According to the info available, Windows 8 RTM would be released in April 2012 and from couple of jobs posted separately, it seems Microsoft is gearing up and recruiting people for marketing of Windows 8.
Within past one week two jobs has been posted on Microsoft Careers site referring to Windows 8, which clearly states that Microsoft is preparing for the launch of Windows 8.
Here is what one job post reads-
Key responsibilities for the Retail Windows and SDA Category Marketing Manager include:
• Drive and execute the Windows @ Retail and SDA integrated marketing strategy and vision in the regional retail channel, including managing new channels or method of distribution
• Define and influence the various elements of the marketing mix and key retail programs within the region that will direct and influence ROI based on the business goals
• Land Windows @ retail category strategies at retail to maximize revenue and socket opportunity
• Manage the relationship with Regional OEM marketing and Windows Consumer BG to Maximize PC opportunities through collaboration and planning
• Provide in depth business analysis on the regional Windows @ Retail and SDA business performance for revenue, attach and margin
Key Measures of Success
Key measures of success are tired directly to the Windows and SDA scorecard.
• Windows FPP/WAU revenue and unit performance
• Windows @ Retail scorecard metrics
• Strength of relationship across Windows @ retail internal and external ecosystem including OEM, BG, CCG
• Landing of Windows 8 launch in the channel including retail offers
Microsoft is expected to release Windows 8 Beta during Build conference which is scheduled to be held in September where we may expect more news about the upcoming Operating System. Also our sources are saying that Microsoft has completed work on Windows 8 Milestone 3 and have started working on Windows 8 Beta branch, though now there seems to be no leak in near future.
