1. Microsoft Partner Security requirements As we step into FY20, it's clear that Microsoft will be putting a lot of emphasis on “SECURITY” for Cloud solution provider (CSP) program. This first segment of the blog will take you through the latest security requirements defined for all indirect resellers. Note: Click on the links/URL provided throughout…
New CSP Program Updates Resource Gallery Microsoft had announced the new CSP Program Updates Resource Gallery – a searchable collection of all CSP resources found in the Partner Center announcements enabling CSP partners to quickly find materials they’re looking for using a robust filter, sort, and free text search features. You can access and start…
After three months of competing for our most coveted reward prize of the year, we are pleased to congratulate the following organisations who have won the Come Fly With Us trip to Microsoft Inspire 2019. Congratulations to the 10 Australian partners who have achieved huge Azure and 365 growth and we can’t wait to celebrate…
Microsoft Partner Agreement is coming September 1, 2019 Effective September 1, 2019, the Microsoft Partner Agreement (the new version of the Cloud Solution Provider program partner agreement), will be available to all regions on Partner Center, replacing existing CSP partner agreements. Additionally, as part of this new enhanced process, all CSP indirect resellers will need…
Audio Conferencing complimentary dial-out period extended to Nov 30 2019 Microsoft has announced the extension of the complimentary dial-out period for Microsoft Skype for Business Online Audio Conferencing to November 30, 2019. After November 30 2019, Microsoft will move to the Audio Conferencing steady state in which customers will receive 60 minutes per user…
A recent survey of 102 Australian MSPs across 14 locations asked the question “When you think about your engagement with customers which of the following best applies to you?” with the following responses: Being clear about your differentiating value proposition is closely aligned to an understanding of your customers and their specific needs. Changes that…
Windows virtual desktop is now public preview Microsoft had announced the public preview of the long-awaited windows virtual desktop on March 22nd. Windows Virtual Desktop is the only virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that delivers simplified management, multi-session Windows 10, optimisations for Office 365 ProPlus and support for Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments. It allows you to deploy and scale Windows desktops and apps on Azure…
Enhance security and compliance without having to upgrade to E5 Microsoft announced two new Microsoft 365 security and compliance offerings in January that will be available for purchase in CSP and EA on February 1, 2019. The two new offerings are: 1.Identity & Threat Protection—This new package brings together security value across Office 365, Windows…
