December 4 Americas Partner Insider Call

Register now for the next Americas Partner Insider Call. We’ll explore how Microsoft embraces Responsible AI principles and practices when developing AI solutions, including how our legal department uses Copilot to achieve more. Next, you’ll hear from Partner Marketing about how to accelerate your pipeline by leveraging funded engagements.

See the list of previous sessions, now available to watch on demand.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #SalesAndMarketing #DoingBizwMSFT #AccelerateDeals #CrossSolution

Resources to get you started: Retail industry

The emergence of AI has transformed the retail industry. Customers look to you for guidance, and there’s a wealth of information to help guide you when building your practice. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to begin.

Leverage these campaign assets designed for system integrators and service providers targeting corporate and enterprise customers in the retail sector. Help your customers empower their frontline retail workers with technology that enables them to focus on what matters most and their frontline workers to work smarter, not harder.

Read last week’s Top Stories for additional resources you can leverage to empower your retail customers, and look for more to come!

Partner Audience: #CSP
Relevant to: #Tech #SalesAndMarketing #Event #GrowSkills #ModernWork #Security

Level Up CSP Microsoft 365 & Copilot Bootcamps

Join us for these upcoming special edition bootcamps built to help you get ready to drive a successful renewal cycle and capture upsell opportunities starting in January.

Upsell and Renewal Sales Bootcamp
December 10 at 8:00 AM–12:00 PM PT

Upsell and Renewal Tech Bootcamp
Day 1: December 11 at 8:00 AM–12:00 PM PT
Day 2: December 12 at 8:00 AM–12:00 PM PT

Voiceover language coverage: Japanese, Chinese, Korean, French, German, Spanish (EU), Spanish (LATAM), Italian, and Hindi​

Learn more and register here. And be sure to check out the list of previous bootcamps, now available to watch on demand.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #News #LearnSolutionAreas #ModernWork

Microsoft 365 Copilot for SMBs—new study

Generative AI is transforming businesses of all sizes. To better understand how AI is helping businesses grow and compete, Microsoft commissioned Forrester Consulting to study the potential return on investment (ROI) of Microsoft 365 Copilot for SMBs. The study shows that Microsoft 365 Copilot drove up to 353% ROI for small and medium businesses. Read the blog to learn more about the results of the study.

Partner Training Gallery: Bookmark this page to find up-to-date technical and sales enablement events, resources, and playbooks.

See the full view of the Microsoft Partner Skilling Calendar.

Quick links

Regional Skilling Services is now live

The Regional Skilling Service desk is designed to help managed partners close skilling gaps, drive certifications, and support Microsoft priorities. This service offers reactive support, PDM-led partner outreach, key resources, and guidance to enhance partner capabilities in areas like AI, cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, and more.

Email AskSkilling@Microsoft.com to learn more about Microsoft partner skilling offerings, resources, support, and feedback.

Register now for the latest skilling offerings

Microsoft AI Partner Training Day
Join us in person to hear about the latest trends and technology in the era of Al, with guidance from Microsoft executives and industry leaders.

Hear about lessons learned from real-world Al deployments, discuss sales best practices followed by Microsoft teams, get hands-on experience with Microsoft’s Al platform, and learn about go-to-market tools to build and expand your Al practice.

Toronto
Dec 2, 2024
Register now

Sydney
Dec 10, 2024
Register now

Copilot Certification – Generally Available

We are thrilled to announce that the GitHub Copilot certification exam became generally available on October 24th! This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to validate their skills with GitHub Copilot.

We believe this certification will play a vital role in helping professionals enhance their expertise and drive success in their projects.

For more information, please visit the certification landing page. You can also find the GitHub Copilot study guide, which includes links to the Microsoft Learning paths to help prepare for the exam.

Microsoft LevelUp for Partners

On-demand content covering sales, pre-sales, and technical skilling with labs.

Request access to Microsoft LevelUp

Request access by emailing Ask GPS Enablement. In the subject line, include “LevelUp Access Request” in the body of your email, and indicate your name, work email address, and organization name.

