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To simplify the CSP catalog and reduce confusion, Microsoft is updating the Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 Nonprofit 3‑year offers.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) direct bill partners and indirect providers
Several Microsoft specialization certifications are retiring and being replaced by new AI-focused criteria.
AudiencePartners earning/renewing Business Apps or Data & AI designation - or AI Apps, AI Platform, Finance, Intelligent Automation, Low Code, Sales, Service, or Supply Chain specializations
Following the general availability of Microsoft 365 Copilot Cowork, partner resources and enablement materials are now available to support customer conversations, planning, and readiness.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners. Software development companies, and systems integrators (SIs)
Use the new Microsoft Entra ID P2 Education Student stock-keeping unit (SKU) for renewals beginning July 1.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners who sell, manage, or renew Microsoft Entra ID P2 Education Student subscriptions
We’ve extended the Microsoft Sentinel 50 GB commitment tier promotion, giving partners more time to drive adoption.
AudienceAll partners
The temporary CSP limitation on the "Windows 365 GPU Enterprise Select 256-GB" SKU lifts on July 1, 2026. Plan customer conversations now.
AudienceCSP partners
We're informing all Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners of an important update regarding the new commerce (NCE) license-based services preview (future) price list scheduled for publication on July 1, 2026.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners, direct-bill partners, and indirect providers who use NCE license-based price lists in all regions/markets
Marketplace Rewards partners can use Azure sponsorships to support customer deployments and no-cost trials of Marketplace offers.
AudienceMarketplace Rewards partners using Azure sponsorships for customer deployments or no-cost trial offers in Microsoft Marketplace.
A new Check Inventory by Resource Type API is now available. The existing Check Inventory API will be retired on September 25, 2026.
AudienceAll partners using Partner Center APIs for inventory checks.
Preview the updated Microsoft Partner Agreement (MPA) in Partner Center.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners
Partners can now view promotion details in the Partner Center UX in addition to downloading the promotions list.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) direct bill partners and distributors.
A new End of Sale Pricelist for Software is being added to Partner Center, effective July 1, 2026.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) direct bill partners and distributors.
Reminder: The ReferenceId attribute in Billed and Unbilled Reconciliation files is updated to a structured JSON format effective June 15, 2026.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) direct bill partners and distributors.
Copilot Cowork is now available alongside Microsoft Scout agent experience.
AudienceSoftware development companies, systems integrators (SIs), and Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners.
Reminder: Microsoft 365 pricing and packaging updates coming in 2026. Lock in current pricing by closing renewals before July 1.
AudienceCloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners, including distributors, indirect resellers, direct bill partners, and scale solution providers (SSPs).
Introducing the new Partner Skilling discussion board on Tech Community—your go-to destination for skilling opportunities and expertise.
AudienceAll partners
Stay ahead of API changes, compliance requirements, and security updates with clear technical guidance.
AudienceDevelopers, compliance leads, admins, and other partners in technical roles.
What’s new for Solutions Partner designations, specializations, and other Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program offerings and benefits.
AudiencePartners enrolled in the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program
A new, singular view of your data security signals and Copilot opportunity data.
AudienceCSP distributors, CSP indirect resellers, CSP direct bill partners, Scale Solution Providers (SSPs), Global Systems Integrators/systems integrators (GSIs/SIs)
Turn Copilot Chat usage into Microsoft 365 Copilot deals with the Pitch Maker Agent (beta) experience.
AudienceCSP distributors, CSP indirect resellers, CSP direct bill partners, and GSIs/SIs
New Microsoft 365 Copilot promotion: Customers can save 15% on three-year commitments for 300+ licenses.
AudienceCSP authorized partners
Multifactor authentication (MFA) enforcement for Partner Center APIs: Take action immediately.
AudiencePartners using app+user authentication for Partner Center API integrations
Download and replace license keys every six months to continue using on-premises Dynamics 365 Business Central online.
AudienceCSP partners
Free digital skilling event for Microsoft partners, June 8–12.
AudienceAll partners
New licensing prerequisite for Agent 365: Microsoft 365 E5 required for new purchases starting June 1, 2026.
AudiencePartners supporting Agent 365 customer engagements.