The new status enables customers to get a glimpse at the next generation of hosting technology before it is released to the public.

Future Hosting, an Internet solutions provider serving small to medium sized businesses internationally, announced today it has attained exclusive SWsoft Platinum Partner status as recognition of its commitment to the software company's control panel and server management solutions.

Today's announcement allows the company to more closely collaborate with SWsoft on the implementation of its software. The company states that it currently uses SWsoft's control panel and server management solutions for its shared, VPS and reseller hosting offerings.

The company asserts that they shall now enjoy larger discounts on SWsoft products and services and access to higher priority technical support, should a software issue be detected. As a Platinum Partner, it is also invited to participate more broadly in SWsoft software beta programs.

"We view SWsoft as a leading software maker in our industry, and it is an honor to reach this status with such an important partner in hosting. Many of our products and services hinge upon the stable and innovative software solutions that SWsoft has developed over the years," said Charles Kowalski, Future Hosting Chief Operating Officer. "It has been our customers who have benefited most from the work SWsoft has done to increase usability and flexibility of hosting software solutions."

"SWsoft is pleased to name Future Hosting as an SWsoft Platinum hosting partner in recognition of their significant commitment to our technology and go-to-market initiatives," said Kurt Daniel, vice president of marketing, SWsoft. "As a Platinum partner, Future Hosting will continue to benefit from SWsoft's OPEN FUSION technology initiative to advance an open hosting platform."