Everything You Need to Know about the New Microsoft Partner Agreement

The latest Microsoft Partner Agreement has recently become the talk of the town, and Cloud Solution Providers (CSPs) everywhere around the world are curious to know about the new terms and conditions of the agreement.

Thankfully, Microsoft has now simplified the contracting process by clearly distinguishing the responsibilities and tasks according to the regulatory requirements. Microsoft also ensures complete transparency for its partner network.

In this blog post, we will explain everything you need to know about the new Microsoft Partner Agreement.

The Latest Agreement

Microsoft has replaced all earlier Microsoft Agreements for indirect providers and indirect resellers in the new agreement.

The new Microsoft Partner Agreement offers various benefits to its partners, including:

· Increased trust due to strong business channel and adherence with sound business practices in the Microsoft partner network

· Improved transparency that has led to a smooth business sail along with long-term growth and protection for the Microsoft partner network

· Provision of administration access to third-party customer and technical service providers with complete confidence

· A better understanding of roles and responsibilities for the continued delivery of services

· Easier adherence to privacy regulations and solid business practices

· Provide Microsoft partners a digitalized and easier way to accept a core set of perpetual terms and simplify the overall contracting process

Essential Steps for Partners to Redistribute Microsoft Products

1. Become a part of the Microsoft partner network

You can skip this step if your company is already a member of the Microsoft partner network and has a valid Microsoft partner ID.

2. Register as an indirect CSP reseller after entering the Microsoft partner center

If your company is an indirect reseller in the CSP program, you will have to enter as an indirect reseller in the Microsoft partner network.

3. Review the MPA and accept it accordingly in the Microsoft partner center

You will be able to accept the Microsoft Partner Agreement once your company is registered as an indirect CSP reseller within the partner center.

Companies that are already operating under a CSP program, such as indirect resellers or indirect providers, are required to sign up the new agreement before the deadline approaches. The new agreement addresses legal issues and concerns in a much better way.

By accepting the new agreement, you will be able to carry out smooth transactions through the user interface or partner center. Whereas, failing to accept the latest agreement will prevent you from adding new subscriptions or additional seats to the existing subscriptions in the Microsoft partner network and CSP program. Nonetheless, companies will be able to control the existing number of users and subscribers.

Final Word

The Microsoft partner agreement enables partners and customers to conduct sound business practices and promote compliance. All Microsoft partners have access to digital marketing resources. For more information about our services, please contact us here.