Moving workloads to the cloud offers significant opportunities like cost optimisation, rapid
scaling and enhanced security.
While the benefits are clear, customers often find it challenging to effectively plan and execute
their cloud migration, forecast and manage costs and integrate with existing solutions.
Today's business leaders need trusted partners who can guide them through the transition.
Talk to us about how to help migrate your customers to Azure.
Opportunity for partners
With Dicker Data's expertise and Microsoft's market-leading Azure platform, partners can move beyond traditional IT services into high-value cloud consulting and managed services. This strategic opportunity positions you to help customers innovate faster, operate more efficiently and scale with confidence across their entire cloud journey:

Strategic advisory services
Guide organisations through cloud transformation by developing comprehensive migration strategies and roadmaps that integrate cloud, data and AI initiatives while optimising existing license investments through hybrid architectures.

Technical implementation
Drive value for customers by modernising applications, tightening security controls and
building industry-specific solutions to improve operational performance while accessing Microsoft programs and funding opportunities.

Ongoing value creation
Partners can build lasting customer relationships through managed services, continuous optimisation and flexible billing options. By helping customers leverage emerging Azure capabilities, you become an essential part of their ongoing success.
Azure is a trusted industry-leading cloud platform, consistently leading Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Cloud Infrastructure and Platform Services.
Its hybrid cloud capabilities set it apart, enabling seamless integration between on-premises data centres and cloud resources – critical for businesses that need to maintain some infrastructure locally while leveraging cloud benefits.
For organisations already invested in Microsoft's ecosystem, Azure provides natural extension points through deep integration with existing products like Windows Server, SQL Server, and Microsoft 365. This familiarity accelerates adoption while enabling flexible scaling to meet dynamic business demands.
Azure's built-in security features and compliance certifications are ideal for highly regulated industries like healthcare, finance, and government – enabling them to innovate with confidence.
Solutions
How Dicker Data helps make Microsoft Azure work for you, your practice and your customers:

Excellence in cloud
Access our dedicated team of Azure specialists for technical guidance, solution architecture
and pre-sales support. Design and implement in-demand cloud solutions like Azure Virtual
Desktop, Azure Sentinel and other high-value services.

End-to-end migration support
Expand your Azure practice with migration support including funding access, proven processes and ready-to-use templates. Our structured approach helps you deliver seamless
migrations and maximise Microsoft incentives.

Build your practice
Enhance your business model with guidance on developing and productising Azure managed
services. Build recurring revenue streams through effective delivery and pricing of as-a-service managed solutions.
Spotlight on Azure Programs

Voyager Security & AI Centre of Excellence Program
Delivered by Dicker Data’s expert cloud solution architects, the program combines face-to-face
and virtual sessions to enhance skills in Microsoft security and AI solutions.

Rapid Assessments
Dicker Data guides you through every step of the assessment process, from initial customer registration to cloud readiness evaluation. Through Microsoft's Solutions Assessment Desk, our services include rapid assessment of existing deployments and cost optimisation evaluations to help you understand your customers' technology environment, identify new opportunities and build compelling business cases for cloud migration.

