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🚀 Low Code Revolution with Microsoft Copilot Studio & Agents; 15-16 May 2025🚀
We're excited to offer to our Swiss partners an exclusive two-day training, delivered by our partner Fast Lane. Ensure you enhance your enablement with AI-driven automation, productivity, and exceptional customer experiences. More details and registration available here: ME-WSLCRMCSA - Workshop: Low Code Revolution mit Microsoft Copilot Studio & Agents – Fast Lane📣 Microsoft Partner Townhall – April 2025🚀
This session will equip you with valuable insights and practical tools - from navigating regulatory and compliance topics to showcasing real-world success stories - empowering you to unlock new opportunities and elevate your business. 📆 April 24, 2025 | 9:30–10:30AM | Online 🔗 Register now Agenda & Speakers: 🔷 Top of Mind – Essential updates with Marc Holitscher 🔷 US Cloud Act – Key regulatory & compliance strategies with Daniel von Büren 🔷 Empowering Partnerships: Successful Dynamics 365 Business Central Implementation Across Microsoft Partner Ecosystem - Partner success story with Adriano Perolini and special guest speakers Jan Wild and Samuel Zürcher 🔷 Events & Partner Enablement Updates – Key resources & opportunities with Diyor Iskandarov ✨ Secure your spot and register for the entire FY25 Partner Townhall series using the same link to stay connected and informed throughout the year. Let’s connect, innovate, and grow together. 🚀 🔗 Register now🚀 Calling All Microsoft Partners 🚀
We're thrilled to announce that the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards nominations open on June 18, 2025! These awards celebrate the transformative impact you make - from driving innovation in AI and security to championing sustainability and industry transformation. This is your chance to gain global recognition for your achievements! 📅 Important: June 18, 2025: Nominations open This Spring: Guidelines will be published, so you'll have plenty of time to prepare your submissions Plus, we're excited to announce a future LIVE AMA (Ask Me Anything) event where you can engage directly with the POTYA team and get your questions answered in real time. Stay tuned for more details, and in the meantime, be sure to check out the inspiring stories of our 2024 winners on the POTYA Homepage. Let's showcase our success and innovation together!Copilot Studio Pricing Guide
With more and more features, functionalities, Agents and capabilities coming to Copilot Studio this link to MSLearn might be helpful to calculate potential costs of your AI solution built with Copilot Studio. It digs into scenarios for pay-as-you-go and message packs. Especially the brand new features Agent flow and deep reasoning are already inclded. Billing rates and management - Microsoft Copilot Studio | Microsoft LearnAI Guide for Swiss SMEs: Mastery and Implementation
The Growing Importance of AI for Swiss SMEs Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the daily operations across all industries. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), AI opens up new business opportunities and has the potential to significantly enhance efficiency and productivity through tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot. According to the study "New Technology: The Projected Total Economic Impact of Microsoft 365 Copilot For SMB," AI is set to revolutionize business processes profoundly. Cross-Organizational Potential of AI Utilization Over 50% of Swiss SMEs are already incorporating AI into their processes, yet only 9% are using it systematically. Studies reveal that 42% of companies anticipate noticeable efficiency and productivity gains within the next two years. AI can accelerate administrative tasks, automate data analysis, and support lead generation in sales, among other applications. The potential uses span the entire value chain and various roles within SMEs. Building Knowledge and Competence as Key Factors To remain competitive, it is crucial for SMEs to develop a fundamental understanding of AI, systematically build knowledge, and continuously expand practical applications. Establishing a solid foundation of AI knowledge and competencies enables strategic decision-making and efficient operational measures in the era of this transformative technology. About The AI Guide This guide by Innovate Switzerland is a carefully curated collection of selected content that makes the diverse field of AI accessible for different roles within SMEs. It aims to help SMEs find a productive entry point into the topic, build trust in AI technologies, and successfully implement them both strategically and operationally. Key Takeaways for Microsoft Partners AI's Growing Role: Emphasize the increasing significance of AI for Swiss SMEs and the transformative potential of tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot. Educational Resources: Highlight the availability of concise and informative resources for understanding generative AI and Microsoft 365 Copilot. Broad Applications: Showcase the wide-ranging applications of AI across various business processes and roles within SMEs. Competence Building: Stress the importance of developing AI knowledge and competencies to make informed strategic decisions and enhance operational efficiency. Supportive Guide: Promote the training guide by Innovate Switzerland as a valuable resource for SMEs to navigate the AI landscape effectively. By leveraging these insights, Microsoft Partners can better support Swiss SMEs in their AI journey, helping them unlock new opportunities and drive growth through innovative AI solutions. Discover more and access the full guide here: German: https://innovate-switzerland.ch/de/ki-verstehen-und-anwenden French: https://innovate-switzerland.ch/fr/comprendre-et-appliquer-lia/📣 Microsoft Partner Townhall – March Edition 🚀
