Microsoft introduced the Microsoft Customer Agreement (MCAv2) on October 1, 2019. The Microsoft Customer Agreement is a simplified purchase agreement that provides consistent purchase terms for customers – regardless of the way customers choose to buy. An existing customer can still transact under the Microsoft Cloud Agreement (MCAv1) during the transition period before MCAv2 becomes…
My workspace feels like it’s needlessly complex, and I often find that frustrating. Imagine a workspace where my behaviour is constantly learned, and where intelligent decisions can be made to improve my productivity and security… Wouldn’t that be great?! As I sit here writing this blog, I have my LastPass app open, multiple browsers open…
In the fast-paced world of cybersecurity, Adversaries are constantly growing advanced techniques in response to the tactics that we and other organizations use to thwart their attacks. Protecting corporate information is becoming more complex with services moving to the cloud, employees becoming more mobile, and new technologies are being introduced more frequently. It’s important…
Prepare for Microsoft Customer Agreement Today During Microsoft Inspire 2019, Microsoft has announced that from 1 October the Microsoft Customer Agreement will begin to replace the existing Microsoft Cloud Agreement for all customers served through the Cloud Solution Provider program. Currently, a customer will need to sign an agreement with Microsoft or partner multiple times…
Companies are rapidly adopting cloud services and mobile workspace, changing the ways employees interact with company apps and data using either company-owned or personal devices. Whether it is a large or small and medium business, users in every organization are becoming more productive than it ever was thanks for cloud technologies. However, this result in…
Skype for Business Online to be retired on July 31, 2021 Microsoft has announced that Skype for Business Online will be retired on July 31, 2021. Between now and then, current Skype for Business Online customers will experience no change in service, and they’ll be able to continue to add new users as needed. However,…
1. Microsoft Partner Security requirements As we step into FY20, it's clear that Microsoft will be putting a lot of emphasis on “SECURITY” for Cloud solution provider (CSP) program. This first segment of the blog will take you through the latest security requirements defined for all indirect resellers. Note: Click on the links/URL provided throughout…
New CSP Program Updates Resource Gallery Microsoft had announced the new CSP Program Updates Resource Gallery – a searchable collection of all CSP resources found in the Partner Center announcements enabling CSP partners to quickly find materials they’re looking for using a robust filter, sort, and free text search features. You can access and start…
