South Africa , Jun 26, 2026
Microsoft EA to CSP: Why the Shift to Partner-Led Licensing is the Smart Move in 2026
Microsoft has signaled that it’s pivoting away from the EA model for the mid-market towards a partner-led or CSP (Cloud Solution Provider) model. By moving toward a partner-led Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) model, Microsoft is acknowledging that modern businesses need agility and dynamic scalability, not just a fixed contract.