Microsoft
Helping people and organisations across the UK to realise their full potential with Microsoft solutions.
Microsoft deliver innovative solutions that empower organisations to achieve their goals and drive success in today’s dynamic business landscape.
Phoenix Software has been a Microsoft partner since 1990, working together to deliver transformative solutions that drive success for businesses and organisations across the UK. Our partnership with Microsoft is built on a foundation of shared values, mutual trust, and a commitment to empowering our customers with cutting-edge technology solutions.
Together, we are committed to helping our customers harness the full potential of Microsoft solutions and realise their vision for the future.
Strategic alignment:
our partnership with Microsoft is strategically aligned to deliver value-driven solutions across all industries and sectors
Expertise and collaboration:
through close collaboration with Microsoft, we leverage our expertise and in-house capabilities to address complex challenges and drive innovation
Access to latest technologies:
as a Microsoft partner, we have access to the latest technologies, tools, and resources to deliver best-in-class cloud and artificial intelligence solutions to our customers
Our Microsoft skills and capabilities
Phoenix is one of the most recognised and accredited world-leading Microsoft partners with a focus on transforming organisations across the UK. Our Microsoft awards and accreditations enable us to continue to serve our customers and provide the technical implementation and support they need, as well as the adoption and change management skills they require to maximise their investments.
Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards
Chosen from more than 17,000 submitted nominations from more than 100 countries worldwide, Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards celebrate Microsoft partners across the globe who have demonstrated exceptional expertise, innovation, and customer impact in delivering solutions based on Microsoft technologies.
Since 2019, Phoenix has been the recipient of five Microsoft Partner of the Year awards or named as a finalist.
“Phoenix has repeatedly demonstrated a high level of expertise, from immersion experiences to professional services capabilities and delivery, driving success with customers across the UK.”
Clare Barclay, Chief Executive Officer, Microsoft UK
Solution Partner for Microsoft Cloud
A Solution Partner for Microsoft Cloud is a trusted advisor and expert in Microsoft technologies, providing tailored solutions and services to help organisations achieve their business goals. Partners differentiate themselves by demonstrating deep technical expertise, a proven track record of successful implementations, and a commitment to delivering innovative and impactful Microsoft solutions that drive customer success.
We have all seven workload-specific Microsoft Solution Partner Designations – earning the overall Microsoft Solutions Partner for Microsoft Cloud as a result.
Microsoft Azure Expert MSP
A Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Service Provider (MSP) is a top-tier partner recognised for their proven expertise and capabilities in delivering exceptional Azure services and solutions. Achieving (and retaining) this designation signifies Phoenix’s deep technical expertise, extensive experience, and commitment to delivering innovative and high-quality Azure solutions.
For customers, partnering with Phoenix means access to best-in-class Azure services, industry-leading expertise, and unparalleled support to optimise their Azure investments, drive innovation, and achieve their business objectives with confidence.
Phoenix has made a phenomenal transition over the past few years from a licensing specialist to an Azure Expert Managed Service Partner, delivering remarkable outcomes. Their focus on culture and putting inclusivity at the heart of what they do, has really shone through in all the interactions with the Phoenix team. I’m really looking forward to seeing the partnership grow further in the months and years ahead.”
Orla McGrath, Global Partner Solutions Lead, Microsoft UK
Microsoft Specialisations
Microsoft Specialisations are designations awarded to partners who have demonstrated expertise and proven capabilities in specific Microsoft solutions or technologies. This recognition signifies a partner’s deep understanding, proficiency, and experience in delivering specialised solutions that address unique customer needs and challenges.
Phoenix have been awarded 11 Microsoft Specialisations, confirming our capabilities and success in supporting organisations to transform, protect, and reach their goals.
Partnering with Phoenix gives you access to specialised expertise, tailored solutions, and best-in-class services that are optimised to meet your specific requirements, ensuring successful outcomes and maximum value from your investments in Microsoft technologies.
