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Microsoft Calls on Partners to Modernise Tech Stacks with Azure for AI

Why It Matters

Microsoft is sharpening its partner strategy to help enterprises modernise infrastructure, unify data, and embrace AI innovation. The initiative equips partners with resources, incentives, and a clear roadmap to guide customers through every stage of digital transformation.

Balancing Complexity with Innovation

“With Microsoft Azure, partners gain a single, secure platform that ties everything together — spanning hyperscale infrastructure, integrated data capabilities, and advanced AI tools.”
— Dave Miller, Cloud & AI Partner Strategy Lead, Microsoft

Today’s businesses must manage legacy system upgrades, fragmented data, and rising expectations for AI-driven value creation. Microsoft’s approach seeks to simplify this landscape by enabling partners to deliver unified, future-ready solutions.

The Connected Go-to-Market Model

Microsoft’s strategy is anchored on three high-growth solution plays:

🔹 Migration & Modernisation — helping enterprises transition legacy estates.
🔹 Data Unification — creating a centralised, intelligent data platform.
🔹 AI Innovation — developing applications and intelligent agents with Azure AI.

To accelerate adoption, each solution play is supported by:

  • FY2026 playbooks

  • “Campaigns in a Box” marketing kits

  • Targeted skilling programs

The Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

At the core of this effort is the AI Cloud Partner Program, which provides:
✅ Solutions Partner designations to help partners stand out.
✅ Profitability incentives such as Azure Accelerate and ISV Success Advanced.
✅ Tools and resources to deliver cohesive, integrated AI solutions.

Outlook

Microsoft is positioning Azure as the foundation for global AI adoption. For partners, this strategy represents both a growth opportunity and a responsibility: guiding clients through modernisation while unlocking long-term value from AI.

📌 Takeaway for Business Leaders:
The shift isn’t just about technology upgrades — it’s about rethinking business models, strengthening competitiveness, and preparing for the next wave of AI-driven growth.

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