What is the Workload partner program?
The Workload partner program helps CIO office firms and independent consultants deliver capacity planning and IT portfolio missions faster — with recurring commission (15–25%), a demo sandbox, co-marketing, and a delivery stack that complements Jira and Azure DevOps.
Deliver faster.
Earn recurring revenue.
The Workload partner program for CIO office firms and independent consultants. Standardize capacity + PPM delivery on every IT engagement — without replacing Jira.
Add, never replace — Workload is the capacity and portfolio layer your clients are missing.
Partner tiers
Start as Registered, grow to Certified as you close deals, unlock Premier benefits with a framework agreement.
Registered
Independent consultants, first contact
15% recurring (year 1)
- Demo sandbox environment
- Commercial kit (PDF)
- 2-hour onboarding session
- Partner portal access
Certified
Active consultants (≥ 2 deals/year)
20% recurring
- 1-day certification
- Co-marketing (webinars, case studies)
- Mission playbooks
- Early access to product roadmap
Premier
Top CIO office firms (framework agreement)
25% + MDF
- Dedicated channel manager
- Joint account mapping
- Priority support for client deployments
- Custom co-branded assets
Why partner with Workload?
Faster mission delivery
Deploy a PMO or capacity diagnostic in days, not months. Migration kits and pre-configured templates reduce setup time on every engagement.
Recurring revenue
Earn 15–25% recurring commission on referred clients. No resale complexity — Workload bills the end customer directly.
Credible without overselling
Position Workload as the capacity + PPM layer that complements Jira and Azure DevOps — not a replacement for agile execution tools.
Standardized methodology
Reuse the same delivery stack across clients: portfolio, capacity, timesheet, CODIR reporting — with co-brandable audit grids.
Co-selling support
Joint demos, RFP support, and technical pre-sales for Certified and Premier partners on qualified opportunities.
Differentiation vs Excel
Offer a modern SaaS alternative to spreadsheet-based PMO without imposing enterprise PPM licensing (Sciforma, Planview).
Built for your practice
For CIO office firms
Standardize capacity and portfolio delivery across all your IT engagements. One tool, repeatable playbooks, higher margin per mission.
For independent consultants
Demo-ready sandbox, simple referral model, and content you can repost on LinkedIn to win the next PMO or RTE assignment.
Aligned with client reality
Clients keep Jira for backlog and sprints. You add the capacity and portfolio layer they are missing: capacity, budget, portfolio arbitration.
Product roadmap visibility
Certified partners get early access to scaled agile features (PI lite, LPM, Jira sync) for SAFe and transformation engagements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Workload partner program for?+
CIO office consulting firms and independent consultants who deliver PMO, capacity planning, portfolio management, or agile transformation missions to IT departments (typically 50–500 IT FTE).
Is Workload a reseller program?+
No. Workload uses a referral and recurring commission model. You introduce or co-sell; Workload contracts directly with the end customer. You focus on delivery and advisory, not billing logistics.
What commission do partners earn?+
Registered partners earn 15% recurring commission in year 1. Certified partners earn 20% recurring. Premier partners (framework agreements) earn 25% plus marketing development funds (MDF) on agreed targets.
Does Workload replace Jira or Jira Align?+
No. Workload is the capacity + IT PPM layer for IT Directors: portfolio prioritization, allocation, timesheet, budget, and CODIR reporting. Jira remains the system of record for agile execution.
How long does partner onboarding take?+
Registered onboarding takes about 2 hours: product walkthrough, sandbox access, and commercial kit. Full certification for active partners is a 1-day session covering methodology and demo scenarios.
Do you provide demo environments?+
Yes. All Registered partners receive a pre-configured sandbox with sample portfolios, teams, allocations, and reports — ready for client demos within 48 hours.
Can we co-brand materials?+
Certified and Premier partners can co-brand audit grids, one-pagers, and webinar slides. Premier partners also receive custom co-branded assets for RFP responses.
What support do you provide during client deals?+
Registered partners get email support for pre-sales questions. Certified and Premier partners receive joint demos, RFP support, and a dedicated channel contact for qualified opportunities.
Is there territorial exclusivity?+
No exclusive territories in the Registered and Certified tiers. Premier partners may negotiate preferred status on specific accounts or verticals as part of a framework agreement.
How do I apply to become a partner?+
Complete the partner application via our contact form or email partners@simpleworkload.com. We review applications within 5 business days and schedule an onboarding call for approved firms and consultants.
Where is my partner portal after approval?+
Once approved, sign in to Workload and open Partner space (/dashboard/partner) for your demo sandbox, deal registration, client POCs, and channel resources.
Ready to join the program?
Apply today — we review partner applications within 5 business days.