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Accelerate Agentic AI – Project Ready When: Monday, September 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:15 PM (GMT+02:00) Where: Zürich-Airport, Zurich, Switzerland Register now: msevents.microsoft.com/event?id=3156231845 Join us for a comprehensive learning journey designed to equip professionals with the skills needed to effectively build, demonstrate, and deploy powerful AI agents. From presales essentials using Microsoft Copilot Studio and SharePoint agents to advanced multi-agent development using Azure AI Foundry, AutoGen, Semantic Kernel, and Microsoft Teams SDK, participants can gain deep, practical insights. Attend this workshop to explore key AI concepts, accelerate your organization's AI capabilities, and confidently architect, deploy, and scale sophisticated AI agent solutions. Who should attend: The intermediate-advanced hands-on workshop is designed for a technical audience. Participants should have fundamental knowledge of generative AI and work experience with the associated solutions. Additionally, we suggest having knowledge of the AI-050: Develop Generative AI solutions with Azure OpenAI Service content. Registration schedule: Secure your spot promptly. Seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Project Ready hands-on labs: The advanced workshop provides practice in building, customizing, and integrating prompt and chat flows, evaluation prompt flow setup, and fine-tuning prompts for optimal performance. A laptop is required for participation in the labs.Partner Skilling Update
Partner Skilling Update Upcoming events and initiatives Visit the Partner Skilling Resources page to discover the latest partner skilling event calendars, playbooks, and updates, plus register for training sessions that match your business needs. For a full view of the Microsoft Partner Skilling Calendar, click here. NEW: Access the new Sales Skilling Flyer here. Welcome to the New Skilling Hub We’re excited to share the new Skilling Hub—more than just a platform, it’s a partner-driven experience shaped by your feedback. You asked for: A single access point for role-based learning Clear, guided pathways to specialization and certification A streamlined interface for purposeful, personalized learning We listened. The New Skilling Hub unifies all your GPS skilling resources—Microsoft Titan, LevelUp, SureStep, AI Partner Training Days, in-person regional events, and more—into one centralized experience. With single sign-on and simplified navigation, it’s easier than ever to find and register for training that supports your growth. To get started, please re-register on the platform to unlock full access. Get started Updated GPS Solution Areas You’ll also notice refreshed naming across skilling content to better align with today’s technology landscape: Azure → Cloud and AI Platform Modern Work + Business Applications → AI Business Solutions o When needed: § Modern Work = AI Workforce § Business Applications = AI Business Process Security remains unchanged Skilling spotlight LevelUp Update (NEW) Registering is now simpler than ever. Just use your organization alias — no access code needed. LevelUp puts you in control of your learning journey with self-paced courses available in multiple languages for both Technical and Sales roles. And now, you’ll earn badges as you complete courses to show off your progress. Note: Access may vary depending on program capacity at the time of registration. For questions, reach out to LevelUpHelp@technofocus.com. Ready to grow your skills? Register for LevelUp today! Microsoft Titan Skilling Academy Microsoft Titan Skilling Academy offers immersive learning journeys designed to help you deepen your knowledge and expertise across Microsoft solution areas. Choose the path that best fits your role and earn badges in sales, pre-sales, and technical areas to showcase your skills and accomplishments. Become a Microsoft Titan! Register for Microsoft Titan Skilling Academy today! Microsoft Applied Skills: Create agents in Microsoft Copilot Studio Validate your technical skills and open doors to new possibilities of advancement with Microsoft Applied Skills. Take the assessment Sales & Tech Deal Ready Enhance your sales and tech deal ready capabilities with expert-led training to boost your skills, communicate value, and accelerate the customer journey. Partner Power Hour Webinar Series July 22-23, July 29-30, August 12-13 (IST, PDT) Sales & Tech Deal Ready skilling Cloud and AI Platform Enhance your Azure skills to effectively architect, deploy, and implement cloud and AI solutions, ensuring you are project-ready and can drive customer success. Partner Meetup for Microsoft Azure Weekly - Thursdays 8-9AM (PDT) Accelerate Agentic AI July 21-25 (IST, BST, PDT) Microsoft Fabric Workshops (two tracks) July 22-24 (IST, BST, PDT) AI ready July 29-31 (IST, BST, PDT) Cloud and AI Platform skilling AI Business Solutions Enhance your expertise across AI Workforce and AI Business Process to streamline deployments, helping you become the go-to