Video: Introducing Microsoft LevelUp for Partners

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Upcoming events: Copilot (sales, pre-sales, and technical skilling)

Copilot for Microsoft 365, Copilot for Security, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Copilot for Service Workshop

Copilot Sales Champion

This new offering is built to advance sales knowledge and product evangelism across each Microsoft Copilot solution within our partner community. The Copilot for Microsoft 365 Sales Champion program is an on-demand and interactive learning path available on a “first come, first served” basis while seats are available.

Registration link: Copilot Sales Champion
Access Code: XQLW-TDDJ

Copilot Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Build or Buy? Driving customer conversations with Copilot and the Copilot stack

Nov 19-21, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Microsoft 365 & Copilot Sales Bootcamp

Dec 10-12, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Build and extend AI-powered Copilots with Copilot Studio Workshop

Dec 3-5, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Build Governance and Security for Successful AI Bootcamp

Dec 10-12, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Sales Go To Market Bootcamp

Dec 10-13, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Azure

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

Certification Weeks for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program: Azure & GitHub

Achieving certification demonstrates your commitment to staying ahead of the curve in a fast-paced world. Accelerate your path to certification and mastering the intricacies of DevOps with GitHub, Azure AI, data science, infrastructure, and virtual desktop solutions with Azure & GitHub Certification Week.

Dec 2-6, 2024
IST, BST, PDT

Click here to register

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft Official Curriculum and presented in a modular format for each certification course.

Register now

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Microsoft Fabric Workshop

Nov 11-13, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Azure VMware Solutions Bootcamp

Nov 12-15, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Build and Modernize AI Apps

Dec 2-5, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Microsoft Fabric Workshop

Dec 3-5, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Migrate to Innovate

Dec 10-12, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Azure OpenAI

Dec 10-13, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Business Applications

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft’s official curriculum and is presented in a modular format for each certification course.

Click here to register

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Innovate with AI in Automation Workshop

Nov 12-14, 2024
PDT, IST, BST
Click here to register

SAP Integration with Power Platform Workshop

Dec 10-11, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Modern Work

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft’s official curriculum and is presented in a modular format for each certification course.

Click here to register

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Copilot for Microsoft 365 Deployment & User Enablement Bootcamp

Dec 3-5, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

Frontline Worker technical bootcamp

Dec 3-4, 2024
PDT
Click here to register

Converged Communications Sales bootcamp

Dec 2-4, 2024
PDT
Click here to register

Cloud Endpoints Partner Technical bootcamp

Dec 9-11, 2024
PDT
Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Security

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft’s official curriculum and is presented in a modular format for each certification course.

Click here to register

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Threat Protection and Incident Response with Microsoft Sentinel 

Nov 12-13, 2024
IST, PDT, BST
Click here to register

Implementing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Workshop

Dec 10-12, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT
Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Industry specific skilling

Microsoft AI Envisioning Webinars for Industry

Encourage your partners to join our Microsoft AI Envisioning Webinars for Industry! These sessions are perfect for ISV or SI partners who are new to AI and looking to enhance their business. The webinars will provide valuable insights into AI’s impact on various industries, showcase practical use case examples, and guide partners in identifying business problems that can be solved with AI.

Click here to register: Retail | Manufacturing | Healthcare | Sustainability | Financial Services

Industry Sales Bootcamp

The goal of the industry sales bootcamp is to address the latency that exists between customer/field and partner enablement by developing a programmatic partner sales bootcamp day. The day consists of a 4-hour, interactive session with interactive session with AM and PM sessions available to suit different time zones.

Click here to register

Industry AI Business and Capability Envisioning Event Series

We are excited to announce the continuation and expansion of our virtual Industry AI Business and Capability Envisioning event series, specially designed for ISV and SI partners. This is your chance to dive into the transformative world of AI and discover how it can revolutionize your business and benefit your clients.

AI for Sustainability

Nov 13, 2024
Click here to register

AI for Healthcare

Nov 20, 2024
Click here to register

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Upcoming events: SMB Resellers

Azure Infrastructure SMB Sales Champion

This new offering is built to advance sales knowledge and product evangelism across each Microsoft Copilot solution within our partner community. The Copilot for Microsoft 365 Sales Champion program is an on-demand and interactive learning path available on a “first come, first served” basis while seats are available.

