Manchester-headquartered BCN has achieved Microsoft Managed Partner status, strengthening its relationship with the technology giant as it looks to help more organisations accelerate AI and digital transformation.
The recognition will allow the Microsoft cloud, data, security and AI specialist to work more closely with Microsoft’s account teams, align around customer priorities and expand co-sell opportunities.
BCN said the milestone also reflects its continued investment in Microsoft expertise, certified capabilities and delivery across the UK mid-market.
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Rob Davies, CEO at BCN, pictured, said: “Achieving Microsoft Managed Partner status reflects the capability, commitment, and customer outcomes our team has delivered over many years. More importantly, it strengthens our ability to help organisations navigate one of the most significant technology shifts of our generation.
“Our ambition is simple: to help customers realise tangible business value from AI, data, cloud and security technologies through practical, secure and measurable transformation. This closer alignment with Microsoft enables us to bring even greater expertise, innovation and support to organisations looking to accelerate their digital and AI ambitions.”
Liz Leigh-Bowler, Director Partner Development at Microsoft UK, added: “As organisations increasingly look to harness the power of AI, partners like BCN play a critical role in helping customers innovate with confidence. We’re thrilled to welcome BCN as a Microsoft Managed Partner and look forward to accelerating our shared growth and customer success.”
BCN said the closer relationship with Microsoft comes as more organisations adopt AI, automation and agentic technologies, helping customers move from AI ambitions to measurable business outcomes.
The company is continuing its strategy as a Microsoft-first AI transformation partner, supporting organisations with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Copilot, security, data and AI, alongside managed services.
It has also deployed Microsoft’s AI technologies across its own operations before rolling them out to customers, allowing it to draw on practical experience and real-world deployment lessons.
Alongside its new Managed Partner status, BCN holds all core Microsoft Solutions Partner designations, multiple advanced specialisations and was among the first partners globally to achieve Microsoft’s Support Services designation.