expert for client projects. Transform support with Dynamics 365 Customer Service & Contact Center July 22, 29 (IST, BST, PDT) Simplify agent development with Copilot Studio July 29-31 (IST, BST, PDT) AI Business Solutions skilling Security Accelerate your path to Security certification to master cybersecurity and threat protection, ensuring you can effectively safeguard modern IT environments. Protect Cloud, AI platforms & Apps with Microsoft Defender for Cloud July 29-31 (IST, BST, PDT) Security skilling GitHub Validate your skills with GitHub Copilot to enhance your expertise and drive success across projects. Access the GitHub Copilot study guide, to help prepare for the exam. GitHub Copilot Certification Partner Meetup for Microsoft Azure Join this community to get invited to a series of weekly webinars designed exclusively for Microsoft Partners. These sessions will provide an opportunity to connect with Microsoft Experts and learn about the latest Azure, Data, and AI Services, features, programs, and technical content. Weekly Thursdays PST/PDT Click here to register GPS Consumption-Led Skilling initiative NEW: Solve critical technical skills gaps in your Delivery teams with just-in-time, live private ILT deployment skilling with access to real-world hands-on-lab experiences. This skilling offering is available for MPL SI partners with a confirmed MSX Opportunity ID anchored GTM Solution Plays. The initiative covers a wide range of Solution plays available in the Partner Project Ready Workshop Catalog. ACTION: Please contact CLE_VTEAM@microsoft.com or your PDM, PTS, PSA and Account Executive to submit your training request. 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The nomination window for the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards 2025 closes TOMORROW – July 18 at 6:00 PM PT. If you’ve been planning to submit – now is the time! This is your opportunity to gain global visibility, celebrate your impact, and be recognized by Microsoft for the incredible work you're doing across AI, cloud, sustainability, and more.🌍 📝 Nominate here → https://partnerawards.partner.microsoft.com/ 📅 Deadline → July 18 at 6:00 PM PT Let’s show the world the power of Swiss innovation! #MSPartner #POTYA2025 #MicrosoftPartner #Innovation #Switzerland #CountdownToGreatness #Microsoft #Business #Partner #Technology #Innovation🚀 Microsoft Partners in Switzerland - Only 10 Days Left to Submit Your Nominations!
The Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards 2025 nomination window closes on July 18 at 6:00 PM PT - don’t miss your chance to be recognized locally and globally! Each year, Microsoft honors partners who are driving innovation, transformation, and customer success across industries and technologies. Whether your focus is AI, cloud, sustainability, industry solutions, or social impact - this is your moment to shine. 🌍✨ 🏆 Why nominate? Local and global recognition from Microsoft Visibility within the partner ecosystem and field teams Exclusive experience at Microsoft Ignite Greater credibility with customers and partners Featured case study and video as part of Microsoft’s Partner Success Stories 📝 How to nominate: Visit the Partner of the Year Awards website Review the award categories, official rules, and eligibility guidelines Submit your nomination by July 18 at 6:00 PM PT ❓Have questions? Reach out to the Partner of the Year Awards team at potyasup@microsoft.com (please allow 48 hours for a response) or check out the AMA session for answers to common questions. 💡 There are just ~10 days left - make your mark and show the world what Swiss innovation looks like! 👉 Start your nomination today #MSPartner #POTYA2025 #MicrosoftPartner #Innovation #Switzerland #DigitalTransformation #Cloud #AI #Microsoft #PartnerAwards #CountdownToGreatnessEpisode 166 of Microsoft Cloud and Hosting Partners starts in two hours
Hi, just to let you know the next episode of the Microsoft Cloud and Hosting Partner online meetings will start at 12:30 Sydney time today. Todays session is one I'm really looking forward to as the focus is "Dynamics Contact Center" to be presented by Josh Burgess. To me Dynamics Contact Center embodies so much of the Microsoft story ... Modern Work, Teams, Dynamics, Azure, Agents and 3rd party technologies too. And moreover offers an incredible opportunity for Microsoft Partners to help customers with Customer Service with omni-channel capabilities linked to current Customer systems and accelerated with Copilot AI. If you don't have the invitation please send me, mailto:email address removed for privacy reasons an email. The pre-approved content for the meeting is available in the Community OneDrive http://aka.ms/chpom to download. See you online soon. Regards, PhilFinal Reminder: Elevate Your BCDR Strategy with Microsoft Azure – Partner Event