Azure Migration and Modernisation Program (AMM)
Access Microsoft's flagship program for accelerating customer cloud adoption. We provide complete support to help you navigate the program successfully – from customer nomination and funding access to project delivery and commercial outcomes. Our complimentary service helps you maximise the benefits of this strategic Microsoft initiative.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start selling Azure to my customers?
How do I start selling Azure to my customers?
How do I start selling Azure to my customers?
The Dicker Data Microsoft Azure team can make it easy to get started with Azure. From specific pricing and sales support, technical engagements to upskilling and growing your cloud practice. Get in touch with the team to learn more.
Where can I find technical and sales training material relating to Azure and AI?
Where can I find technical and sales training material relating to Azure and AI?
Where can I find technical and sales training material relating to Azure and AI?
Microsoft Learn is always an excellent place to start. Here, you'll find multiple training options, including Microsoft Azure Fundamentals training. Once you are a partner you also get access to Voyager Security & AI Centre of Excellence Program. Delivered by Dicker Data’s expert cloud solution architects, the program combines face-to-face and virtual sessions to enhance skills in Microsoft security and AI solutions covering technical, sales and marketing skills.
For a complete list of certification training related to Azure, click here.
Does Dicker Data offer Azure training?
Does Dicker Data offer Azure training?
Does Dicker Data offer Azure training?
Yes, the team can provide you with access to online training and resources and invite you to periodic instructor-led training. We can also offer customised training programs if your customers have intensive requirements. Simply get in touch to discuss your needs and how we can help. Or request our Dicker Data for Microsoft Program Guide.
How do I choose the right tools to migrate my customer to Azure?
How do I choose the right tools to migrate my customer to Azure?
How do I choose the right tools to migrate my customer to Azure?
Can Dicker Data help migrate my customers to Azure environments for me?
Can Dicker Data help migrate my customers to Azure environments for me?
Can Dicker Data help migrate my customers to Azure environments for me?
Dicker Data can offer support and help navigate the migration services and funding available for partners, including the Azure Migrate & Modernise (AMM) program. Contact us to learn more.
Partners leverage tools like AMM to increase migration resourcing and get customers and prospects moving into Azure environments faster.
How much does Microsoft Azure cost?
How much does Microsoft Azure cost?
How much does Microsoft Azure cost?
Microsoft fees can be determined with this Microsoft Calculator or this Microsoft TCO Calculator; however, to gather additional support with pricing, create business cases, and identify the best cloud options for your customers, contact Dicker Data's Microsoft Azure team.
How can Dicker Data support the quoting process for Microsoft Azure?
How can Dicker Data support the quoting process for Microsoft Azure?
How can Dicker Data support the quoting process for Microsoft Azure?
Dicker Data's dedicated Microsoft Azure team can help you prepare your business case using Microsoft resources and walk you through calculating a cost and quote. Contact us
How can I start generating demand for my Azure solutions?
How can I start generating demand for my Azure solutions?
How can I start generating demand for my Azure solutions?
Azure is a toolkit, so before you look at demand generation, it’s important to define your solution. Work with our Azure sales experts to help you build and package your offer. In the meantime, explore our marketing services designed to uncover migration opportunities in your customer or prospect list. Chat to the team to learn more.
Ready to start generating demand? Microsoft’s digital marketing tool (DMC) is another place to go for ready-to-run campaigns.
Partner Testimonials
We make Microsoft work for partners. Here’s what they’re saying:
With Dicker Data, we’re in safe hands. They are all about relationships and translating technology into human experiences. They shepherded us through everything and helped us navigate the Microsoft Portal – all of a sudden, the Microsoft tap started to flow.
Stephen Doney, Vendor & Client Relationship Manager, CMTG
We have a truly strategic relationship with Dicker Data. Nothing is too much trouble – it’s a two-way street, and we certainly sense they want to be a part of it. They are ready, willing and able every time. We would not be where we are now without their support.
Ian Nearhos, Head of Strategy, Truis
Dicker Data helps us navigate the Microsoft Partner Portal and make sure that we leverage all available programs – there’s just too many for us to look after ourselves. We really lean on the Dicker Data relationship there.
James Xuereb, Strategic Partnerships Manager, CNS
We have regular meetings with our Dicker Data Partner Manager to understand the product roadmap. Knowing the future of Microsoft’s plans, such as Copilot, helped us develop a new product that was close to commercialisation within six weeks. That wouldn’t happen without Dicker Data and Microsoft’s knowledge and expertise.
John Caruso, CEO, Commuserv
Dicker Data’s team of certified professionals combine deep domain knowledge with sharp commercial acumen, making them true partners in our success. Since aligning with Dicker Data, we've witnessed exponential growth in our business and strengthened our relationship with Microsoft. Dicker Data hasn't just been a supplier; they've become an integral part of our business strategy.
Simon Bishop, Director, Cloud Factory
The Dicker Data team are very knowledgeable, dedicated, focused, which is what we like. Working together has been amazing across all areas of the business – at exec level, sales, technical support and presales.
Bernard Moran, Chief Experience Officer, Virtual IT Group
They genuinely feel like they work in partnership with us. It feels like an extension of my own team when we're working together. Dicker Data helped us be one of the first SMB partners going to market with Copilot assessments.
Jason Wornham, General Manager, FUJIFILM IT Services
Dicker Data is very partner focused and provides high quality personalised support. The Dicker Data team are amazing to work with, they really took the time to get to know our business. Our account manager is very proactive and has been instrumental in seeking out opportunities for us to accelerate our growth. There's a reason why they're Australia's most trusted distributor.
David Crotty, Managing Director, Intergy Consulting
The Dicker Data team's dedication to sharing knowledge and facilitating business development opportunities has been valuable to us. Their expertise, guidance, and proactive approach have enabled us to achieve customer satisfaction, improve operational efficiency, and drive revenue growth. We deeply appreciate the partnership and would highly recommend Dicker Data to other organisations looking to build and develop their Dynamics practice.
Harshana Etampawala – Managing Director, Integral Management Systems