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest industry insights, technology updates, and business opportunities at the March Partner Townhall. This session will keep you informed on the key trends, innovations, and strategies shaping the Microsoft partner ecosystem. From practical guide to AI and the latest security updates to cutting-edge cloud advancements and partner enablement, our experts will equip you with the insights and tools needed to unlock new opportunities and drive business success. 📆 March 27, 2025 - Online 🔗 Register here: https://aka.ms/swisspartnertownhall Agenda & Speakers: 🔷 Top of Mind - Key insights from Andrew Reid 🔷 AI Guide for Swiss SMEs - Practical strategies with Primo Amrein 🔷 Azure SMB Path in the MCAIPP Designation - Deep dive with Andre Heim 🔷 New E5 Security and Compliance Suites - Essential updates with Jasmin Quadrelli 🔷 Partner Enablement Updates - Key resources & updates with Diyor Iskandarov ✨ Secure your spot and register for the entire FY25 Partner Townhall series using the link to stay connect and informed throughout the year. Let’s connect, innovate, and grow together.🚀Coming soon: Microsoft Copilot specialization
The Microsoft Copilot specialization showcases your expertise providing consulting and professional services around Copilot. Once available in June 2025, the Microsoft Copilot specialization will demonstrate your experience and capabilities with Copilot, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Chat, Copilot Studio, and agents. Partners with this specialization can help their customers: Explore AI Advisory Services for Microsoft Copilot. Adopt Copilot. Deliver data security and deployment. Enable extensibility with agentic focus. With the Microsoft Copilot specialization, you can continue to work toward attaining a Solutions Partner designation for Modern Work and/or a Solutions Partner designation for Business Applications. If your organization has already attained one or both of these designations, please review the criteria for earning a Microsoft Copilot specialization and begin to work toward the requirements. This specialization is planned for release in June 2025. The requirements include: Performance requirements 1,000 monthly active user (MAU) growth of Microsoft 365 Copilot in the trailing twelve months (TTM). (Claiming partner of record (CPOR), Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) Tier 1 or 2) Five Copilot net customer growth in TTM (CPOR, CSP Tier 1 or 2) Skilling requirements Four people with MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator (Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert) Two people with APL-4002: Prepare security and compliance to support Microsoft 365 Copilot Two people with MS-7008: Create and extend custom copilots in Microsoft Copilot Studio Customer references Provide three customer references, which must include at least one example of transforming business processes with agent implementation.Resources to Train, Demo, Learn Copilot Studio
There are a lot of material, trainings, articles and more around to start and expand with Microsoft Copilot Studio. Below I assembled a selection of them which I find very helpful to get into Microsoft Copilot Studio. Especially the workshops are guiding you through end-to-end scenarios creating Agents which you than can use and extend based on needs. Topic Description Link Copilot Developer Camp workshop for makers and professional developers who want to learn how to build agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot. https://microsoft.github.io/copilot-camp/ Microsoft Copilot Studio Samples This repository contains samples and artifacts for Microsoft Copilot Studio https://github.com/microsoft/CopilotStudioSamples/tree/main Designing your own copilot using Copilot Studio (L300) lab This lab teaches you how to design your own copilot with Copilot Studio. https://microsoft.github.io/TechExcel-Designing-your-own-copilot-using-copilot-studio/ Microsoft 365 Copilot Samples This repository contains samples that show how to write agents and plugins for Microsoft 365 Copilot. https://github.com/OfficeDev/Microsoft-365-Copilot-Samples Copilot learning hub Find what you, a technical professional, need to enhance your productivity, creativity, and data accessibility. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/copilot/ Build your first Agent Build your first agent with Azure AI Agent Service https://microsoft.github.io/build-your-first-agent-with-azure-ai-agent-service-workshop/ Generative AI for Beginners (Version 3) - A Course Learn the fundamentals of building Generative AI applications with our 21-lesson comprehensive course by Microsoft Cloud Advocates. https://github.com/microsoft/generative-ai-for-beginners
Become a Sponsoring Partner for the Microsoft AI Tour Lausanne – Apply Now!
