Microsoft Marketplace Partner Release Notes: October 2024 Edition
Stay Ahead with the Latest Marketplace Updates!
Welcome, partners! This October edition of Partner Release Notes brings you everything you need to thrive in the Microsoft commercial marketplace. Here’s how we’re helping you reach more customers, simplify sales, and unlock growth:
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Noteworthy Highlights
Reduced Agency Fees for Marketplace Renewals:
We’re excited to announce a more partner-friendly strategy with a 50% reduction in agency fees for renewals sold as private offers through the marketplace. This applies automatically when claiming existing marketplace agreements or off-marketplace sales as renewals in Partner Center.
Benefits for you and your customers:
Increased profitability: Lower agency fees mean more revenue for your business.
Simplified renewals: A smooth renewal process keeps your customers happy.
Find out more:
(Link to resources explaining the reduced agency fee program)
More Partner Power:
Partner Center AI Assistant (Preview): Get the power of AI-driven assistance directly in Partner Center.
Training Partners on AppSource: Showcase your training expertise and reach more customers.
New Hugging Face Models in Azure AI: Expand your AI solution possibilities with cutting-edge models.
Updated ATO Reporting Requirements (Australia): Ensure compliance with the latest Australian tax regulations.
Partner Resources:
We’ve compiled the best resources to help you maximize your marketplace success:
(Link to curated marketplace resources)
⏰ Recent & Upcoming Events:
Ignite Chicago? Don’t miss the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program (MAICPP) area at the Hub space and attend exclusive in-person theater sessions!
(List of theater sessions with dates and times)
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