Registration link: Azure Infrastructure SMB Sales Champion
Access Code: MIAB-EIIH

High Volume Acceleration Series

Ready to scale and grow your Dynamics 365 practice? Take the next step and join the high-volume acceleration sessions provided by Microsoft and presented in partnership with Neural Impact. During these FREE, live experts facilitated sessions you will learn the best practices Dynamics 365 partners around the world are using to accelerate their Dynamics 365 practice and SMB & SMC customer adds. Sessions provide marketing, sales and delivery acceleration tips and strategies.

Oct 22-Dec 10, 2024
PST, CEST

Click here to register

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No Slides Attached: Episodes 3 and 4 available now

In the podcast No Slides Attached: AI Stories with Microsoft Partners, we explore the latest technologies with expert guidance from Microsoft leaders and partners. Season 1 focused on how our Microsoft Copilots are already transforming businesses. In Season 2, we’re building on that momentum, diving even deeper into AI innovation across industries.

Check out the latest episodes:

Episode 3 – [AI in Education] Territorium helps 160,000 students in Costa Rica advance their careers every year
Guillermo Elizondo, CEO and Co-Founder of Territorium, shares the inspiring story about the company’s application of AI to make education more accessible across the globe. Microsoft industry experts join the podcast to discuss AI’s transformative role in education, including how AI is enhancing student assessments and institutional efficiency through innovations like Territorium’s competency-based learning tools.

Episode 4 – [AI in Healthcare] 3Cloud unlocks massive potential to improve patient lives through data analytics
Dan Rodriguez, CMO at 3Cloud, talks about the company’s award-winning data and AI solutions. He highlights the importance of scalable data platforms and Secure by Design strategies in enabling AI-driven healthcare advancements, such as personalized treatment plans and improved diagnostics. Later, Agustin Nolte, a director of partner marketing focused on healthcare and life sciences, joins the podcast to discuss advancements in technology within the healthcare industry, particularly the transformative potential of AI and data processing.

Real Stories, Real Success. Tune in and subscribe today, wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #SalesAndMarketing #DoingBizwMSFT #AccelerateDeals #CrossSolution

Resources to get you started: Retail industry

The emergence of AI has transformed the retail industry. Customers look to you for guidance, and there’s a wealth of information to help guide you when building your practice. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to begin.

Get started with the Era of AI Campaign in a Box. Use these assets to create preference for Microsoft AI solutions delivered by and tailored by your organization, driving leads and pipeline for your solutions.​

Look for more key resources you can leverage to empower your retail customers in upcoming Top Stories.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon

The Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon is an online series of actionable, hands-on sessions designed to help Microsoft partners make the most of Copilot.

Learn more and register now for the November 21 session on Copilot in Word and PowerPoint.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

November 6 Insider Call recap

Microsoft Partner Solution Architects joined last week’s Americas Partner Insider Call to discuss data governance and security for Microsoft 365 Copilot​, including how to address common concerns and recommend paths forward for your customers interested in Copilot. See the list of previous sessions to watch on demand.

November 6 Americas Partner Insider Call

Register now to attend our next Americas Partner Insider Call. Microsoft Partner Solution Architects will discuss strategies for governing and securing organizational data for Microsoft 365 Copilot. Join the call to learn how to address common concerns and recommend paths forward for your customers interested in Copilot.

See the list of previous sessions, now available to watch on demand.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #SalesAndMarketing #DoingBizwMSFT #AccelerateDeals #CrossSolution

Copilot for Microsoft 365 Excellence Workshop

To help accelerate your sales cycle, these one-on-one Microsoft-led training sessions are crafted for your customers that are eager to expand Microsoft 365 Copilot within their organization and scale their AI strategy. You’re invited to attend as well!

Nominate your customer through the Partner-led Sales Resource (PLSR) form today.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #SalesAndMarketing #BestPractice #AccelerateDeals #CrossSolution

Drive sales with Microsoft CloudAscent

CloudAscent is a data-driven tool that utilizes machine learning to provide Microsoft partners with valuable insights into their existing customer base. Use CloudAscent to identify which customers are ready to purchase Microsoft products—and focus on delivering the solutions they need.

