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đ€ Save the Date: AMA with the Microsoft Fabric Leadership Team!
Weâre excited to announce an upcoming Ask Me Anything (AMA) session with the Fabric Leadership Teamâa unique opportunity for partners to engage directly with the leaders shaping the future of Microsoft Fabric! đč Featured Leader Bogdan Crivat, Corporate Vice President, Azure Data Analytics đïž Date & Time Thursday, February 17 8:00â9:00 AM PT đŹ Ask Your Questions Have topics you want the leadership team to address? Submit or upvote your data analyticsârelated questions now: đ https://aka.ms/AMAwithFabricLT đ„ Who Can Join? This AMA is exclusive to members of the Fabric Partner Community. If you're not yet a member, join here to participate in future calls: đ https://aka.ms/JoinFabricPartnerCommunity
The actual reason for 715-123160
Hello there, I understand that "Microsoft runs on trust" but even after opening a ticket I've not been told what's the trust issue. The only answer I have is: Microsoft runs on trust. We engage in a rigorous set of evaluation and certification processes; as a result your request was blocked I'm a Microsoft Partner since few years, it's not a new enrollment, why can't I know what changed and caused this issue? Honestly, I'm the one who's losing faith in Microsoft. Is there a valid reason? Ok, I accept it but I need to know what's the reason otherwise is just a system error.
Clarification on Courseware Completions Metric for TSP Qualification
Hi DanDonohueâ We are seeking clarification on whether Applied Skills learner achievement code redemptions contribute toward the Courseware Completions metric for TSP qualification. Specifically, could you please confirm whether this metric applies only to official Microsoft instructor-led courses mapped to a defined course ID (for example, MS-900) with redeemed achievement codes, or if Applied Skills achievements, individual Microsoft Learn modules, or other Learn-based credentials are also included? Thank you, ArchitTSP Courseware Completions not populating in Partner Center
Hi DanDonohueâ We are seeing an issue with TSP qualification data in Partner Center. Courseware Completions are not populating. Exam unit purchases and average response score are reflecting correctly. However, Courseware Completions remain at 0/1000, even though learners have redeemed achievement codes for Applied Skills. We would like clarification on the expected behavior of the Courseware Completions metric. First, are completions counted only for official Microsoft instructor-led courses mapped to a specific course ID, such as MS-900, with achievement code redemption. Second, should Applied Skills, Microsoft Learn modules, or other Learn-based achievements also contribute to this metric. Any guidance on whether this is expected behavior or a known issue would be appreciated. We can share screenshots if needed. Thank you, Zaib
Access Issue to Pearson VUE Store â TSP Status Confirmation Needed
Hello Microsoft team, I completed the TSP onboarding form on December 19 and have been a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) since early 2025. I received a confirmation email that my onboarding form was successfully submitted, but I have not yet received an email confirming that my TSP status has been granted. I am now trying to access the Pearson VUE store at https://msstore.pearsonvue.com/but I am unable to log in. I receive an error stating that my Partner ID and Location ID are incorrect, even though they are entered correctly (see attached screenshot). Could you please advise on how to resolve this issue and confirm my TSP status so that I can gain proper access? Thank you for your assistance! Best regards, Jordy Smits
Actual Release Dates for AB-XXX courses
Hello A TSP is asking the actual course release dates with MS Learn material for the following courses: AB-100 AB-730 AB-731 AB-900 The latest courseware title plan (dated January 23, 2026) mentions that AB-730, AB-731 and AB-900 are "released" and I can see MS Learn content for them. The exams are still under beta though. The TSP wants to make sure the exam is completely out of beta, so that when they market the course, people sign up for it, take the course, they can then take exams immediately. I understand AB-100 is only releasing on January 30, 2026 but the courseware title plan says February 6, 2026. Regards Chintan Patel
Tech Talks presents: FTRSA Updates & M365 Copilot in Power Apps: The Future of Side Chat
Join us on Thursday, January 29th at 8am PTâŻas Kellie Piber, Principal Program Manager, CXG Community & Storytellingâ presents 'FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect (FTRSA) Award: Program Updates' and Marc Schweigert, Principal PM Manager, Power Appsâ presents 'M365 Copilot in Power Apps: The Future of Side Chat'. Join us for our next Tech Talks session, where Kellie Piber will walk through the latest updates to the FTRSA program, including new requirements and changes. This is a great opportunity to get clear, actionable guidance directly from the source. We will also be joined by Marc Schweigert, Principal PM Manager, for an in-depth look at the new M365 Copilot in Power Apps capability. Marc will showcase a live demo, share insights into the roadmap, and explain how customers can transition to this powerful feature. The session will conclude with an interactive Ask Me Anything (AMA) segment. We hope to see you there! Call to Action:⯠Click on the link to save the calendar invite: https://aka.ms/TechTalksInvite⯠View past recordings (sign in required):âŻhttps://aka.ms/TechTalksRecording
How do I know my company TSP status?
