * "I do multiple things at scale" → **Premier** **2. What's your commitment level?** * "Ad-hoc / opportunistic" → **Referral** (no commitment) * "Regular but flexible" → **Reseller or Technology** (no formal targets) * "I want structure & growth" → **Consulting or Premier** (targets + reviews) **3. Do you want multiple revenue streams?** * "One model is enough" → Pick one program * "Multiple models, but with safeguards" → **Premier Partner** (deal registration prevents conflicts) --- ===== 🔑 KEY PRINCIPLES ===== ==== No Double-Dipping ==== Partners cannot stack multiple revenue models on the same customer/deal. **Example:** * ❌ Refer customer (earn 20% commission) AND later resell to them (earn 30% margin) * ✅ Refer customer (earn 20% commission) to one company; Resell to a different company **How it works in Premier Program:** You register each deal with ONE revenue model. That model is locked in for that customer. ==== Transparency & Deal Registration ==== For significant opportunities (€10,000+), Premier & Consulting Partners register deals with Unicis. **Benefits:** * Prevents conflicts with other partners * Locks in revenue model for that customer * Enables Unicis to support you effectively * Protects your commission/margin ==== Fair Revenue Sharing ==== | **Program** | **Who Earns** | **How Much** | | Referral | Partner | 20% recurring | | Reseller | Partner | 20-30% margin | | Consulting | Partner | Direct service rates (you decide) | | Technology | Both | Co-sell share (10-20%) | | Premier | Partner (one model per deal) | Per selected model | --- ===== 🤝 PARTNERSHIP PROCESS ===== **From Application to First Deal in 4 Steps** ==== 1️⃣ APPLY ==== Fill out the [[https://erp.unicis.tech/public/partnership/new.php|partnership registration form]]. Tell us: * About your business * Your customers * Which program(s) fit you **Review timeline:** 3 business days ==== 2️⃣ ONBOARDING ==== Once approved: * 1-hour onboarding call with your Partner Manager * Access to Partner Portal (customer management, billing, referral tracking) * Sales materials, demo environment, API docs * Product training (if needed for your program) **Timeline:** 5-10 business days ==== 3️⃣ CERTIFICATION (if applicable) ==== For Consulting & Premier Partners: * Complete Unicis Partner Certification (~2 hours, online) * Covers: Platform overview, frameworks (ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR), sales process * Free; no exam fee **Timeline:** 30 days ==== 4️⃣ START CO-SELLING ==== * Register your first deal (if Premier/Consulting) * Access co-branded proposals * Leverage Unicis support for joint customer calls * Start earning commissions/margins * Attend quarterly business reviews (if Premier) **First deal closed:** Typically within 30-90 days --- ===== 📞 SUPPORT & CONTACT ===== | **Question Type** | **Contact** | **Response Time** | | Application status | partners@unicis.tech | 3 business days | | Technical (API, integration) | partners@unicis.tech | 24 hours | | Partnership strategy | [Partner Manager] | 48 hours | | Contract/legal | partners@unicis.tech | 1 week | **Partner Manager assignments begin after onboarding.** --- ===== 🌍 MARKETS & FOCUS ===== **Unicis is used globally, with particular strength in:** * **Primary:** Germany, Estonia, EU/EEA * **Growth:** UK, France, Nordics, Switzerland * **Emerging:** Asia-Pacific, North America We actively seek partners in: * Regulated EU markets (financial services, healthcare, critical infrastructure) * Growth markets (startups, SMEs navigating compliance) * Vertical specializations (fintech, legal tech, SaaS) --- ===== 💼 WHY PARTNER WITH UNICIS ===== ==== Growing Market ==== The global GRC software market is projected to reach **$64B by 2028**. Every organization needs compliance — your customers included. ==== Open-Source Advantage ==== Unicis is open-core. No vendor lock-in for your customers. Easier sales conversations. Self-hosted deployment options for regulated sectors. ==== Multi-Framework Platform ==== One platform covers: * ✅ ISO/IEC 27001 * ✅ EU NIS2 * ✅ GDPR * ✅ SOC 2 * ✅ NIST CSF * ✅ CIS Controls * ✅ C5 * ✅ PCI DSS * ✅ CRA * ✅ And more... The only tool your customers need across their compliance journey. ==== Recurring Revenue ==== SaaS subscription model means you earn recurring commission/margins — not a one-time fee. **Example:** 20% referral commission on a €100/month customer = €20/month for 60+ months (if customer stays). ==== Dedicated Partner Success ==== You get: * Named Partner Manager * Co-selling support * Joint pipeline reviews * Access to partner community * Not just a portal login ==== European-First Focus ==== Built for European regulation (GDPR, NIS2, C5, BSI), Unicis is the natural choice for partners serving the EU market — especially Germany. --- ===== 📚 ALL PARTNERSHIP TEMPLATES ===== **Start here based on your program:** * 📖 [[partnerships:templates:referral-partner-agreement|Referral Partner Agreement]] * 📖 [[partnerships:templates:reseller-partner-agreement|Reseller Partner Agreement]] * 📖 [[partnerships:templates:technology-partner-agreement|Technology Partner Agreement]] * 📖 [[partnerships:templates:consulting-partner-agreement|Consulting Partner Agreement]] * 📖 [[partnerships:templates:premier-partner-agreement|Premier Partner Agreement]] **For program managers & internal team:** * 📖 [[partnerships:templates:start|Partnership Program Overview]] (this page) --- ===== ❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ===== ==== Is there a fee to become a partner? ==== No. The Unicis Partner Programme is free to join. There are no upfront fees, no minimum commitments, and no certification costs. ==== What commission do referral partners earn? ==== Referral partners earn **20% recurring commission** on the net revenue of every converted customer for the lifetime of that customer's subscription. **Example:** Refer a customer at €100/month → earn €20/month as long as they subscribe. ==== Can I self-host Unicis for my customers? ==== Yes. Reseller and Consulting partners can deploy Unicis on-premises or in a customer's private cloud. Self-hosted deployments are subject to a licence agreement. ==== Do you offer white-labelling? ==== White-label options are available for **qualified Reseller Partners** with minimum commitment. Contact your Partner Manager to discuss requirements. ==== How long does partner certification take? ==== The online certification is approximately **2 hours**. It covers the Unicis platform, key frameworks (ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR), and the partner sales process. Renewal is annual (1-hour refresher + assessment). ==== Can I combine multiple programs (Referral + Reseller + Consulting)? ==== Yes! Apply for **Premier Partner** program. You gain access to all four channels with clear rules: * Choose ONE revenue model per customer (deal registration locks it in) * Prevents conflicts and ensures transparency * Requires 24-month commitment + quarterly reviews ==== Which markets does Unicis focus on? ==== Unicis is used globally but has strong focus on: * **Germany** (primary market) * **Estonia** (company HQ) * **EU/EEA** (regulatory focus: GDPR, NIS2, C5) We actively seek partners in regulated EU markets and growth regions. ==== How are disputes resolved? ==== For Premier & Consulting Partners: 1. Discussion with Partner Manager (3 business days) 2. Escalation to VP Partnerships (if unresolved) 3. Resolution within 10 business days Standard programs have email support (partners@unicis.tech). ==== Can I terminate my partnership? ==== **Referral/Reseller/Technology:** Year-to-year; either party can terminate with 30 days notice. **Consulting:** Typically annual after initial term; 60 days notice. **Premier:** 24-month minimum term; 90 days notice to end initial term; 60 days thereafter. No penalties for early termination (except Premier's 24-month minimum). --- ===== 🎯 READY TO GET STARTED? ===== **👉 [[https://erp.unicis.tech/public/partnership/new.php|Complete Your Partnership Application Now]]** Questions? Email: **partners@unicis.tech** --- **Last Updated:** August 2026 | **Version:** 1.0 For internal use: See [[partnerships:admin|Partnership Program Admin]] for management tools.