Lenovo 360: A 5-Star Program Partners Actually Use

Lenovo has once again been recognized by CRN as a 5-Star Award recipient in the 2026 CRN Partner Program Guide.

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Channel partner programs are critical for organizations seeking expansion. Effective programs facilitate growth by broadening market presence, accelerating sales cycles, and encouraging innovation through collaborative resources. By equipping partners with comprehensive products, services, tools, training, and incentives, vendors can strategically enter new markets, enhance customer retention, and increase revenue. High-performing programs function as a partner ecosystem that prioritizes integrated partner experiences, profitability, and, ultimately, client value.

In a successful partner program, everyone wins. That’s why the Lenovo 360 partner program has been recognized with a prestigious 5-Star Award in the 2026 CRN Partner Program Guide.

The Value of the CRN 5-Star Award

Each year, the CRN Partner Program Guide serves as the go-to resource for channel partners evaluating the depth, strength, and long-term value of vendor partner programs designed to support sustained success in a rapidly evolving channel landscape. The 5-Star Award represents the highest level of recognition within the guide and is reserved for partner programs that demonstrate exceptional alignment with partner growth, profitability, and long-term business evolution.

Key Partner Program Updates This Year

The Lenovo 360 partner program has evolved, making it simpler, smarter, and more rewarding for partners globally. The 'learn and earn' incentives and training are being revamped with simpler qualifications and less complexity. Lenovo is also making it easier for partners to collaborate by streamlining quoting, ordering, and administrative tasks.

The Lenovo 360 Solutions Hub was launched in April 2023 as an advanced enablement tool within the Lenovo 360 global channel framework. Designed to equip partners with sales resources, guided selling, and co-selling tools, it is currently accessible in 51 markets, supporting 56 channel-ready solutions across eight languages. This past year, Lenovo introduced new, custom-tailored journeys for education, managed service providers, and global system integrators.

Looking Ahead: Simplification for Continued Success

Lenovo’s main objective for the next year is to simplify and enhance the Lenovo 360 program for partners. They plan to streamline qualifications, incentives, and operations, making processes faster and easier. By offering improved training, AI-based learning tools, and expanded resources, Lenovo will equip partners to drive growth and deliver more customer value. Tailored communications and co-branded marketing campaigns will boost demand and pipeline development, especially in areas like AI, hybrid work, and managed services.

With Lenovo, you have a partner that invests in your success as much as you do. Discover how Lenovo 360 can help your organization adapt to an ever-changing market, respond to shifting customer needs, and strengthen its position through smarter technology for all.