The name change was made to create a more descriptive and memorable URL, consistent with our equally useful developer.googleapps.com and deployment.googleapps.com sites. As for the new look, the goal was to make navigation easier and surface previously low traffic pages that offer useful information. Changes were made primarily to organization and marketing content. There are redirects in place so links in the forum and bookmarks to the old site will be taken to the appropriate page on the new site.
Take the time to tour the site if you haven't yet done so, it should help boost the productivity of your Google Apps business.
Some key changes:
- simplified left navigation bar to focus on the most relevant content and make information easier to find
- addition of current news boxes on home page to highlight site updates or announcements, webinars and events
- addition of 'My program tools' section in left navigation bar so resellers have quick links to reseller console functionality
- revamped marketing section with a new structure and additional content including,
- updated Google Apps logos and icons
- updated Google Apps datasheets and case studies
- a guide for writing case studies
- a guide for hosting and participating in events and webinars
- tips for creating a Google-related website or newsletter
- info on Google products that can help resellers connect with customers (i.e. Local Business Center)