In today’s dynamic business landscape, resilience and continuity are more critical than ever. This exclusive event is designed to equip your partners with the latest strategies and insights to help their customers navigate complexity and safeguard operations using Microsoft Azure. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on modern BCDR (Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery) requirements, architectural best practices, and the benefits of Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty. 📅 Date: June 13th 🕗 Time: 08:30 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Microsoft Office, The Circle, Zurich 👉 Register Now Agenda Highlights: High-Level Overview of Modern BCDR Requirements Architectural Design Principles Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty Q&A Session followed by Networking Lunch 👉 Register NowEpisode 165 of Cloud and Hosting Partner Online Meeting starting in two hours
Just two hours until the start of the next Cloud and Hosting Partner Online Meeting. Tuesday June 3, 12:30-1:30pm Sydney time. This meeting will cover the May 1 Partner Announcements, a review of other updates to Commerce and Operations, and a feature focus on "Highlights from Microsoft Build". I've also adding in, last minute, a quick look at the latest Sustainability Report from Microsoft. And as usual we'll cover recent Industry News, look at some forthcoming events and review what you might have missed. To register just click here. Attached here are the slides so you can follow along. These meetings are not recorded and are quite conversational. I hope to see you online soon. Regards, Phil📢 Swiss Partner Townhall – May Edition
🗓 May 28th 🕤 9:30 – 10:30 AM (Online) 👉 Register here: https://aka.ms/swisspartnertownhall We’re back with our Monthly Swiss Partner Townhall, your go-to forum for the latest updates, strategies, and guidance to empower your business. 💡 This month’s agenda is packed with timely topics and expert speakers: 🔹 Top of Mind – Andrew Reid 🔹 New European Digital Commitments: What They Mean for Switzerland – Moritz Oberli 🔹 3-Year SKU Strategy & Promotional Roadmap – Thomas Rupp 🔹 Technical Presales & Development Services Benefits – Beat Weissenberger 🔹 Understanding Security Score Requirements: FAQs – Manuel Michaud 🔹 Events & Partner Enablement Updates – Diyor Iskandarov 🎯 Stay informed. Stay competitive. Stay connected. We look forward to seeing you there. 👉 Register here: https://aka.ms/swisspartnertownhall #SwissPartnerTownhall #MicrosoftSwitzerland #PartnerNetwork #Switzerland #Cloud #AI #Innovation #Technology #TechUpdates #DigitalSwitzerland #PartnerEnablement #CloudInnovation
May 2025 news roundup
Good morning, partners, Don't miss these 4 directional blogs while planning your partner strategy for the upcoming period: All partner types will benefit from the Go-To-Market resources. These benefits go beyond Internal Use Rights and remain underutilized across Africa. The ISV success program holds benefit for AI partners who drive innovation as future-focussed Software Development Companies. Also, review the Geo-Expansion benefit to reach new markets. System Integrators can learn more about the Cloud Accelerate Factory to access zero-cost services from Microsoft. Align with the best practices from Azure Migrate and discover how the Microsoft programs support partners in Azure projects. Join the community for frequent updates. Resellers (CSP Partners) can review updates to CSP offers and authorisations. Use the Azure Marketplace as a transactional engine for your innovation is a scalable way to reach existing and new markets via public or private offers, including one-time deals that may be repeated in future. This is a four-part series. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4. Move beyond "Contact Me" listings to transactable marketplace services. PS - the Microsoft Build announcements are available at https://news.microsoft.com/build-2025-book-of-news/ Warm regards, JamesExclusive Event for Resellers Only - June 17th in Zürich
We’re bringing together the brightest minds in security, cloud, and AI to explore “Security & Cloud Adoption: The Swiss SMB Opportunity”. This is your chance to unlock actionable strategies for growth in a competitive landscape, directly from Microsoft and Pax8 experts. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 17 June 2025 📍 Location: Microsoft Office @ The Circle, Flughafen CH, Zürich, 8058 🕛 Time: 12:00 – 16:00 CEST Register now! Swiss SMBs are ready for cloud & AI – but they need trusted partners to guide them through security and adoption. At this event, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Navigate the cloud journey for SMBs with confidence ✅ Position yourself as a trusted security advisor ✅ Build a profitable AI services portfolio with Copilot and Microsoft technologies ✅ Leverage insights from the latest Microsoft Digital Defense Report What’s On the Agenda: 12:00 – Lunch & Networking 13:00 – Welcome 13:15 – SMB AI Opportunity 14:00 – Security Insights 15:00 – Data Loss Prevention Demo 15:15 – Monetize AI 15:45 – Wrap-Up & Q&A Meet the Speakers: Calin Turcanu, GM SME&C, Microsoft Harald Nuij, CEO, Pax8 EMEA Andy Readman, AI Director, Pax8 Academy Marcel Weber, Lead Security, Microsoft Tom Welton, Solution Consultant, Pax8 Martin Janisch, Partner Tech Strategist, Microsoft 🌐 Resellers Only | In-Person Networking | Actionable Insights 🎟️ Seats are limited – Register now! Don’t miss the opportunity to lead the SMB transformation with the right mix of Cloud, AI, and Security. #MicrosoftPartners #Pax8 #MSPartner #CloudSecurity #Azure #CloudAdoption #SwissSMBModernization That Actually Works