We’re excited to invite partners to join the Microsoft AI Tour in Lausanne on Monday, 16th June 2025 as a Sponsoring Partner! This event was formerly known as Microsoft Build: AI Day Switzerland. Showcase your company’s innovations and engage with key decision-makers at this high-profile event. Event website: Website to follow soon. Sponsorship Packages – Gold, Silver & Experience Sponsors: All the details about our sponsorship options are attached. Please complete the application form to apply for your preferred package. Application Deadline: 📆 Submit your application by 11 April 2025 📧 eMail applications to: chevents@microsoft.com Successful applicants will be notified by 17 April 2025. Let’s make this event unforgettable together! For questions, contact us at chevents@microsoft.com.📢 Microsoft Partner Townhall – February Edition
Get the latest insights straight from Microsoft experts in our Swiss Partner Townhall this February. We’ll share key updates, industry insights, and innovations that impact our partner ecosystem. This session is designed to help you stay ahead, navigate changes, and maximize opportunities with Microsoft. Agenda & Speakers: 🔹 Top of Mind – Insights from the field with Thomas Rupp 🔹 Cloud Migration Factory (CMF) – Best practices and strategies with Andreas Wiedenmann 🔹 CSP Changes & Amendment – Essential updates with Beat Weissenberger 🔹 Microsoft 365 Copilot & Agents Demo – A look at AI Agents in action with Benjamin Müller 📅 Date: February 27th, 2025 📍 Location: Online 🔗 Register here: https://aka.ms/swisspartnertownhall You can also register for the entire FY25 Partner Townhall series directly from the same link to stay connected throughout the year. #MicrosoftPartners #PartnerTownhall #CloudMigration #Microsoft365 #Agents #AI #CopilotYour Invitation for Swiss Partner Day 2025
We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for Swiss Partner Day! 🚀 Mark your calendars for March 12, 2025, and join us for an exclusive half-day event where our partners will discover cutting-edge innovations in Copilot, AI Agents, revolutionize their competitive strategy with the Cloud Migration Factory (CMF), and be inspired by our dynamic keynote speakers. This event is ideal for partners eager to unlock new growth opportunities and lead the charge in Cloud and AI-driven transformations. 👉 Don’t miss out - register now to secure your spot: https://aka.ms/swisspartnerday #SwissPartnerDay #Partner #Event #AI #Microsoft #MicrosoftSwitzerlandEmpowering partners with AI: Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat - Skilling Opportunities
We're thrilled to share several new resources and upcoming events to help you harness the full power of Microsoft 365 Copilot and agents. Here’s what’s new: 🚀 Copilot Accelerate Program Update The Copilot Proof of Value engagement kit now includes detailed, scenario-based guidance on building agents and configuring Copilot Analytics. This update helps you deliver an immersive experience that showcases out-of-the-box Copilot capabilities and robust ROI reporting. 👉 Download the Copilot Proof of Value Engagement Kit 📅 Upcoming Partner Skilling Events Innovate with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Build Your Own Agents Workshop When: February 18-20 Discover how Microsoft 365 Copilot enhances creativity, productivity, and skills. Learn about technical requirements, configuring Copilot, and extending its capabilities with plugins. 👉 Register for the Innovate with Microsoft 365 Copilot Event Build and Extend AI-Powered Agents with Copilot Studio Workshop When: March 4-6 Dive into Copilot Studio’s graphical development environment to build AI-powered copilots. Gain hands-on experience in creating solutions that serve both employees and customers. 👉 Register for the Build and Extend AI-Powered Agents Event GitHub & GitHub Copilot Partner Sales Bootcamp When: March 11 This one-day bootcamp is designed to equip you with strategies and best practices for selling GitHub Enterprise, GitHub Copilot, and GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS). 👉 Register for the GitHub & GitHub Copilot Partner Sales Bootcamp 🌟 NEW Digital Event: Level Up Your Skills with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agents Sales Bootcamp: February 25 Technical Bootcamp: February 26-27 Enroll in our Level Up CSP bootcamp series to master both the sales and technical aspects of Microsoft 365 Copilot and agents. This training covers everything from selling strategies to hands-on labs in security and agent configuration. 👉 Learn More and Register for the February Level Up CSP Bootcamps 🎥 On-Demand Resource: Reimagine Your Copilot CSP GTM with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat Missed the live event? Watch the on-demand session to see how the latest Copilot innovations can empower your customers at every stage of their AI journey. 👉 Download the Partner-Ready Event Deck 👉 Watch the Event Recording On Demand 🔄 Updated Copilot Studio Partner Assets We've refreshed several assets on Partner Hub to reflect the latest Copilot Studio enhancements: NEW: Enabling agents in Copilot Chat blog Updated: Agent-powered Business Processes pitch deck & seller guide Updated: Copilot Studio technical pitch deck, governance/security deck, and extensibility pitch deck 👉 Bookmark the Copilot Studio Page on Partner Hub and check back regularly for updates. NEW! Enabling agents in Copilot Chat blog Updated: Agent-powered Business Processes pitch deck Updated: Agent-powered Business Processes seller guide Updated: Copilot Studio technical pitch deck Updated: Copilot Studio: Governance, Security, Administration, and Management deck Updated: Copilot Studio pitch deck Updated: Copilot extensibility pitch deck Stay tuned for more updates and make sure to register for these events to leverage the latest innovations in Copilot and agent technology!
