Partner Blog | Introducing the SMB path to Azure Solutions Partner designations
We've taken your feedback and have made the process of obtaining your Azure Solutions Partner designation more aligned to our partners who specialize in working with smaller customers. For the last 50 years, we’ve been evolving and innovating our offerings to better serve our partners and customers. The Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a key part of that evolution and innovation, and we’re excited to share that we have created a streamlined path for partners who primarily work with small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to attain Azure Solutions Partner designations. SMBs are searching for experienced partners to help them achieve their business goals, and Solutions Partner designations help them identify and validate your proven cloud and AI capabilities—showing them you’re a partner they can count on. Plus, attaining a designation unlocks a suite of go-to-market, sales, new incentives, and product benefits to help expand your customer reach, sharpen your skills, and grow your business. Continue reading hereSMB Partners: Announcing the Microsoft 365 SMB Customer Advisory Board
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Microsoft 365 SMB Customer Advisory Board (CAB), an exclusive opportunity for small and medium business (SMB) leaders to connect directly with Microsoft. This initiative is designed to foster a direct line of communication, allowing SMBs to share their insights, challenges, and feedback with Microsoft, ultimately shaping the future of our products and services. Read more hereSwiss Partner Townhall – January 30th, 9:30 CET
Dear Partners, We are inviting you to our monthly Swiss Partner Townhall, happening on Tuesday, January 30th, from 9:30 to 10:30 CET. This virtual event is your go-to source for the latest updates, insights, and opportunities to maximize your success as a Microsoft Partner. 📅 Date: January 30th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 - 10:30 CET 📍 Online 👉 Register now Agenda at a Glance Time Topic Speaker 9:30–9:35 Opening Diyor Iskandarov 9:35–9:45 Key Partner Priorities Andrew Reid 9:45–10:05 Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat Announcement Stefanie Thommen 10:05–10:20 Copilot Studio & Agents Nadine Nyffenegger 10:20–10:30 Partner Benefits Updates Jana Caduff Why Attend? Join us to explore how AI-powered tools like Copilot Chat, Copilot Studio, and Agents can transform collaboration, streamline business processes, and deliver tailored customer solutions. Plus, get key updates on the MAICPP & IUR to ensure you’re maximizing your partner benefits. This Townhall is your chance to stay ahead with cutting-edge AI innovations and unlock the full potential of your Microsoft partnership. 👉 Register now to secure your spot and kickstart a successful 2025 with Microsoft. We look forward to seeing you there. #SwissPartnerTownhall #Microsoft365 #CopilotChat #MicrosoftPartners #Switzerland #Copilot #AI
ISV for On-Prem
Hi all, We would like to develop an ISV app for on-premise deployments with our own object range (reserved by Microsoft). What are the steps that we need to take in order to allow such object range on our customers' licenses? Are there steps to take via the partner center? Thanks in advance!ISV Offering SaaS vs On-Prem
Hi all, We are a partner and have some apps on the marketplace (appsource) for customers to download. We would like to offer the same apps for on-premise deplyments as well. How would we go about object numbers and customers' licenses? How do we add our object id range we develop in to be part of the customers' license? Thanks in advance!Partner Opportunity to Influence the ISV Copilot Tooling Roadmap.
Microsoft Partners - We're sharing an opportunity for you to contribute to the Microsoft roadmap for tooling and capabilities that help ISVs build, deploy, and monitor Copilots. Voice your company's thoughts on what features and capabilities would help your company whether you're considering a custom Copilot or have already built one. Complete this survey (~5 mins) by EOD 11/22 to influence the roadmap. In this context, Copilot refers custom Copilots, Microsoft Copilots extensions, autonomous agents, and genAI infused Industry applications.
Licenses required to retain access to historic data
Hi Team, Please validate if below statement is true. We need to know the minimum number of FO licenses required to retain access to historic data on F&O as the client is migrating from on-prem FO to the Business Central cloud. We believe it should be 1 according to resources available to us, but we have been told we may require all 20 FO Licenses to retain access. Please confirm which it is. Regards, KumarLeverage the updated M365 SMB Upsell Guide for Partners
Dear Partners, Please download and leverage the updated the M365 SMB Upsell Guide for Partners. It shows how to address the most common upsell scenarios and gives guidance on what to position in the conversation with the customer. We will keep posting the latest version of the guide here once it is updated.Business Applications Partner News: Week of April 15
Check out this week's top resources to stay up-to-date on the latest Business Applications Partner News. Also - make sure to sign up for the monthly Dynamics 365 and Power Platform partner newsletters launching this quarter. What to register for: THIS WEEK! April 14-17: Directions North America April 16-18 (PDT): Business Performance Planning and Analytics Bootcamp May 16-17: Directions Asia May 30: Copilot Studio Partner Opportunity Webinar Register for upcoming Microsoft AI Training Roadshows What to download: Partner Commercial Model – Why and How to Build a Business Central Practice Microsoft Dynamics 365 Pricing Update assets: Partner Alert | Partner FAQ | customer-ready deck What to watch: Business Applications Launch Event replay Dynamics 365 FastTrack Architecture Insights: April 4 Copilot for Field Service Playbook April 4 Tech Talk: Copilot Form Filling Inline Actions Reminders: Register for the upcoming partner events! Events: May 2: Supply Chain Premium partner webinar May 9: SMB Partner Hour May 21-23: Microsoft Build Trainings: Open April 1-May 31: Q4 Microsoft Catalyst Partner Training April 24 (Day 2): Q3 CSP Masters Copilot Sales & Technical Bootcamps April 30-May 2 (PDT): Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management – Demand Planning Workshop May 13-15 (PDT) | May 15-17 (IST) (BST): SMB Sales Bootcamp
