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Editor's Note

Microsoft last week announced sweeping changes to its Cloud Solution Provider program, affecting direct bill partners, distributors and indirect resellers. Read what analysts thought below.

We're inviting opinions from partners on the changes, either on-the-record or anonymously. You can contact our editorial team here.

Analysts mixed on partner impact from Microsoft's CSP program overhaul

But positive about the three-year Microsoft 365 E3/E5 term.

SAP names new APAC head of partner ecosystem

Peter Moore promoted.

Barhead named a leader for MS Power Platform and Dynamics 365 by ISG

For fourth consecutive year.

Avocado Consulting names AI and hyper-automation lead

Abitha Arunachalam joins from Libran IT.

MMT signs PICO Business to distribute enterprise XR solutions

Exclusive deal for the Australian market.

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