Adoption and Change Management
Azure Virtual Desktop
Calling for Microsoft Teams
Cloud Security
Identity and Access Management
Information Protection and Governance
Infra and Database Migration
Meetings and Meeting Rooms for Microsoft Teams
Modernise Endpoint
Teamwork Deployment
Threat Protection
Microsoft FastTrack
Microsoft FastTrack is a customer success service designed to help organisations onboard, deploy, and adopt Microsoft cloud solutions quickly and effectively. Organisations with eligible subscriptions to Microsoft 365 and Business Applications can use Microsoft FastTrack at no additional cost for the life of their subscription.
Through Microsoft FastTrack, customers receive personalised guidance, best practices, and subject matter experts from Phoenix and Microsoft to accelerate their cloud journey, minimise time to value, and maximize return on investment.
As the number one Microsoft FastTrack partner in the UK and a finalist in the global 2023 Microsoft FastTrack Ready Partner of the Year Awards, we have onboarded over 600 customers to our FastTrack Programme and deployed over 1,000 active workloads.
Microsoft Adoption and Change Management (ACM)
Microsoft 365 technologies have increasing emphasis on collaboration, accessibility and teamwork, but having the access to the technology is no longer enough. Our Adoption and Change Management (ACM) Specialists can help your organisation unlock the capabilities of your Microsoft investment across Microsoft 365 and Copilot for Microsoft 365
Phoenix provide ACM services that energise organisations and businesses to harness their employee’s enthusiasm for new technology. We help our customers to embrace new ways of working by encouraging behavioural changes and showcasing how the technology will enhance each area of the organisation.
Explore our range of ACM workshops and options to maximise your investment and adoption of Microsoft technologies today.
Microsoft Workshops
As a Microsoft partner, Phoenix provide a range of free and funded Microsoft workshops covering themes such as cloud adoption, digital transformation, cyber security, and productivity tools. These workshops provide valuable insights, practical guidance, and hands-on training from our specialists to help harness the full potential of Microsoft technologies and achieve business objectives.
Whether it’s exploring new solutions, optimising existing systems, or addressing specific challenges, Phoenix provide these workshops to empower customers to enhance their digital capabilities, drive innovation, and succeed in today’s competitive landscape at no or minimal cost.
Contact our Microsoft Specialists today to look at the workshops available to you.
Microsoft accessibility and inclusion solutions
Microsoft’s accessibility and inclusion solutions empower people of all abilities to achieve more and participate fully in work, learning, and everyday activities.
From built-in accessibility features in Windows and Office to specialised tools like Seeing AI and Immersive Reader, these Microsoft solutions break down barriers, promote diversity, and enable individuals with disabilities to unleash their potential.
Explore how we can support you and your organisation with Microsoft accessibility and inclusion solutions.
Microsoft Partner Pledge
The Microsoft Partner Pledge is a commitment made by Microsoft partners to uphold ethical business practices, prioritise customer success, and foster a culture of trust and transparency. By signing and adhering to the Microsoft Partner Pledge, Phoenix has demonstrated their dedication to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability in our interactions with customers, employees, and the broader community.
The Partner Pledge underscores the importance of building strong and mutually beneficial relationships, driving positive outcomes, and creating a sustainable and inclusive ecosystem that benefits everyone involved. It covers:
Growing a talent in our industry:
working together to better understand how to recruit, hire, develop, and retain talent
Enhancing diversity and inclusion:
future-proof your organisation with a diverse and inclusive strategy
Shaping a desirable world:
harness the power of sustainable technology and adopt responsible AI principles
Microsoft FAQs
Microsoft Solutions Partners have validated their skills, capabilities, and experience driving customer success in specific Microsoft solution areas. These cover:
- Business Applications
- Data and AI
- Digital & App Innovation
- Infrastructure
- Modern Work
- Security
Microsoft partners are specialists in advising, building and customising innovative Microsoft solutions for your business goals. If you are investing and looking to drive adoption of Microsoft solutions without the right support and skills, you risk missing out on vital benefits such as funding, varied skills and capabilities, and wasting budget on something that you don’t actually need.
Talk to our Microsoft Specialists today
Whether you’re an existing Phoenix customer or you’d like to find out more about partnering with us, talk to our Microsoft Specialists today.
You can also email us at [email protected] or call 01904 562200 – whatever works best for you.