Applications are now open - Microsoft Ignite 2024 at Kongresshaus Zurich: Partner with Us!
Microsoft Ignite 2024: Partner with Us! Join Microsoft Ignite 2024, March 8, 2024, in Zurich Kongresshaus, as Sponsoring-Partner and showcase your company's innovation. Sponsorship Packages: Find the details about our sponsoring options in the documents attached. Please note: Premium, Gold, and Silver require to fill in the application form. Application Details: Deadline: December 23, 2023 How: Email chevents@microsoft.com with your application. Act Now: Apply by December 23, 2023. Successful applicants will be notified by January 10, 2023. For questions, reach chevents@microsoft.com. Let’s make Microsoft Ignite 2024 unforgettable together!📢 Data & AI Unlocked: A Learning Miniseries to Help Microsoft Partners Kickstart Their AI Journey
We are excited to invite you to Data & AI Unlocked, a six-week virtual learning miniseries designed specifically for Microsoft partners. Whether you’re just starting or looking to deepen your AI expertise, this series offers practical guidance from foundational concepts to advanced AI customization and deployment. 🌐 Register here for the full series or select individual episodes. 📅 Series Overview (each episode is 45 minutes, incl. Q&A): March 7th: AI Foundations: Kickstarting Your AI Journey Overview of AI’s impact, Microsoft certification programs, and challenges in data governance and privacy. March 14th: Copilot Studio: Empowering AI with Low-Code Solutions Introduction to Copilot Studio and low-code approaches for AI integration. March 21st: Data Fabric: Laying the Groundwork for AI Exploring Fabric as a data platform and integrating AI and Gen AI into analytics. March 28th: Purview Mastery: Ensuring Data Governance and Security Discussion on data governance with Purview, focusing on privacy and security. April 4th: Azure OpenAI: Customizing AI for Advanced Solutions Pro-code approaches with Azure OpenAI for advanced customization and integration. April 11th: AI in Action: From Development to Deployment Best practices for AI deployment, including LLM OPS, testing, API management, and reliability.Registration is open: GitHub Copilot Workshop - February 1st @ Microsoft Circle Office Zurich
Microsoft and GitHub are thrilled to invite you to a half-day technical workshop with a hands-on exercise on FEBRUARY 1 st , 2024, at the Microsoft Offices in Zurich to learn how GitHub Copilot can make your developers happier and more productive. GitHub Copilot is our first offering that leverages Generative AI technologies and has shown tremendous benefits and a clear ROI across many software engineering and DevOps teams. You can read more about these claims on our user research blog post, and our academic paper [*] As a technical leader at your company, we’d like you to experience the impact of this new generation of developer tools firsthand in a half-day technical workshop. There will be coaches and experts from Microsoft and GitHub ready to support and answer any questions you may have. Agenda: 08:30 Registration and Welcome 09:00 Microsoft AI Strategy 09:30 GitHub Copilot and Tools 10:25 Lab Introduction 10:30 Break 10:55 Hands-on Lab session 12:00 Closing When: FEBRUARY 1 st , 2024, 08:30 – 12:00 CET Where: Microsoft Office, The Circle, Zurich Kloten / Airport Audience: developers and software architects Register here: https://aka.ms/CHGPSGHCopilotWorkshop Meet the experts: if you are from an ISV or a Startup, we have reserved time during the afternoon, so you can have a 1:1 meeting with our experts, please use the field in the form above to tell us if you want to talk about a related topic with us. Prerequisites: Please bring your personal laptop. You might need to have administrator rights to install some software locally (or you can use GitHub Codespaces, so you don't need any software installed other than a browser) and connect to the internet via Wi-Fi using a standard web browser (e.g. Edge, Chrome, Firefox). You will need an account on https://github.com and ideally an existing GitHub Copilot subscription (as an alternative, we can create a trial account during the event).Swiss 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 #AIAI Icebreaker Day 2025 - January 29th
