Supplier Diversity
At Microsoft, we believe in creating opportunities for people to succeed—in our products, in our workplace, and among our suppliers. As part of that goal, we are strongly committed to supplier diversity, which includes seeking certified minority, woman, service-disabled veteran, and veteran-owned business enterprises, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, and HUBZone business concerns from which to purchase competitively priced quality goods and services.
Whatever the size, scale, or background of your company, we encourage you to take a closer look at doing business with Microsoft. |
Last year, we spent more than US$1 billion working with suppliers that are woman-owned, minority-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. Exceeding $1 billion dollars is a significant milestone for Microsoft as we join approximately a dozen other U.S. corporations that spend a similar amount with such businesses. We achieved this milestone because our Procurement team is committed to increasing our annual diverse supplier expenditure.
"Continuing to develop our Supplier Diversity program remains a core commitment for Microsoft and is an essential part of developing a world-class procurement organization. Growing a diverse supplier base is something all of us as procurement professionals are passionate about. I am really pleased to see so many people at Microsoft who are eager to make a personal contribution to supplier diversity at all levels of our organization," says Tim McBride, Chief Procurement Officer. "I am also honored to be taking on the position of Chair of the Business Consortium Fund [BCF] of the NMSDC [National Minority Supplier Development Council]. This is a truly impactful, non-profit organization that includes 62 other leading corporations from across the country that is dedicated to increasing access to capital for minority-owned firms. Leading the BCF is truly a privilege for me and a highlight of my career."
"Microsoft serves diverse markets globally," says Fernando Hernandez, Director of Supplier Diversity at Microsoft, "and we are convinced that our supplier diversity initiatives are a key competitive advantage, helping us win new business, retain customers, and reinforce the Microsoft brand."
We see no limit to the potential that, together, we all might realize. We believe in creating opportunities for people to succeed—and expect our suppliers to do the same. All of our prime suppliers are encouraged to subcontract work to diverse vendors.
Are You Interested in Working with Microsoft?
Microsoft has multiple resources to help diverse businesses obtain the necessary information, accreditations, and contacts to get started working with Microsoft.
How to Work with Microsoft
Partnering for Business Opportunities
Small Business Support
Make Your Businesses Visible to Microsoft
Are you ready to take the next step? Register your business at the link below. Microsoft Procurement will contact you if you meet the needs of a specific contract requirement or if we decide to consider your business for inclusion in the Microsoft Vendor Program.
Glossary Definitions
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Available Resources and Contacts
Executive Bio: Fernando J. Hernandez, Supplier Diversity Director
Registering Your Interest in Doing Business with Microsoft
Official Accreditation Organizations
Microsoft Vendor U.S. Subcontracting Spend (Tier 2) Reporting
