Applies ToMicrosoft 365 admin Microsoft 365 Business Premium

General  

What is Professional Direct for Microsoft 365? 

Microsoft Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 is designed for businesses and IT admins who are looking for expert assistance with getting started, guided migration, security, tenant health and more. Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 offers a customized experience, unique to each business, ensuring you get the most out of your Microsoft 365 subscription – all from a dedicated support team that knows you and your business.  

What countries and languages are supported by Professional Direct for Microsoft 365?  

Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 is available worldwide wherever Microsoft 365 Business or Enterprise is sold. The program is supported in English only. 

How do I use my Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 benefits?  

Submit a Support Case through Microsoft 365 admin center. If you need assistance with creating a support case, please reference the Online Support section of Get support for Microsoft 365 for business. 

What workloads does Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 support?  

Microsoft 365 cloud services. It does not cover on-premises technology.  

Where can I find the schedule for upcoming Webinars and Group Trainings?  

The schedule for all upcoming Webinars and Group Trainings will be coming in Winter 2024. If you have any questions or would like more information about scheduling training for your organization, simply open a case in the Microsoft 365 admin center. 

What is the new Customer Check-In and how often will it take place?  

Each Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 customer will receive a Customer Check-In which will be proactively scheduled by our team of Microsoft Experts. This will come through as a case within the Microsoft 365 admin center. Each customer will receive up to 4 per calendar year, pending availability and scheduling. These sessions are optional, but highly recommended for customers.  

I need general help or have a question about something related to Microsoft 365? Where do I start?  

Submit a Support Case through the Microsoft 365 admin center. If you need assistance with creating a support case, please reference the Online Support section of Get support for Microsoft 365 for business. 

Purchasing, Pricing, and Licensing  

Where is Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 available for purchase?  

Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 is available in Volume Licensing, Web Direct, Microsoft 365 admin center, and the Microsoft Customer Agreement (MCA) for customers who purchase their Microsoft 365 Business or Enterprise subscription directly from Microsoft  

Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 is not available to customers who purchase Microsoft 365 Business or Enterprise subscriptions through the Cloud Service Provider Program (CSP) or other Third-Party sources.  

How much does Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 cost?  

$9 per license, per month – 1 license is required per seat of Microsoft 365 Business and/or Enterprise associated with your tenant 

Can partners purchase Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 for their use?  

No, Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 is for individual organizations that purchase their Microsoft 365 Business or Enterprise licensing through Microsoft directly.  

What subscriptions are eligible to purchase Professional Direct for Microsoft 365?  

Customers with an active subscription of the following are eligible:  

  • Microsoft 365 Apps

  • Microsoft 365 Business Basic

  • Microsoft 365 Business Standard

  • Microsoft 365 Business Premium

  • Microsoft 365 E3

  • Microsoft 365 E5

Are Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 benefits transferable?  

No. Professional Direct for Microsoft 365 benefits can only be used by the primary tenant who made the initial purchase.

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