Does the Partnering Centre show the TSP status of a company once it has registered, and is there a way to verify this? Having received the confirmation email below and acted accordingly, can I begin delivering courses using an MCT with the appropriate competencies? This also leads to another question: is the first year of TSP admission primarily intended to build up the required metrics in the dashboard? Still albeit confused, even after going through a similar question in some other thread and onboarding information provided in the email below. Every pointer is much needed and appreciated please. Take note of below I have received the welcome email and acted accordingly: Welcome to the Microsoft Training Services Partner Program! Went through and created below where needed Register for Microsoft Learn Admin Access â Create a Metrics that Matter survey account â Register for Pearson Vue and ALH accounts â(still having issues creating one) Familiarize yourself with the TSP dashboard on Partner Centre Kind Regards Solomon UwagboleScale sales growth through Microsoft Marketplace
Negotiated deals are one of the most effective growth levers - especially when partners are part of your strategy. Explore how customer private offers, multiparty private offers, and partner led reselling can help you deliver flexible pricing, simplify procurement, and empower your sales ecosystem - all without rebuilding your app or agent. Learn how to choose the right deal structure and scale with negotiated deals. Read more and scale smarter: Scale your sales growth with negotiated deals and reselling with ease | Microsoft Community Hub
Duplicate functionality due to added functionality (1st of July)
In July additional functionality will be added to several Microsoft products, in this case I have a customer that currently has Microsoft 365 E3 and a separate Defender for Office 365 Plan 1 license. Both licenses will be renewed on the 31st of march, therefore an annual subscription until 30th of march 2027. In July the functionality of de Defender for Office 365 Plan 1 will become part of the Microsoft 365 E3 plan. Will it be possible to cancel the remaining months of the Defender for Office 365 Plan 1 license or do we need to accommodate for this and change the Defender for Office license to monthly and then cancel the subscription the 1st of July?Winning in 2026 and beyond: Key insights from Ultimate Partnerâs Livestream
2026 is reshaping partner strategy at a pace weâve never seen before. AI, cloud marketplaces, ecosystem-led growth, and shifting buyer behavior are transforming how partners influence, co-sell, and win. During Ultimate Partnerâs January 13 livestream, analyst Jay McBain and Microsoft leader Cyril Belikoff offered deep insight into the trends defining the year ahead. Cyril Belikoff,(VP of Commercial Cloud & AI Marketing at Microsoft) Key takeaways Frontier Firm Framework: Enrich Employee Experiences â Reinvent Customer Engagement â Reshape Business Processes â Bend the Innovation Curve. Microsoft introduced Work IQ, Fabric IQ, and Foundry IQ to help organizations operationalize AI. Agent 365 enables governance, security, and observability for AI agents. Microsoft Marketplace is now unified into a single experience and growing rapidly. Resale-Enabled Offers (REO) unleash scale by connecting ISVs with resellers/MSPs globally. Jay McBain (Chief Analyst at Omdia) Key takeaways âOpportunity â thatâs the word for partners in 2026.â Tech is expected to grow more than 10%, with massive upside in AI-related services. 96% of enterprise deals involve multiple partners. Co-selling and influenceânot resaleâdrive the majority of wins. Marketplaces are accelerating. Indirect influence is rising even in areas where resale declines. âEarly partner involvement determines who wins the deal.â Visibility into the ecosystem is becoming essential. Many deals are shaped months before a vendor or seller ever see activity. Certifications matter. 80%+ of customers evaluate partners based on competencies and continuous learning. AI services are the fastest-growing partner opportunity, with >35% CAGR projected through 2030. Partner action plan for 2026 Invest in continuous AI upskilling and certifications. Use ecosystem tools to detect early influence moments. Publish or resell offers in Microsoft Marketplace. Prioritize data modernization to unlock AI impact. Lean into co-selling and multi-partner orchestration. The partners who embrace ecosystem visibility, continuous learning, and marketplace-driven growth will be best positioned to win in 2026 and beyond. If you missed the livestream, you can watch a recap here: Podcast - Ultimate Guide to PartneringÂź Join the movement Ultimate PartnerÂź is built for one thing: helping partnership leaders achieve their greatest results by staying ahead of the tectonic shifts in AI, marketplace, co-sell, and ecosystem-led growth. Learn More and attend upcoming events here: Events - Ultimate Guide to PartneringÂźIdentity Verification Rejected in Partner Center â What Are the Next Steps?
