Learn how the Microsoft Partner Program validates partner expertise and why credentials like Designations and Specializations matter when choosing the right technology partner.

Choosing the right Microsoft partner is no small task. It requires trust, transparency, and confidence that the partner will act in your best interest across every aspect of your business. To help simplify this decision, the Microsoft Partner Program has introduced a powerful way to validate a partner’s technical expertise: Solution Partner Designations and Specializations.

What Are Solution Partner Designations?

Microsoft’s partner ecosystem is vast, with tens of thousands of services partners in the U.S. alone and many more globally. Standing out in this competitive landscape is a challenge, and that’s where Solution Partner Designations come in.

These designations are Microsoft’s way of recognising partners who demonstrate broad technical capabilities and a strong track record of customer success. At Quisitive, we’re proud to hold all six Solution Partner Designations, which validate our expertise across key solution areas and signal our commitment to excellence to both Microsoft and our customers.

Earning these designations is part of our commitment as a Microsoft certified partner to continually meet evolving customer needs and industry standards.

What Are Specializations and Why Do They Matter?

Specializations take things a step further. They build on the foundation of Solution Partner Designations and allow partners to showcase deep technical expertise in specific, high-demand areas. These are Microsoft’s stamp of approval that a partner has the skills, experience, and proven success in delivering tailored solutions.

For customers, Specializations offer peace of mind. They confirm that Microsoft has vetted the partner through rigorous standards, including:

• Third-party audits
• Verified customer references
• Demonstrated technical skill sets
• Performance benchmarks

Earning a Specialization is no small feat. It requires a significant investment of time and resources across multiple teams, including delivery, sales, and marketing. From planning to completion, the process can take anywhere from three to six months.

This level of scrutiny is part of what defines the Microsoft partner certification process – ensuring that only trusted, skilled partners receive these recognitions.

The Value of Specializations

Specializations do more than validate expertise. They also unlock strategic advantages such as:

• Increased visibility in Microsoft searches and internal lists
• Access to exclusive programs, funding, and incentives
• Recognition through awards and partner showcases

At Quisitive, we’ve made a concerted effort to pursue Specializations that align with our strengths and customer needs. We’ve earned 18 Specializations across Infrastructure, Data & AI, Digital & App Innovation, Modern Work, Business Applications, and Security.

As part of the Microsoft Azure partners network, our certifications span critical Azure services—from analytics to app migration – reflecting our focus on driving innovation for enterprise clients.

Quisitive’s 18 Microsoft Specializations

• Adoption & Change Management
• AI Platform on Microsoft Azure
• Analytics on Microsoft Azure
• Calling for Microsoft Teams
• Cloud Security
• Finance
• Identity & Access Management
• Infrastructure and Database Migration to Azure
• Intelligent Automation
• Low Code Application Development
• Microsoft Information Protection and Governance
• Migrate Enterprise Applications to Microsoft Azure
• Modernize Endpoints
• Sales
• Service
• Supply Chain
• Teamwork Deployment
• Threat Protection

Final Thoughts

If you’re evaluating Microsoft partners, Solution Partner Designations, Specializations, and certifications under the Microsoft Partner Program give you a clear way to assess credibility and capability. They remove the guesswork and help you find partners who can deliver real results, fast.

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