Happy New Year everyone! ☃️ We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming AI Icebreaker Day on January 29th. The world of Data & AI does not sleep and after a long holiday break, there are many announcements and updates to catch up with. If you’re in the same boat, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Our goal is to help you hit the ground running, with everything you need to get up to speed on AI trends such as agentic systems and exciting technologies that will shape the year ahead. So join us, for a fantastic opportunity to expand your knowledge and exchange thoughts. 📅 Date: January 29th, 2025 🕒 Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Microsoft Zurich, The Circle Register for AI Icebreaker Day 2025 What’s in Store: - AI agent adoption and our vision for the future. - Building agents with Copilot Studio or custom code. - Ensuring the right data and infrastructure for AI success. - Securing your AI workloads to stay compliant and safe. Please note that on-site capacity is limited and registrations from Swiss Microsoft Partners will be prioritized. Make sure to reserve your seat quickly. Organisation Team: Alexandra Grozea Lisa Wolffhugel Florian FollonierEmpowering Swiss SMEs with AI and Copilot - Join Us as a Microsoft Partner!
As part of our commitment to supporting Swiss small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in transforming their businesses with the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Switzerland is launching an exciting initiative in collaboration with Innovate Switzerland and the think tank W.I.R.E. We’re releasing an "AI Guide" to help SME customers gain the necessary skills and resources for their AI and Copilot journey. To ensure SMEs receive expert guidance, we’re looking for qualified Microsoft partners to be listed as trusted solution providers. How to Participate: If your organization meets the following criteria, we’d love to feature you: Your company has deployed Copilot for Microsoft 365 internally. You’ve completed Microsoft 365 Copilot training. You’re enrolled in the Modern Workplace Solution Partner Designation of the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program (MAICPP). You’re willing and able to support SME customers with fewer than 300 employees. Why Participate? Get visibility on Microsoft Switzerland’s official landing page. Be referenced alongside the "AI Guide," which launches in mid-January 2025. Position your company as a trusted expert helping SMEs embrace AI transformation. 📋 Submit Your Information Here: Microsoft Forms Important Notes: Participation and inclusion on the list do not guarantee new leads or business opportunities. The landing page will clearly state that this is not an exclusive list. Other partners may also have the expertise to support SMEs. For any privacy concerns, please refer to our statement: https://aka.ms/privacy. Let’s work together to empower Swiss SMEs on their AI journey! 🚀🎄 Unwrapping the Gifts of Microsoft Partnership - Don’t Miss December’s Partner Townhall 🔔
Join us for an inspiring and informative session tailored to empower our partners with the latest insights and updates. Let’s work together to achieve shared success. 👉 Register Now 🗓 Date: 12th December 2024 ⏰ Time: 9:30 - 10:30 AM 📍 Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) 💡 Agenda Highlights: 9:30 AM - Top of Mind -🎙 Andrew Reid 9:45 AM - AI Adoption Framework -🎙 Marc Holitscher 10:00 AM - Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024 -🎙 Marcel Weber 10:15 AM - Latest Updates on Copilot after Ignite -🎙 Stefanie Thommen 🎯 Why Attend? - Connect with Microsoft leaders and experts. - Gain insights into strategic priorities. - Discover opportunities to grow together. 👉 Register Now We can’t wait to see you there 🚀Become a Sponsoring Partner for the Microsoft AI Tour Zurich – Apply Now!
We’re excited to invite partners to join the Microsoft AI Tour in Zurich on Thursday, 13th March 2025 as a Sponsoring Partner! This event was formerly known as Microsoft Ignite Switzerland. Showcase your company’s innovations and engage with key decision-makers at this high-profile event. Event website: Please find the event website here. Sponsorship Packages: All the details about our sponsorship options are attached. Please complete the application form to apply for your preferred package. Application Deadline: Submit your application by December 20, 2024 Email applications to: chevents@microsoft.com Successful applicants will be notified by CW 2, 2025. Let’s make this event unforgettable together! For questions, contact us at chevents@microsoft.com.
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