Hello, our Microsoft Partner Center identity verification was rejected with the following message: 'Based on the information you have provided, your organization does not currently meet the requirements to pass verification. There are no appeals available, and the application has been closed.' We understand that this application is closed and that no appeal is available for this verification attempt. In addition, we are currently unable to create a support ticket in Partner Center for this verification issue, as the option to submit a ticket is not available to us. Could you please clarify: - What are the recommended next steps after receiving this message? - Is reapplying the correct action in this situation, and if so, what is the proper way to proceed? - Is there a required or recommended waiting period before reapplying? Thank you for your guidance.Unable to complete Partner Center Enrollment
Hello, I am trying to enroll in the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. I can get through the process (fill out company information, etc.) but when I go to the final acceptance form and click submit, it constantly throws an error: I can sign in to the Partner Center but cannot open a support ticket because the "contact support" dialogue has no entry for workspace and will not let me enter anything: Is there a workaround to submit a ticket on this?Microsoft AI Office Hours Sessions 2026 (DACH Region)
Weâre preparing the launchpad for several exciting AI Office Hours sessions in 2026! These sessions are specifically designed for Microsoft partners in the DACH region and will focus on relevant AI topics. đ° 23 January 11:00-11:45 | Detecting Fraud with Multi-Agents â Agent Framework / MCP A live demo of end-to-end fraud detection using Microsoftâs multi-agent stack, from orchestration to anomaly detection and human-in-the-loop control. Speakers: Benjamin Tokgöz, Florian Follonier, PhD đ https://lnkd.in/eXfZDCrr đ 27 February 11:00-11:45 | Becoming Frontier â What it means for Customers and Partners What Frontier Firms look like, how human âagent teams reshape operating models, and how Microsoft partners can help customers on journey and benefit along the way. Speaker: Lutz Jannausch đ https://lnkd.in/ees8U279 đȘ 27 March 11:00-11:45 | Microsoft Fabric â FabCon Updates and AI-Readiness Key takeaways from FabCon 26 and practical guidance on preparing data estates for AI-ready Microsoft Fabric architectures. Speaker: Lisa Wolffhugel đ https://lnkd.in/etCeuu_J đ§ April - Date coming soon | Microsoft Partner Programs and Incentives An overview of partner programs, incentives, and how to align them with AI- and agent-driven opportunities. Speaker: Franziska SchĂ€fer Cascalho Registration link coming soon.ICYMI | Upcoming CSP events!
Upcoming events Be sure to register for the latest upcoming digital and in-person events in AI Business Solutions. January 22 (New York) ââŻAI Tour for Partners January 27-29 (EMEA/Americas)âŻââŻAccelerate Agentic AI â Project Ready January 27-29 (Americas)âŻââŻDynamics 365 Solution Architect Bootcamp (AI ERP) January 28-30 (Asia)âŻââŻDynamics 365 Solution Architect Bootcamp (AI ERP) January 28-30 (EMEA/Americas)âŻââŻAccelerate Agentic AI â Project Ready January 29 â CSP Partner Hour February 3-4 (Brazil) ââŻImplementing D365 Contact Center February 3-4 (Asia)âŻââŻAgent-Powered Business Processes Automation February 4-5 (EMEA)âŻââŻAgent-Powered Business Processes Automation February 4-5 (Americas) ââŻAgent-Powered Business Processes Automation February 9âŻ(EMEA)âŻââŻLevel Up CSP Microsoft 365 Copilot, Agents,âŻand Dynamics 365 Business Central Sales Bootcamp February 10 (Americas) ââŻLevel Up CSP Microsoft 365 Copilot, Agents,âŻand Dynamics 365 Business Central Sales Bootcamp February 10 (EMEA) ââŻLevel Up CSP Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agents Technical Bootcamp February 10 (SĂŁo Paulo) ââŻAI Tour for Partners February 11 (Americas) ââŻLevel Up CSP Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agents Technical Bootcamp February 26 (London) ââŻAI Tour for Partners March 10 (Paris) â AI Tour for Partners March 17-19 (San Diego) ââŻAI Agent and Copilot Summit NA March 24 (Seoul)âŻââŻAI Tour for Partners April 8 (Tokyo) â AI Tour for Partners April 20 (Sydney) â AI Tour for Partners May 5 (Zurich) â AI Tour for Partners On-demand digital events ICYMI â Access content from recent digital events on demand! Scale with Cloud and AI Endpoints Partner Sales Bootcamp Agentic AI + Copilot, Partner Skills Accelerator CSP Marketing Moment Episode 6: Maximize Microsoft 365 Renewals: Upsell with AI and Security value Level Up CSP Copilot and Agents Q2 Sales and Technical BootcampsCSP digital events
