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AWS BOX Program

Your software in
a bigger market.

Join the Awssome BOX Program pilot and turn AWS Marketplace and AWS programs into real business opportunities, with funding, expert support and a proven model.

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BOX Program

Funding

Enablement

Go-to-market

Growth

A joint program with AWS

Why join the BOX Program?

The AWS BOX Program is a collaboration between AWS and Awssome to help independent software vendors (ISVs) accelerate their go-to-market on AWS through Marketplace, co-sell and AWS programs such as funding and private offers.

Working together to grow ISVs

AWS

+

Marketplace

Co-sell

Funding

Private offers

Global reach.
Real customers. More revenue.
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$70K+ and 55+ SQLs per solution

The BOX Journey

A clear path from idea to real revenue, with funding and expert support at each milestone.

Ideate — Milestone 1

Define the opportunity with AWS, align on who you sell to and get approved for the program.

Milestone 1 funding
$20K
½ cash, ½ credits
Milestone 1 · Ideate
Ideate
½ cash, ½ credits
Define joint opportunities
Align on target customers
Complete initial application
Get approved for the program

Approved

Approved
Ready for Milestone 2

Build — Milestone 2

Put the plan and product in place for AWS Marketplace, and start building co-sell pipeline.

Milestone 2 funding
$50K
½ cash, ½ credits
Milestone 2 · Build
Build
½ cash, ½ credits
Joint business plan
Minimum viable product for AWS Marketplace

MVP

5 minute demo recording

5 min

5+ ACE opportunities

5+

5+ ACE opportunities
Pipeline shared with AWS

GTM — Milestone 3

Go to market with a fully funded lead gen campaign and the sales material to close.

Milestone 3 funding
$70K
and 55+ SQLs per solution
Milestone 3 · GTM
GTM
and 55+ SQLs per solution
Fully funded lead gen campaign

55+ SQLs

Solution brief
Solution landing page (or Marketplace listing)
Marketing & sales POCs
Commitment to nurture leads
$70K+ and 55+ SQLs
per solution
Funding is stackable with other programs (MPLS, Innovation Sandbox, POC Funding, LoB MDF, etc.)

"Save yourself the headache work with the AWSsome team. It’s like work that’s waiting gold: take advantage."

Bobbi Stattelman

Bobbi Stattelman

COO @Falcons.ai

"Awssome gave us the capability to really accelerate that journey into our partnership with AWS."

Vipul Patel

Vipul Patel

CEO @Nuroblox

"Everyone was surprised how quickly we could get started on AWS. It normally takes months; for us it took about 3 weeks."

Johannes Dancker

Johannes Dancker

CEO @Formbricks

"It took us 3 meetings, maximum 30 minutes each. Less than one day of effort to be listed against many, many days to not be listed."

Hani Chalouati

Hani Chalouati

Co-founder @Guepard

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who is the BOX Program for?

The AWS Business Outcomes Xcelerator (BOX) Program helps technology and services partners build and sell solutions that address specific business needs. This includes independent software vendors (ISVs) collaborating with other ISVs to create bundled solutions that combine complementary products. Eligibility includes Validated or Differentiated partner status and AWS co-sell eligibility, either directly or through a partner.

What kind of funding is available?

Eligible partners can access milestone-based cash funding, AWS credits, and support for lead-generation activities. Funding depends on eligibility, completed milestones, and AWS approval. Available amounts should be confirmed against the current BOX Funding Benefit Guide.

Do I need to be listed on AWS Marketplace already?

Yes. The lead ISV must have an existing AWS Marketplace listing and have passed the AWS Foundational Technical Review (FTR). These requirements are not mandatory for the second ISV participating in the bundle.

How is Awssome involved?

Awssome guides you throughout the BOX journey, providing advisory support, readiness assessments, documentation preparation, funding application assistance, and milestone coordination. From Marketplace onboarding and bundle preparation to go-to-market planning and co-selling, we help you navigate the requirements and move forward at each stage.

What’s the time commitment?

The program follows milestones covering solution design, development, market readiness, and sales. The time commitment depends on your solution’s readiness, the scope of the bundle, and the work needed to meet each milestone. A timeline should be agreed at the start of the engagement.

Same technology. More opportunities.

A bigger market for your software

Ready to take your software further?

Join the AWS BOX Program and unlock new opportunities with AWS and Awssome.

AWS BOX funding
Up to €70k
in cash and AWS credits for your next solution

AWS may fund your next solution

AWS's Business Outcomes Xcelerator (BOX) program helps eligible partners build and launch new solutions on AWS Marketplace. You could get:
  • €35k + €35k
    Cash + AWS credits
  • 55+
    Qualified leads (SQLs)
  • Up to €50k
    Marketing, reimbursed
Eligibility and funding are decided by AWS. Requires Validated status or above in AWS Partner Central.