Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program

Concept

The Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program lets Microsoft partners resell Microsoft cloud services such as Microsoft 365, Azure and Dynamics 365 and manage billing, support and provisioning for their customers, either as direct-bill partners or as indirect resellers through a provider.

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Documentation	learn.microsoft.com/partner-center/csp-overview

Key points about Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program

The Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program lets partners resell Microsoft cloud services such as Microsoft 365, Azure and Dynamics 365. · Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) …

Episodes about Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program

Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) - Simply Explained

2026-07-22 · Video on YouTube

Most businesses buying Microsoft 365 or Azure through a partner are already using CSP without knowing how it works. This episode explains the Cloud Solution Provider program for IT buyers and Microsoft partners: direct versus indirect resellers, how partners…

How Microsoft Partners Can Survive CSP Margin Compression

2026-03-11 · Video on YouTube

This episode breaks down a major transformation happening in the Microsoft partner ecosystem: 👉 The shift from technical implementation → economic stewardship The key message is blunt: If your business still competes on technical delivery, you’re competing in…

Microsoft Partner Center - Simply Explained

2026-07-24 · Video on YouTube

Many partners think Partner Center is only a portal for big resellers and leave benefits, credits and incentives unused. This episode explains Microsoft Partner Center for consultants, managed service providers and software companies: who it is for, what the…

How to Become a High-Performing Microsoft Partner

2026-07-15 · Video on YouTube

Becoming a high-performing Microsoft partner requires much more than technical expertise—it demands a business strategy focused on customer success, specialization, recurring revenue, and continuous innovation. In this episode of Microsoft Knowledge Nuggets…

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Articles about Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program (1)

Direct vs. Indirect CSP: Which Microsoft Partner Model is Right for You?
2026-08-22 · Mirko Peters
Compare direct and indirect Microsoft CSP models, including distributor relationships, billing, support responsibilities, investment, and operational demands.

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What is the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program?

CSP is Microsoft's program that lets partners resell cloud services including Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365 and enterprise mobility and security, while handling billing, support and service. · From the episode: Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) …

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Documentation: learn.microsoft.com/partner-center/csp-overview
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Articles on this topic: 1

Maintained by Mirko Peters (Microsoft MVP) · Last updated: 2026-11-03