Now on demand: CSP Marketing Moment Episode 6 â Maximize Microsoft 365 Renewals: Upsell with AI and Security Value If you missed the latest CSP Marketing Moment event, youâll want to catch it on demand. Learn about Copilot Business and how to turn Microsoft 365 renewals into strategic upsell moments by positioning Business Premium, E3, and E5 as the foundation for security and Copilot readiness. Youâll learn how to build a go-to-market plan that drives adoption and monetization across Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Chat, and agentic solutions. Register and watch the latest CSP Marketing Moment recording on demand Register for upcoming Level Up CSP bootcamps: February 9, 10, and 11 Level up your expertise with our dynamic sales and technical bootcamps! Master upsell strategies for Microsoft 365 renewals and craft a winning GTM plan across Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Chat, agents, and more. Dive into hero scenarios, flexible licensing, and live multi-agent demos while exploring the latest on Microsoft 365 Copilot Business. Plus, get hands-on with security, compliance, and automation - connecting productivity with AI-powered processes to accelerate growth. Select your time zone and register for the February Level Up CSP technical and sales bootcamps Explore the complete Level Up CSP events calendar Check out the January 29 quarterly Business Applications CSP Partner Hour Curious about whatâs new for partners in the Business Applications CSP space? Join us on January 29 to get the latest news about promotions, assets, and program updates to help you accelerate growth. Register for the January 29 CSP Partner Hour now Bookmark the Scale Business Operations with AI page on the new Partner Hub to check the latest content, including partner practice building and GTM resourcesMoving an app from AWS to Azure
Moving an application from AWS to Azure is more than a simple liftâandâshift. Successful replication requires selecting the right Azure services to support scalability, security, and longâterm growth. This article outlines the key migration considerations software development teams must address to successfully replicate AWSâbased applications on Azure. Walk through how to: Map core AWS services to their Azure equivalents Design Azureâready architectures with the right identity and security foundations Avoid common pitfalls that slow migrations and increase rework Discover the key Azure resources that help teams: Move faster with confidence Reduce rework during development and deployment Set a strong foundation for longâterm success on the Azure platform Read the full blog here: Replicating your AWS application to Azure: key resources for software development companies | Microsoft Community HubExplore paths for database migration into Azure
As organizations accelerate their multicloud strategies, choosing the right approach to database migration is essential for ensuring performance, scalability, and long-term flexibility. Microsoftâs latest article, âExpanding the Multicloud Advantage: Database Migration Paths into Azure,â provides practical guidance for navigating migration options, evaluating architectural considerations, and maximizing the benefits of Azureâs data platform services. If your team is looking to broader your customer base and enhance your apps's exposute by bringing your AWS-based solution to Azure and listing it on Microsoft Marketplace, this resource offers valuable insights to support informed, strategic decisionâmaking. Read the full article: Expanding the multicloud advantage: Database migration paths into Azure | Microsoft Community HubNEWSLETTER: Microsoft Elevate Partner Monthly Newsletter | January 2026
Weâre excited to share the January 2026 edition of the Microsoft Elevate Partner Monthly Newsletter, featuring a refreshed look and feel for H2. The updated format is designed to make it easier to find what matters mostâkey updates, partner opportunities, and resources to help you stay aligned with Elevate priorities and drive greater nonprofit and education impact. âš Whatâs new for H2: A cleaner, more streamlined newsletter experience Clearer highlights of whatâs new and whatâs coming Easier access to events, programs, and partner resources đ Download the Microsoft Elevate Partner Monthly Newsletter | January 2026 Take a look and let us know what you thinkâmore updates and partner-focused content coming soon!
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