MODULE 6

What's Next

LESSON 6.2

Unlocked Microsoft Designation Benefits

Accessing Additional Programs & Funding 

Achieving a Microsoft Designation and associated specialisations can be a significant milestone for any organisation looking to enhance its technical capabilities and competitive edge. These credentials not only validate expertise but also unlock a myriad of benefits and funding opportunities designed to support and accelerate business growth.

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Benefits of the Microsoft Solutions For Security Designation  

Enhanced Credibility and Market Recognition 

Attaining a Microsoft Designation elevates an organisation's standing in the industry. It signifies a high level of proficiency and commitment to quality, which can attract new clients and foster stronger relationships with existing ones. 

Access to Exclusive Resources 

Organisations with a Microsoft Designation gain access to a vast array of exclusive resources, including: 

• Technical Support: Priority access to advanced technical support services. 

• Training and Certification: Complimentary or discounted access to Microsoft training and certification programs. 

• Marketing Resources: Co-branding opportunities, marketing materials, and access to Microsoft marketing campaigns. 

• Partner Community: Collaboration opportunities with other Microsoft partners, including access to a dedicated partner portal. 

Financial Incentives 

Microsoft provides several financial incentives for organisations that achieve a Microsoft Designation, such as: 

• Rebates and Discounts: Eligibility for product rebates and discounts on Microsoft offerings. 

• Funding Programs: Access to various funding programs aimed at supporting business development and customer acquisition. 

• Cloud Credits: Free or discounted cloud credits to support product development and innovation on Microsoft Azure 

YOUR BENEFITS

The Following Is A List Of Unlocked Benefits For This Security Designation 

The following is subject to change, with the latest information available here. 

Global Designation Benefits 

Benefits which are specific to this Security designation, otherwise known as incremental benefits, are additive (exceptions apply) to each other and to common benefits.  

Product benefits (formerly ‘Internal Use Rights’, or ‘IURs’) are aligned to the Solutions Partner designations and to specialisation and expert programs.  

The following are benefits you will receive, as a Security Designation holder. 

SPECIALISATION BENEFITS

Security Specialisations and Their Benefits  

Specialising in Security demonstrates proficiency in securing IT environments using Microsoft technologies. Benefits include: 

• Access to advanced security tools and resources, including Microsoft Defender and Azure Security Centre. 

• Eligibility for security-specific funding and incentives. 

• Recognition as a trusted security advisor in the Microsoft ecosystem. 
  

Specialisation Benefits 

As part of the Solutions Partner benefits, if you have earned a specialisation, you will receive incremental product benefits to help further accelerate your business. 

Incremental benefits for specialisation and expert programs are only available with Solutions Partner benefits and cannot be added to legacy benefits. 

Each category of the specialisations has individual maximum cap amounts for benefits provisioning, The max cap amounts for the Security Designation is three (3).  

Specialisation and expert program benefits will be provided at the time of purchasing Solutions Partner benefits, or at the time of attainment through the remainder of the Solutions Partner membership year (within the max cap amounts). 

*On January 22, 2025, as a one-time occurrence, these specific benefits are planned to be added into existing active instances of this benefit offer. 

Please Note: For each table above, product and offer terms and conditions apply.