The Qualcomm Partner Network is Qualcomm’s global partner program, designed to support innovation and growth across strategic technology segments. It provides a consistent, programmatic approach to onboarding, enabling, and promoting partners.

 

The program was previously named the Qualcomm Advantage Network; it was renamed to align with Qualcomm’s diversification strategy and to better reflect the expanded scope and strategic focus on high-growth technology segments through dedicated partner Tracks.

Tracks are dedicated segments within the program - each focused on a strategic high-growth technology area. Tracks organize partners by their expertise and business focus, providing tailored resources, support, and opportunities for collaboration. This structure allows partners to receive relevant enablement, training, and visibility aligned to their market segment, making it easier to innovate and scale with Qualcomm^® technologies.

Qualcomm Partner Network Tracks:

• AR/ VR/ MR
• Audio and Hearables
• Industrial and Embedded IoT
• Networking
• PC/ Laptop
• Smartphone
• Wearables

   

Note that members of the prior Authorized Distributor sub-program are now part of the Qualcomm Partner Network Tracks, based on each company’s technology focus.

The partner network brings together a diverse ecosystem of organizations and experts, each playing a unique role in driving innovation and development with Qualcomm technologies. By clearly defining these roles, every partner - whether building products, providing services, or distributing solutions - can access tailored resources and support, and be easily discovered by customers searching for specific types of partners.

Manufacturing, Development, and Design

• Hardware Providers
  • Component Vendors: Supplies individual components used in manufacturing, including peripherals such as cameras.
  • Embedded Design Centers or Module Makers: Designs and develops embedded systems for IoT and may create modules and reference designs.
  • Original Design Manufacturers: Designs and manufactures products sold under another company's brand.
  • Independent Hardware Vendors: Designs, manufactures, and sells hardware products independently, often as components integrated into OEM systems.
  • End Device Makers or Original Equipment Manufacturers: Produces components or products used in final products; assembles and sells to end customers.
• Authorized Design Centers: Expert design services and support for Networking technologies, including module creation and reference designs.
• Test Centers: Provides specialized facilities and expertise to validate, certify, and ensure quality of hardware and software.

 

Technology and Service Providers

• Software Providers
  • Operating System Providers: Develops and maintains operating systems for various devices.
  • Independent Software Vendors: Develops, markets, and sells software (e.g., algorithms or applications) independently of hardware providers.
  • Independent UEFI/BIOS Vendors: Develops and maintains BIOS and UEFI firmware for platforms.
• System Integrators: Delivers end-to-end solutions combining hardware, software, and services.
• Cloud Service Providers: Delivers computing, storage, and application services through cloud platforms.
  
  

Sales and Distribution

• Authorized Distributors: Organization authorized by a manufacturer to distribute its products.
• Manufacturer Representatives: Independent sales agents who sell a manufacturer's products to wholesale and retail customers.
   

Academia

• Educational institutions involved in research, development, and training

Qualcomm Partner Network members gain access to:

• Technical and business training
• Development support for Qualcomm based offerings
• Global promotion through Qualcomm’s marketing channels
• Marketing assets and co-branding opportunities

1. Evaluate which Qualcomm Partner Network Track is the right fit for your company. Some Tracks allow you to apply directly, while others require you to be invited by Qualcomm Technologies. To see which Tracks accept applications and which require an invitation, as well as the eligible partner roles for each Track, visit the Qualcomm Partner Network overview page to explore the different Tracks.
2. Request to join a Track. Once you find the right Track for your company, go to the bottom of the Track page to launch the process to request to join that Track.
3. Sign in or create a Qualcomm ID. If you already have a Qualcomm ID, sign in using your individual work email. If you do not yet have a Qualcomm ID, follow the prompts to create one. (“Don’t have a Qualcomm ID? Sign up here.”)
4. Follow the guided steps. Complete the guided online forms to complete the request to join the selected Track. This will include submitting your company information as well as your employee profile information.  
5. Approval and access: If your company is approved for Track membership you’ll be notified and will gain access to the Qualcomm Partner Network Partner Portal and program benefits once accepting the program’s Terms of Use.

Note: For Distribution partner inquiries, email: [email protected].

If you are a new employee at a company that is already a Qualcomm Partner Network member, follow these steps to access the Partner Portal:

1. Access the Partner Portal: From any Qualcomm Partner Network web page, select “Partner Portal Log In.”
   
2. Sign in or create a Qualcomm ID: If you already have a Qualcomm ID, sign in using your individual work email. If you do not yet have a Qualcomm ID, follow the prompts to create one. (“Don’t have a Qualcomm ID? Sign up here.”)
   
3. Complete your employee profile to gain access to the Partner Portal: When prompted, enter your employee profile information. Once completed, you will automatically receive access to the Partner Portal under your company’s existing Qualcomm Partner Network membership.

Training and enablement resources are available on the Qualcomm Partner Network Partner Portal, and available to members when they log in.

After your company membership is approved for the Qualcomm Partner Network and you have created your company listing on Qualcomm.com: 1) Submit your Qualcomm based offerings (e.g., development hardware, peripherals, software, solutions, end devices, or services) through the Partner Portal for review. 2) If approved, your offerings will be published on relevant pages across Qualcomm.com.

 

Please note: Each member company has an administrator who can add partner offerings and edit the company listing. By default, the administrator is the first employee who completes the company listing. To change your administrator, please contact https://www.qualcomm.com/support/partner/support

In addition to being featured on Qualcomm.com, partners may be promoted through other Qualcomm-managed channels, such as social media and events. This increases their visibility to potential customers and industry stakeholders, helping to expand their reach and impact within the Qualcomm ecosystem.

If you are a current or prospective member partner needing technical support related to the Qualcomm Partner Network, please complete the following form and our team will be in touch:

https://www.qualcomm.com/support/partner/support