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CSP
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What does CSP stand for and what is its alternative name? | Cloud Solution Provider (also called New Commerce Experience – NCE). |
| Is CSP partner-led or customer-led? | CSP is partner-led; the partner (like SHI) sets pricing and terms. |
| What products can be purchased through CSP? | Online Services, Azure, Server Subscriptions, and perpetual licenses. |
| What is the minimum purchase requirement for CSP? | No minimum—customers can start with 1 license. |
| Does CSP offer subscription flexibility? | Yes, subscription-based flexibility is available. |
| Who handles support issues under CSP with SHI? | SHI handles support; customers submit tickets to SHI and SHI manages the issue. |
| What is the average response time for SHI CSP support tickets? | 15 minutes. |
| What happens to support tickets SHI cannot fix? | SHI escalates to Microsoft at SHI’s cost and stays engaged throughout the process. |
| What self-service licensing feature does SHI offer? | Customers can add their own licenses on SHI.com. |
| Which portal do customers use to submit support tickets? | SHI One. |
| Name three SHI value-add services. | Direct partner engagement; Partner-dedicated support for CSP/Azure; Partner billing & portal management. |
| Why should customers move from old licensing programs to CSP? | CSP generally generates more revenue at renewal and offers modern flexibility. |
| What is the CSP contract commitment length? | 1-year commitment. |
| Does CSP allow monthly billing? | Yes, CSP supports monthly or yearly billing. |
| What is the recommended customer size for CSP? | Under 6,000 users due to EA pricing tiers. |
| How does CSP price protection work? | Annual price protection; added licenses get the same price for the remainder of the term. |
| What happens to CSP pricing at renewal? | Pricing may change and must be reviewed with the customer. |
| What can customers manage on SHI.com? | Their subscription and user assignments. |
| What is needed to use SHI.com for CSP management? | Correct permissions must be configured. |
| Where else can users be assigned besides SHI.com? | In the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. |
| What is SHI One? | An enhanced support and service management portal for CSP customers. |
| Why is SHI One recommended for CSP support? | It offers the fastest response and centralized management. |
| What features are available in SHI One? | Multi-cloud management, asset tracking, interactive labs, and knowledge bases. |
| Who educates customers on SHI One? | The Microsoft Solutions Specialist (MSS). |
| What is included when customers use Azure through CSP? | Access to Azure Migration Program, exclusive funding, and Azure engineering teams. |
| How does SHI support Azure customers? | Economic assessments, design/build services, optimization, migration, and modernization. |
| What Azure designation does SHI hold? | SHI is an Azure Expert MSP (Managed Services Provider). |