How to choose between direct or indirect Microsoft CSP programs
So you want your IT provider business to become a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP), but you’re not sure which variation of the program is best for you. That choice of partnership, between direct (formerly called Tier 1) and indirect (Tier 2), will have major implications for your managed service provider (MSP) or value-added reseller […]
Direct CSP Changes: Going Indirect Will Save You Thousands a Year in Support Fees
Microsoft has recently announced that they will be updating their requirements for direct partners of the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program. As of August 31, 2018, to be a direct partner you will have to purchase a Microsoft support plan and demonstrate key capabilities to help meet your customers’ needs. On-demand Webinar: Get the lowdown […]
5 Reasons to Go Indirect CSP (or why the middleman is worth it)
Whether you want to resell Office 365, become a Dynamics CRM partner, or an online backup reseller, the best and most profitable way to go forward is to become a Microsoft cloud partner. And to go about doing that, you have two options: become a direct provider, or partner with a Microsoft distributor and become […]
The CSP Program Explained – Requirements and FAQ
The CSP, or Cloud Solution Provider program, is an initiative set up by Microsoft. The CSP lets you set your own prices and profit margins for reselling Office 365, Dynamics 365 and Azure, three of Microsoft’s most popular products.
How to Start Reselling Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Direct vs. Indirect CSP)
Become a Microsoft Dynamics Reseller Have your customers been asking you about Dynamics 365? If not, they should be. This Microsoft solution is designed to help small business owners simplify their financial, sales and marketing tasks. Allied Market Research has predicted that the worldwide market for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software will increase to $41.6 […]