Learn more and check out the new training videos available to partners and indirect providers.

Announcing Season 2 of the podcast No Slides Attached

In No Slides Attached: AI Stories with Microsoft Partners, we explore the latest technologies with expert guidance from Microsoft leaders and partners. Season 1 focused on how our Microsoft Copilots are already transforming businesses. In Season 2, we’re building on that momentum, diving even deeper into AI innovation across industries.

The first two episodes of Season 2 are available now, with new episodes coming out every two weeks:

Episode 1 – Open Innovation Is Crucial for AI + Unveiling the Industry Series!
Dr. Henry Chesbrough, the pioneer behind the concept of Open Innovation, shares his insights on how organizations can (and should) leverage both internal and external ideas to drive technological advancements. Next, Pam Salzer, Senior Director of Microsoft’s Industry Go-To-Market Team, emphasizes the importance of addressing industry-specific needs and how AI is being used to solve real-world problems across sectors. Listen now.

Episode 2 – [AI in Finance] Zafin is revolutionizing product and pricing in banking
Chris Dickin, EVP of Global Partner Strategy at Zafin, explores cutting-edge advancements in banking, focusing on Zafin’s innovative solution for core modernization, Zafin.io. Later in the podcast, industry expert Ryan Blakely discusses the inspiring conversation with Zafin, emphasizing how technology can accelerate time-to-market and enhance customer engagement in the financial sector, beyond banking. Listen now.

Real Stories, Real Success. Tune in and subscribe today, wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners #Services
Relevant to: #Event #GrowSkills #Security

October 22 Workshop: Build Security Culture and Governance with Microsoft’s SFI

The Secure Future Initiative (SFI) is Microsoft’s multi-year commitment to advance the way we design, build, test, and operate products and services to ensure the highest possible standards of security for our customers.

Register today for this October 22 webinar to learn more about SFI and what it means for you, along with best practices that help drive high standards for security.

This webinar will be live captioned in several languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, French, English, and German.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

Last chance to register for the October 17 Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon

The Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon is an online series of actionable, hands-on sessions designed to help Microsoft partners make the most of Copilot.

Learn more and register now for the October 17 session on Adoption with User Personas.

Find upcoming skilling opportunities you won’t want to miss.

Partner Training Gallery: Bookmark this page to find up-to-date technical and sales enablement events, resources, and playbooks.

See the full view of the Microsoft Partner Skilling Calendar.

Quick Links

Regional Skilling Service Phase 1 Now Live

We are happy to announce the new Regional Skilling Service is now launched to help managed partners close skilling gaps, drive certifications, and support Microsoft priorities. This new service will provide reactive support, monthly proactive office hours, key resources, and guidance to help enhance partner capabilities in areas like AI, cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, and more.

The new GPS Regional Skilling Service will:

• Provide managed partners with an inbound channel to submit questions and receive clear guidance on how to activate partner skilling offerings across certification training, project ready training, sales and pre-sales skilling
  • All guidance is anchored on and provided via the Microsoft Partner Training website
• Provide a continuous feedback loop to capture field and partner feedback that will be used to continuously improve our partner skilling offerings
• Drive awareness and attendance at in-person regional events, Partner AI Training Days, Certification Weeks for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, and Project Ready Workshops

Partners can contact the Skilling Desk by sending questions via email to AskSkilling@Microsoft.com

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a vital reminder of the growing importance of securing digital environments. For Microsoft partners, investing in skilling around Microsoft security solutions is crucial to staying ahead of evolving threats. Share the latest Security skilling offerings with your partners here.

Register now for the latest skilling offerings

Microsoft AI Partner Training Day
Join us in person to hear about the latest trends and technology in the era of Al, with guidance from Microsoft executives and industry leaders.

Hear about lessons learned from real-world Al deployments, discuss sales best practices followed by Microsoft teams, get hands-on experience with Microsoft’s Al platform, and learn about go-to-market tools to build and expand your Al practice.

Berlin
Nov 7, 2024
Register now

Toronto
Dec 2, 2024
Register now

Sydney
Dec 10, 2024
Register now

Copilot Certification – Generally Available

We are thrilled to announce that the GitHub Copilot certification exam became generally available on October 24th! This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to validate their skills with GitHub Copilot.

