Benefits of Working with a Gold Microsoft Partner

Finding the right Microsoft Partner for your organization’s needs might seem intimidating. In a sea full of providers that promise different things, being able to identify the most suitable one it sure is a difficult task. 

For instance, how to identify which ones will only help you with a specific task from the ones that can provide a robust catalog of solutions? Do you need a one time service, or do you need constant support? Will you require hardware, software, or cloud infrastructure? Here we present to you the qualities you have to look for from a Microsoft Partner.

Microsoft Silver and Gold Partners

Microsoft recognizes partners with specific skills in two different types: Silver and Gold. For a business to achieve a Microsoft Silver Partner status, they have to demonstrate a delimited performance ratio, pass through a company training, quality of service, and customer care. In addition, the company must at least include two Microsoft Certified Professionals in your firm. Overall, Microsoft Silver Partners make up 5% of all Microsoft Partners. 

On the other hand, a more exclusive and prepared 1% of Microsoft Partners are granted the certification of Microsoft Gold Partners. To become one, businesses had to demonstrate their expertise in several aspects, like having at least 4 Microsoft-certified professionals. Not only that,  but higher performance, training, proficiency in applications, infrastructure, business applications, AI, Azure, SQL, and modern workplace are required to be certified.