Let’s be honest - modernization can be messy. But what if it didn’t have to be? At #MSBuild, we’re sharing a new way to think about app modernization. It’s practical. It’s scalable. And it’s designed to meet you where you are. We’re keeping the details under wraps for now—but trust us, this is one you won’t want to miss. 📅 May 19–22 🔗 https://build.microsoft.com Join us for the keynote 18:00 - 20:00 SAST (UTC+2) on 19 May 2025 and review the session scheduler for interesting breakout sessions. AppModernization #MSBuild #CloudTransformation #ModernizeSmarterFree Copilot Studio Training Series for Power Platform Makers
Are you experienced with Power Apps or Power Automate and curious how your skills translate to building AI agents? 🛠️ We’ve collaborated with Microsoft MVP of 20 years, Shane Young, to bring you over 2 hours of free, hands-on training designed to help you get started with Copilot Studio and walk away with your own agents!👇 The training series includes: ✅ Demos ✅ Step-by-step builds ✅ Deep dives into product-specific features 📅 We’re kicking things off today with 7 of 28 videos—new sections will drop every couple of days to get you fully prepped just in time for Microsoft Build! 🎉 1️⃣ Section 1 (Today): Introduction + Demos (7 videos) ✅ 2️⃣ Section 2 (Thursday, May 15): How to build a conversational agent (8 videos) 3️⃣ Section 3 (Saturday, May 17): How to build an autonomous agent (10 videos) 4️⃣ Section 4 (Monday, May 19): Reusing your Power Platform skills (3 videos) ✨ Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your expertise, this series is packed with content to accelerate your journey into the world of AI agents. 🔗 Get watching here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi9EhCY4z99XR9Me1e4LZTF-YsnklmEsa&si=W84QMbeGVDG_lMHIFree Copilot Studio Training Series for Power Platform Makers
Are you experienced with Power Apps or Power Automate and curious how your skills translate to building AI agents? 🛠️ We’ve collaborated with Microsoft MVP of 20 years, Shane Young, to bring you over 2 hours of free, hands-on training designed to help you get started with Copilot Studio and walk away with your own agents!👇 The training series includes: ✅ Demos ✅ Step-by-step builds ✅ Deep dives into product-specific features 📅 We’re kicking things off today with 7 of 28 videos—new sections will drop every couple of days to get you fully prepped just in time for Microsoft Build! 🎉 1️⃣ Section 1 (Today): Introduction + Demos (7 videos) ✅ 2️⃣ Section 2 (Thursday, May 15): How to build a conversational agent (8 videos) 3️⃣ Section 3 (Saturday, May 17): How to build an autonomous agent (10 videos) 4️⃣ Section 4 (Monday, May 19): Reusing your Power Platform skills (3 videos) ✨ Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your expertise, this series is packed with content to accelerate your journey into the world of AI agents. 🔗 Get watching here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi9EhCY4z99XR9Me1e4LZTF-YsnklmEsa&si=W84QMbeGVDG_lMHIBizApps D365 Specialisation SMB
Hello community and MS folks, As per partner portal you need 5x MB800 certifications to meet the BC skills requirements. Could it be that MS has forgotten to add the advanced certification MB-820 to the list of eligible certifications? It wouldn't make sense to exclude MB-820 from this list would it?Thirty minutes until Episode 164 of Cloud and Hosting Partner Online Meeting
Hi everyone, just to let you know the next Cloud and Hosting Partner Online Meeting starts in 30 minutes. Attached here are the slides. Our focus for this one will be "50 years of Microsoft" and I'll be bringing a few personal perspectives from my nearly 35 years here. As usual we'll touch on recent CSP announcements including the new 3 year subscriptions, other industry news, skilling and review some of the webinars and events held of the past month. See you online soon.
🚀 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 nowCopilot 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/Episode 163 of Microsoft Cloud and Hosting Partner Online Meeting starting soon
Just one hour until our next episode in the Microsoft Cloud and Hosting Partner Online Meeting series. Focus for this month will be "Deliver business impact through sustainability with AI". As usual we'll start with a look at recent news around Commerce and Operations then move to the focus topic. After that we'll look at updates to some recent meetings, News and Events coming in the near future, and summary of webinars in the last month that you may have missed in the segment called "Did You See". See you online soon and please find here the approved slides for the meeting. Regards, Phil
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