We believe this certification will play a vital role in helping professionals enhance their expertise and drive success in their projects.

For more information, please visit the certification landing page. You can also find the GitHub Copilot study guide, which includes links to the Microsoft Learning paths to help prepare for the exam.

Microsoft LevelUp for Partners

On-demand content covering sales, pre-sales, and technical skilling with labs.

Request access to Microsoft LevelUp

Request access by emailing Ask GPS Enablement. In the subject line, include “LevelUp Access Request” in the body of your email, and indicate your name, work email address, and organization name.

Video: Introducing Microsoft LevelUp for Partners

 

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Upcoming events: Copilot (sales, pre-sales, and technical skilling)

Copilot for Microsoft 365, Copilot for Security, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Copilot for Service Workshop

Copilot Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Secure and Govern Copilot for Microsoft 365 with Microsoft Purview – Pre-sales

Nov 7, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Click here to register

Build or Buy? Driving customer conversations with Copilot and the Copilot stack

Nov 19-21, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Click here to register

Microsoft 365 & Copilot Sales Bootcamp

Nov 25, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Sales and Pre-Sales Skilling

Microsoft CSP Security Sales Bootcamp – Simplifying ME5

Oct 29-30, 2024
IST, PDT, GMT

Register now

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Upcoming events: Azure

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

Certification Weeks for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program: Azure & GitHub

Achieving certification demonstrates your commitment to staying ahead of the curve in a fast-paced world. Accelerate your path to certification and mastering the intricacies of DevOps with GitHub, Azure AI, data science, infrastructure, and virtual desktop solutions with Azure & GitHub Certification Week.

Dec 2-6, 2024
IST, BST, PDT

Click here to register

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft Official Curriculum and presented in a modular format for each certification course.

New training videos are available!

AZ-700: Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions – NEW

DP-600: Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer – NEW

DP-100: Designing and Implementing a Data Science Solution on Azure – Refreshed

AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure – Refreshed

AZ-305: Developing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions – Refreshed

Register now

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Transform SAP Business Processes with Microsoft Copilot and Azure Services Bootcamp

Nov 6-8, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Click here to register

Microsoft Fabric Workshop

Nov 11-14, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Click here to register

Azure OpenAI Workshop

Oct 28-31, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Register now

Azure VMware Solutions Bootcamp

Nov 12-15, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Register now

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Upcoming events: Business Applications

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft’s official curriculum and is presented in a modular format for each certification course.

New training videos are available!

PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst – Refreshed

PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals – Refreshed

Register now

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Innovate with AI in Automation Workshop

Nov 12-14, 2024
PDT, IST, BST

Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Modern Work

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

Certification Weeks for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program: Modern Work

Accelerate your path to certification and mastering the intricacies of Microsoft 365 solutions including Copilot for Microsoft 365 with Modern Work certification week events.

Nov 4-8, 2024
IST, GMT, PST

Register now

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft’s official curriculum and is presented in a modular format for each certification course.

New training videos are available!

MS-4005: Copilot for M365 – NEW

MS-4007: Copilot for M365 User Enablement Specialist – NEW

Get Started with Copilot for M365 – NEW

Register now

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Better Sell Copilot with M365 Business Case Builder and more Bootcamp

Nov 5-6, 2024
PDT, IST, GMT

Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Security

Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program

Microsoft Certification Week for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program is a five-day event that helps prepare you for Microsoft advanced role-based certifications. This is one of the best ways to help your organization meet the skilling criteria needed to attain a Solutions Partner designation.

Certification Weeks for Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program: Security

Accelerate your path to certification and mastering the intricacies of cybersecurity, threat protection, incident response, and more with Security certification week events.

Nov 4-8, 2024
IST, GMT, PST

Register now

On-demand certification prep content

Modular Training Videos
This content is derived from Microsoft’s official curriculum and is presented in a modular format for each certification course.

New training videos are available!

SC-300: Implement an Identity Management Solution – NEW

SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect – Refreshed

Register now

Partner Project Ready Workshops (Level 300+ Technical)

Technical skilling designed to build implementation and deployment capability.

