Partners who meet the comprehensive requirements to earn an advanced specialization receive a customer-facing label they can display on their business profile in the Microsoft solution provider finder, gain access to specific Microsoft go-to-market programs, are prioritized in customer searches to drive new business, and can generate a certified letter from Microsoft that verifies the advanced specialization that they have earned.
An SAP on Azure Advanced Specialization assures potential customers that a partner meets the highest standards for service delivery and support and increases partner visibility through prioritized ranking in searches and referrals via solution provider.
For these reasons, this opportunity is available only to partners who meet additional stringent requirements.
Learn more about advanced specializations.
How do I apply?
Only administrators of an organization's Microsoft partner account can submit an application for the SAP on Microsoft Azure advanced specialization on behalf of the organization.
If you have the appropriate role and access, you can apply by signing into Partner Center and navigating to your Partner Center dashboard > Competencies > Advanced Specialization.