{"id":50420,"date":"2026-01-29T09:00:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/americas-partner-blog\/?p=50420"},"modified":"2026-01-29T09:03:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:03:51","slug":"its-time-for-business-accelerate-smb-outcomes-with-microsoft-365-copilot-business-and-security-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/americas-partner-blog\/2026\/01\/29\/its-time-for-business-accelerate-smb-outcomes-with-microsoft-365-copilot-business-and-security-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s time for business: Accelerate SMB outcomes with Microsoft 365 Copilot Business and Security Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Partner Audience:<\/strong>\u00a0<em>#AllPartners #PartnersMakeMorePossible<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Relevant to<\/strong>:<em>\u00a0 #AI #MicrosoftCopilot\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Across the Americas, small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have entered a new era of opportunity. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">AI is no longer experimental. Security is no longer optional. And for partners, this requires a sharpening of focus.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SMBs are looking for trusted advisors who can help them adopt AI with confidence, protect their data by design, and deliver\u00a0real business\u00a0outcomes without adding complexity. For Microsoft partners, this moment\u00a0represents\u00a0a powerful inflection point.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s time for business<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0with an unprecedented opportunity\u00a0for focused go-to-market motions designed to help Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) partners accelerate SMB growth by bringing together\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft 365 Copilot Business<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, AI-powered productivity, and\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">security that\u2019s built-in from day one<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Backed by compelling offers, real-world scenarios, and strong profitability incentives, partners have an unprecedented portfolio to grow their Microsoft practice while helping customers move faster, work smarter, and stay secure.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TrackChangeTextInsertion TrackedChange SCXW228641813 BCX8\"><span class=\"TrackedChange SCXW228641813 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW228641813 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228641813 BCX8\">A new wave of offers is making it easier than ever to bring Copilot Business to customers across all lines of business and industries, starting with standalone Copilot Business, Purview, and Defender suite that unlock immediate productivity and protection<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228641813 BCX8\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228641813 BCX8\">Also available, are streamlined Microsoft 365 + Copilot bundles that create a seamless path to scale AI broadly supported by compelling CSP promos that make these upgrades more accessible for customers. The sections ahead break down how each offer accelerates Copilot Business adoption and turns AI into tangible outcomes for every type of organization.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why now? One motion, two outcomes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make AI real:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span>Microsoft 365 Copilot Business<span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0brings AI directly into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams,\u00a0delivering immediate,\u00a0work grounded\u00a0productivity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-teams=\"true\"><strong>Stay protected<\/strong>: As AI usage scales, attaching security solutions to Business Premium helped customers reduce risk, govern sensitive data, and meet compliance needs without added complexity. <a id=\"menur6m\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-365\/admin\/security-and-compliance\/add-defender-suite-business-premium?view=o365-worldwide\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-365\/admin\/security-and-compliance\/add-defender-suite-business-premium?view=o365-worldwide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link Learn more\">Learn more<\/a> about the Microsoft 365 Defender Suite, Microsoft 365 Purview Suite, and the Microsoft 365 Purview and Defender Suite.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is not about introducing new\u00a0SKUs,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0about delivering\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">productivity and protection<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0together through a single, repeatable partner motion.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The partner opportunity with SMB<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Copilot business whitespace<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> across Business Basic, Standard, and Premium tiers creates broad opportunity and stronger renewals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Security add-ons<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for Business Premium standardize protection and governance alongside AI adoption, often with cost optimization.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CSP incentives and\u00a0limited time\u00a0promotions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0create urgency, accelerate adoption, and support predictable partner profitability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What to sell\u00a0and when?\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft 365 Copilot Business (attach to Microsoft 365 Business SKUs)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Attach Copilot Business to existing Microsoft 365 Business customers to unlock immediate AI productivity and\u00a0establish\u00a0a scalable foundation for broader adoption.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CSP promotion<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ERP:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0$21\/user\/month<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$18\/user\/month (~15% off)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eligibility:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1\u2013300 seats<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, annual commitment (annual or monthly billing\u00a0option)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo window:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">December 1, 2025 \u2013 March 31, 2026<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">FAQ:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/partner.microsoft.com\/en-us\/resources\/detail\/operations-promo-guide-pdf\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global Promo Readiness Guide<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SMB\u00a0Security\u00a0Solutions\u00a0for Microsoft 365 Business Premium<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To ensure AI adoption is secure and compliant, attach both security addon suites to Business Premium.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft Defender Suite for Business Premium<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strengthens threat protection across identity, device, and email<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Helps customers reduce risk and simplify their security posture<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft Purview Suite for Business Premium (Copilot add-on)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enables data loss prevention, information protection, and compliance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Governs sensitive data and AI interactions as Copilot usage expands<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Current CSP promotion (Purview Suite)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ERP:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0$10\/user\/month<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$5\/user\/month (~50% off)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eligibility:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10\u2013300 seats<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, annual commitment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo window:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">December 1, 2025 \u2013 March 31, 2026<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo FAQ:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/partner.microsoft.com\/en-us\/resources\/detail\/operations-promo-guide-pdf\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global Promo Readiness Guide<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hard bundles to scale AI at renewal<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As customers move from pilot to\u00a0organization wide\u00a0adoption, transition them into\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft 365 Business + Copilot Business<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0bundles for simplified purchasing and predictable scale.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Current CSP bundle promotions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(12month term; 10\u2013300 seats)<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft 365 Business Standard + Copilot Business:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$22\/user\/month (~35% off ERP $33.50)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Microsoft 365 Business Premium + Copilot Business:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$32\/user\/month (~25% off ERP $43)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo FAQ:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/partner.microsoft.com\/en-us\/resources\/detail\/operations-promo-guide-pdf\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global Promo Readiness Guide<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recommended attach opportunities <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Attach\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Copilot Business<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to every eligible Microsoft 365 Business customer<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Attach\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Purview Suite<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to every AI deployment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Attach\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Defender Suite and Purview Suite<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to every Business Premium customer<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Offers mapped to real customer scenarios<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starting with AI:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Attach Copilot Business to Microsoft 365 Business customers and expand with security as usage grows.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Securing AI adoption:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Attach Defender and Purview Suites to Business Premium as Copilot rolls out.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scaling at renewal:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Move customers into Business + Copilot bundles and strengthen security with Purview Suite.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Guidance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo window:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0December 1, 2025 \u2013 March 31, 2026<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Seat limits:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Copilot Business\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1\u2013300<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">; Bundles and Purview Suite\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10\u2013300<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Billing:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Annual commitment; promo pricing held for the full subscription term<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promo FAQ:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/partner.microsoft.com\/en-us\/resources\/detail\/operations-promo-guide-pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Global Promo Readiness Guide<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next steps for acceleration<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Execute with the 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