Threat Protection and Incident Response with Microsoft Sentinel 

Nov 12-13, 2024
IST, PDT, BST

Click here to register

Fortify Your Data Security with Microsoft Purview

Nov 12-14, 2024
IST, PDT, BST

Coming soon: Click here to register

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Upcoming events: Industry specific skilling

Microsoft AI Envisioning Webinars for Industry

Encourage your partners to join our Microsoft AI Envisioning Webinars for Industry! These sessions are perfect for ISV or SI partners who are new to AI and looking to enhance their business. The webinars will provide valuable insights into AI’s impact on various industries, showcase practical use case examples, and guide partners in identifying business problems that can be solved with AI. Your partners will learn how to recognize AI opportunities, plan their development, and explore Microsoft tools for creating transformative AI applications. By leveraging the BXT framework, they can devise a comprehensive AI development plan and start building innovative AI solutions. Help your partners elevate their business with AI by encouraging them to participate in these informative webinars!

Register now: Retail | Manufacturing | Healthcare | Sustainability | Financial Services

Industry Sales Bootcamp

The goal of the industry sales bootcamp is to address the latency that exists between customer/field and partner enablement by developing a programmatic partner sales bootcamp day. The day consists of a 4-hour, interactive session with interactive session with AM and PM sessions available to suit different time zones.

Highlight this opportunity for your partners to join our half-day session focused on Sales Training and Enablement. This session offers a valuable opportunity for partners to hear and learn from Microsoft on important product updates and receive tailored training to unlock business value and deepen customer relationships. The agenda includes an introduction, through partner pitch, feature updates, sales orchestration, incentives, and a Q&A session. Help your partners enhance their sales skills and knowledge by encouraging them to participate in this informative session!

Register now

Industry AI Business and Capability Envisioning Event Series

We are excited to announce the continuation and expansion of our virtual Industry AI Business and Capability Envisioning event series, specially designed for ISV and SI partners. This is your chance to dive into the transformative world of AI and discover how it can revolutionize your business and benefit your clients.

AI for Manufacturing

Nov 6, 2024

Click here to register

AI for Sustainability

Nov 13, 2024

Click here to register

AI for Healthcare

Nov 20, 2024

Click here to register

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Upcoming events: SMB Resellers

Copilot Sales Champion

This new offering is built to advance sales knowledge and product evangelism across each Microsoft Copilot solution within our partner community. The Copilot for Microsoft 365 Sales Champion program is an on-demand and interactive learning path available on a “first come, first served” basis while seats are available.

Registration link: Copilot Sales Champion
Access Code: XQLW-TDDJ

Azure Infrastructure SMB Sales Champion

This new offering is built to advance sales knowledge and product evangelism across each Microsoft Copilot solution within our partner community. The Copilot for Microsoft 365 Sales Champion program is an on-demand and interactive learning path available on a “first come, first served” basis while seats are available.

Registration link: Azure Infrastructure SMB Sales Champion
Access Code: MIAB-EIIH

High Volume Acceleration Series

Ready to scale and grow your Dynamics 365 practice? Take the next step and join the high-volume acceleration sessions provided by Microsoft and presented in partnership with Neural Impact. During these FREE, live experts facilitated sessions you will learn the best practices Dynamics 365 partners around the world are using to accelerate their Dynamics 365 practice and SMB & SMC customer adds. Sessions provide marketing, sales and delivery acceleration tips and strategies.

Oct 22-Dec 10, 2024
PST, CEST

Register now

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Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon

The Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon is an online series of actionable, hands-on sessions designed to help Microsoft partners make the most of Copilot.

Learn more and register now for the October 17 session on Adoption with User Personas.

Partner Audience: #ISV #Services
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowYourBiz #CrossSolution

Ultimate Partner LIVE: Executive Summit

Join more than 300 other partners in Dallas, Texas, on October 22–23, at this unique event designed to help you align with Microsoft executives and award-winning advisors to drive success with Microsoft’s FY25 priorities.

Engage, learn, and connect through hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and insights into Microsoft’s strategic goals. This highly acclaimed event also emphasizes inclusion—featuring women in tech, black channel partners, and more.

