SAP Benefits for Partner with Specialization
SAP on Azure helps customers modernize their SAP landscape with a secure, scalable cloud platform while unlocking AI, analytics, and productivity capabilities from Microsoft. It creates opportunities for partners to deliver migration, modernization, data, and AI services that drive business value for customers. Business Benefits Faster SAP migrations to the cloud using Azure's infrastructure and SAP-certified services. Reduced infrastructure costs through scalable cloud resources and pay-as-you-go consumption. Access to Microsoft and SAP joint go-to-market opportunities, which can help partners expand customer reach. Ability to build solutions that combine SAP business data with Microsoft AI, analytics, and productivity tools. AI & Innovation Benefits Extend SAP environments with Microsoft Copilot and Azure AI capabilities. Use Azure services for advanced analytics, machine learning, and data integration. Connect SAP data with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Microsoft 365 to generate business insights. Reliability & Security Enterprise-grade security, compliance, and identity management through Microsoft Azure. High availability and disaster recovery options for mission-critical SAP workloads. Global Azure regions supporting multinational customers. Partner Benefits New consulting, migration, managed services, and AI transformation opportunities. Ability to create differentiated offerings around: RISE with SAP on Azure SAP S/4HANA migrations SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) Data & AI solutions leveraging SAP and Microsoft technologies Access to Microsoft partner programs, co-sell motions, and marketplace opportunities (where applicable). We invite you to share any comments, feedback, or suggestions regarding additional partner benefits you would like to see included.Spreadsheet Day - Celebrate the grid that changed everything
October 17 marks a quiet revolution. On this day in 1979, VisiCalc shipped—the first electronic spreadsheet—and suddenly, anyone with a computer could model ideas, track budgets, and make decisions faster than ever before. That simple grid of rows and columns became the backbone of modern business, education, and creativity. How Did Spreadsheet Day Begin? Spreadsheet Day was created in 2010 by Excel MVP Debra Dalgleish, known worldwide for her work at Contextures. Her goal was simple: celebrate the spreadsheet’s impact and the vibrant community around it. She chose October 17 to honor VisiCalc’s release—the moment spreadsheets went digital and changed everything. A Quick Look Back Before spreadsheets, recalculating a budget meant erasing and rewriting by hand. VisiCalc changed that overnight, and Excel carried the torch—bringing charts, formulas, and collaboration to millions. Over four decades, spreadsheets have evolved from static tables to dynamic engines for analysis and storytelling. They’ve powered breakthroughs in science, finance, and even art. Beyond the features, spreadsheets represent something bigger: empowerment. They give anyone the ability to turn raw data into insight. That’s why Spreadsheet Day isn’t just about software—it’s about the people who use it to solve problems every day. Debra’s vision sparked a tradition that now spans the globe. Educators, analysts, and enthusiasts join in each year to share tips, stories, and appreciation for a tool that empowers millions—a reminder that community matters as much as technology. Meet the Spreadsheet Champions Celebrate Spreadsheet Day with a sneak peek at Spreadsheet Champions, a documentary that goes beyond formulas to tell a human story. This film follows six students from around the world as they compete in Microsoft’s Excel challenge. Each brings unique hopes and struggles—whether it’s De La Paix in Cameroon aiming to make his family proud, Carmina in Guatemala finding refuge in math, or Mason in the U.S. balancing his love for spreadsheets with quirky hobbies. Alongside Alkmini from Greece, Nam from Vietnam, and Braydon from Australia, these young competitors reveal how mastering a spreadsheet can unlock confidence, opportunity, and even friendship. It’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the influence of spreadsheets in shaping lives today. Watch the trailer below: Why We Celebrate Spreadsheet Day isn’t about nostalgia—it’s about recognizing the creativity and problem‑solving that spreadsheets unlock. Every chart that clarifies a decision, every formula that saves a late night, every model that helps a team plan better—that’s the legacy we’re celebrating. Today, spreadsheets are everywhere: in classrooms, boardrooms, and even living rooms. They’ve helped launch companies, plan weddings, analyze sports stats, and map out personal goals. Spreadsheet Day is our chance to pause and appreciate the tool that makes all of that possible. Share Your Story We want to hear from you! What’s your favorite spreadsheet memory? What tip or trick changed the game for you? Post your story on social with #SpreadsheetDay, or drop it in the comments below. We’ll be reading and sharing some of our favorites. Your experience might inspire someone else to try something new. Happy Spreadsheet Day! Join the conversation with #SpreadsheetDay, and let’s keep building the future—one cell at a time.
