Growth margins and API readiness updates

Prepare for new growth margin opportunities and upcoming API changes with readiness resources and technical guidance.

Impacted audience

CSP distributors and direct bill partners

Starting October 1, 2026, growth margins will provide eligible partners with incremental margin on qualifying Microsoft 365 growth opportunities. Built upon partner feedback, growth margins give you more flexibility to structure deals, compete for new business, reward reseller performance, and reinvest in capabilities that support long-term growth.

Review the available readiness resources now so you can maximize growth opportunities, maintain business continuity, and prepare your organization for upcoming technical changes.

Technical guidance is available to help eligible partners navigate API changes and implement best practices for data export and billing automation.

Next steps

• Review the partner resource collection
• Evaluate opportunities to incorporate growth margins into your Microsoft 365 sales and growth strategies
• Eligible partners may open an Advisory Case with Microsoft Partner Technical Consulting for API transition guidance