Check out the growing list of speakers and register today.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

October 2 Americas Partner Insider Call

It’s not too late to register for the next Americas Partner Insider Call! Join the call to learn about partner training and certification resources designed to help you build the skills you need today—and the expertise to achieve more tomorrow. Then, go on an expert-led deep dive into Copilot licensing for partners.

Register here
The event will be held in English, with closed captions in Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

See the list of previous sessions, now available to watch on demand.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2

The next wave of Copilot innovation is here, bringing together web + work + Pages as a new design system for knowledge work. Read this blog to learn about the exciting new announcements that deliver unmatched value to our customers across Modern Work and Business Applications.

And join us on September 25 for a Special Edition Americas Partner Insider Call on Modern Work and Copilot. Our industry insiders will share the latest product announcements, CSP and getting-started offers, and guidance on how to drive Copilot customer success. Register today.

Partner Audience: #CSP
Relevant to: #ProgramOfferUpdate #UnderstandBenefits #ModernWork

Copilot for Microsoft 365 promo

Microsoft recently announced a special promotional offer focused on Copilot for Microsoft 365, available to CSP partners globally.

Microsoft is providing a 15% discount off the Partner Net Price for 10 to 300 seat purchases of Copilot for Microsoft 365, for customers that already have a qualifying subscription during the promotional period.

North America

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This promotion is valid for eligible customer transactions now through December 31, 2024, on annual subscriptions. Learn more.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

October 2 Americas Partner Insider Call

Register now to learn about partner training and certification resources designed to help you build the skills you need today—and the expertise to achieve more tomorrow. Then, go on an expert-led deep dive into Copilot licensing for partners.

See the list of previous sessions, now available to watch on demand.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #SuccessStory #GrowYourBiz #LearnSolutionAreas #Azure #CrossSolution

No Slides Attached podcast—Season 2 kicks off September 25

After an incredible first season of No Slides Attached: AI stories with Microsoft Partners, we’re back with Season 2! Look for Episode 1 tomorrow, when we’ll begin to dive even deeper into the world of AI and industry innovation.

In No Slides Attached, we explore the latest technologies with expert guidance from Microsoft leaders and partners. Season 1 focused on how our Copilots are already transforming businesses—now, we’re building on that momentum, to bring an industry lens.

Real Stories, Real Success. Tune in and subscribe today, wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #DoingBizwMSFT #GrowYourBiz #CrossSolution #Azure #Security

Hybrid Cloud Partners podcast—inspiring stories and innovative solutions

In the Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners podcast we explore the latest opportunities to enhance your profitability and prepare for the future with AI. Each episode features an inspiring story from industry peers and innovative solutions for scaling your business profitably. Listen to the latest episode and check for more coming soon!

Subscribe today to listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts:
YouTube* | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | RSS

*With subtitles in French, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept but a reality that’s revolutionizing multiple sectors, and education is no exception. As AI technologies advance, new opportunities are arising to improve and transform education, from personalized teaching to streamlining administrative processes. But how can AI, in combination with digital tools, radically change the education sector and better prepare students for the future? Controles Empresariales partnered with Microsoft to explore the possibilities.

Personalized learning is at the heart of this educational revolution

One of the biggest benefits of AI in education is the ability to deliver personalized learning on a large scale. With the use of advanced algorithms, it’s possible to tailor educational content to the specific needs of individual students. This means that students can learn at their own pace, focusing on areas where they need more support and advancing faster in the subjects they’ve mastered.

In addition, AI can be used to analyze large volumes of data to identify patterns in student learning. These trends allow educators to adjust their teaching methods and offer additional resources to those who need them. This not only improves the quality of education, but also reduces dropout rates by keeping students engaged and motivated.

Leveraging AI to optimize administrative processes

The implementation of AI is not limited to the classroom. Educational institutions can leverage it to optimize their administrative processes, such as enrollment management, student progress tracking, and resource allocation. For example, AI systems can predict the demand for certain courses or educational resources, allowing institutions to plan better.

Likewise, AI can be a powerful tool for automated assessment of tests and assignments, reducing the workload of teachers and allowing them to focus on teaching. With the help of AI, educational institutions can achieve greater operational efficiency, resulting in a better experience for students and teachers.

