In addition, the SUSE Public Cloud Operation Services program enables SUSE Cloud Service Providers to leverage designated or shared SUSE engineers to set up, deploy and manage the lifecycle of SUSE products in their cloud infrastructure worldwide. "SUSE is giving partners more and better opportunities to serve cloud customers and maintain lasting relationships," said Jerome Perez, deputy general manager of NEURONES-IT. "Certification, training, support and consulting services end up reducing costs and increasing effectiveness of cloud service provider partners." Thierry Chaumeron, product manager for Cloud Services at Cloudwatt, said, "Enterprises are increasingly embracing hybrid clouds to enhance resource efficiency. Portable subscriptions are a critical next step to drive further adoption by simplifying the business and support model for hybrid cloud.