23 September, 2025
Session Information
- Breakdown of the new criteria and structure for the Security solution designation
- Comparison of “before and after” updates
- Introduction of new products like the Defender Suite and Purview Suite for SMBs
Partner Success Framework
Learn how Microsoft evaluates partners across three dimensions:
1. Customer Addition: Expanding your customer base
2. Customer Reach & Engagement: Deepening Microsoft solution usage
3. Technical Skilling: Ensuring your workforce is certified and capable
Technical Skilling & Certification
To qualify for the security designation, partners must build competencies across Microsoft 365 and Azure. This includes:
- Microsoft Defender (for Office, Endpoint, Cloud, etc.)
- Azure Sentinel, Bastion
- Exams tailored to specific workloads and solutions
New SMB Security Products
Defender Suite for Business Premium
Brings E5-grade security to SMB customers
Includes:
- Defender for Endpoint P2
- Defender for Cloud Apps
- Defender for Identity
- Entra ID P2
Cheaper than full E5 licences. Ideal for SMB security needs.
Purview Suite
Brings E5 compliance to SMBs
Includes:
- Insider Risk Management
- eDiscovery Premium
- Audit & Governance tools
Essential for customers using Microsoft Copilot for sensitive data.
Why This Matters
Achieving a Microsoft Security Solution Designation:
- Boosts your partner credibility
- Unlocks financial incentives
- Provides access to exclusive resources & support
- Equips you to offer best-in-class security to your customers
Watch the full webinar
Stay ahead with Microsoft’s evolving security landscape. Let Ingram Micro and Microsoft help you empower your customers today, for more information contact: cloud@ingrammicro.co.uk