AI in action in educational environments

In Colombia, we have added several experiences that reflect the power of technology in educational spaces. For example, we collaborated with the Secretary of Education of Medellín to strengthen education during the pandemic crisis in 2020 that resulted in 102,000 students dropping out of school.

Together with Microsoft, we implemented Microsoft 365 in 118 educational institutions, benefiting 1,960 users, including teachers and students, through 167 workshops and more than 330 hours of training. This project not only improved connectivity and reduced dropout rates, it also boosted educational productivity and personalization. Through the integration of tools such as Code Combat and Educaplay, Controles Empresariales demonstrated leadership in the digital transformation of education.

In this scenario, we used AI to transform educational processes by personalizing learning, adapting curricula according to the needs of each student, especially in rural areas with limited resources. In addition, AI was used to predict student dropout rate by analyzing behavioral patterns, enabling early interventions to keep students in the education system. Virtual assistants were also implemented to guide students and teachers in the use of digital tools, offering real-time support and improving accessibility.

AI was also used to automate repetitive administrative tasks, such as attendance management and test marking, allowing teachers to focus more on teaching. Interactive, AI-powered tools were able to deliver more dynamic educational content, while education leaders used predictive analytics to make more informed policy and resource decisions. The result: AI can be leveraged to optimize existing resources and improve the efficiency, accessibility, and personalization of education, generating a lasting positive impact.

The future of education with AI

The implementation of AI in education is not just about improving teaching methods and administrative processes. It also has the potential to transform the way we think about learning and education. As technology continues to advance, it’s critical that educational institutions and governments prepare to integrate these tools effectively, ensuring that all students, regardless of location or socio-economic status, have access to quality education.

AI has the power to bridge gaps, personalize education, and optimize processes. The integration of AI into the education sector is undoubtedly one of the keys to preparing future generations for the challenges of the modern world. Together with Microsoft and the right strategy, Controles Empresariales has shown it’s possible to build a more equitable future full of opportunity for all with AI.

Join the conversation

Want to explore this and other topics you care about with Microsoft and other US partners? Head over to the Microsoft Americas Partner Community on LinkedIn.

Microsoft AI Partner Training Day

Join us, in person, to hear about the latest trends and technology in the era of AI, with guidance from Microsoft executives and industry leaders.

Learn more and register for a training event near you. We’ll be at 12 locations worldwide, including 3 locations in the Americas:

Mexico City, Mexico
October 2, 2024
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Sao Paulo, Brazil
October 7, 2024
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Toronto, Canada
December 2, 2024
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Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon

The Copilot Partner Prompt-a-Thon is an online series of actionable, hands-on sessions designed to help Microsoft partners make the most of Copilot.

Learn more and register now for the September 19 session Creating Images with Copilot and Designer.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #Event #GrowSkills #CrossSolution

Microsoft Ignite 2024

In-person, Chicago | November 18–22
Online | November 19–21​

Save the date for Microsoft Ignite, a four-day hybrid event designed for business leaders, partners, and IT professionals to learn about the latest technology and innovations from Microsoft. With demos and firsthand access to new AI solutions and copilots, don’t miss this opportunity to explore the latest tools, receive deep technical training, and get your questions answered by Microsoft experts. Learn more.

Partner Audience: #AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #DoingBizwMSFT #GrowYourBiz #CrossSolution #Azure #Security

Hybrid Cloud Partners podcast—inspiring stories and innovative solutions

In the Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners podcast we explore the latest opportunities to enhance your profitability and prepare for the future with AI. Each episode features an inspiring story from industry peers and innovative solutions for scaling your business. Listen to the latest episode and check for more coming soon!

Subscribe today to listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts:
YouTube* | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | RSS

*With subtitles in French, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Partner Audience: AllPartners
Relevant to: #AllRoles #DoingBizwMSFT #GrowYourBiz #CrossSolution

Special Edition Americas Partner Insider Call on September 25

Don’t forget to register for this special edition Insider Call on Modern Work and Copilot. Our industry insiders will share the latest product announcements, CSP and getting-started offers, and guidance on how to drive Copilot customer success.

Register here
The event will be held in English, with closed captions in Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

See the list of previous sessions, now available to watch on demand.