TL;DR
- WebVine is now a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work, recognising our real world delivery across Microsoft 365
- This status is earned through proven customer outcomes, not marketing claims
- It reflects strong results across SharePoint, Teams, governance, adoption, and Copilot readiness
- For you, it means lower risk, better foundations, and a partner Microsoft independently backs
- Most importantly, it confirms what our clients already experience: Modern Work that works
We’re excited to share a milestone for WebVine: we’ve officially achieved Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work.
Exciting? YES! It’s Microsoft formally recognising the quality, consistency, and real world impact of the Modern Work solutions we deliver for our clients across Microsoft 365.
Think of it like a trusted referee stepping in and saying, “Yep, these folks know what they’re doing, and they do it well.”
What does “Solutions Partner for Modern Work” mean?
Microsoft overhauled its partner program, replacing the old Gold and Silver badges with the Solutions Partner model. The bar is higher, and much more practical.
To earn this designation, partners must prove they can deliver real outcomes for clients, and undertake extensive training.
For the Modern Work designation, it covers things our clients care deeply about, including:
- SharePoint Online and intranets that people actually use
- Microsoft Teams collaboration that supports real work (not chaos)
- Clear information architecture and governance
- Adoption, change, and ongoing usage across Microsoft 365
Microsoft doesn’t just take our word for it. This recognition is based on verified delivery, certifications, and measurable customer outcomes across live Microsoft 365 environments.
Why this matters to you
If you’re choosing a partner for SharePoint, Microsoft 365, or Copilot readiness, this designation should give you confidence.
Here’s why.
You’re choosing a partner Microsoft independently backs
This is Microsoft effectively saying: WebVine consistently delivers strong Modern Work outcomes.
That matters when you’re investing time, budget, and trust into platforms that underpin how your organisation works.
You benefit from best‑practice foundations (without the guesswork)
We stay closely aligned to Microsoft’s evolving guidance across governance, architecture, adoption, and Copilot‑ready foundations.
For you, that means fewer dead ends, less rework, and solutions built to last, not quick fixes that unravel later.
You get outcomes, not just technology
The designation reflects what our clients tell us matters most: clarity, usability, and genuine adoption.
We don’t believe in rolling out tools and hoping people figure them out. We focus on making Modern Work actually work.
You’re backed by a partner in it for the long haul
This status isn’t permanent. It has to be maintained.
That means ongoing learning, delivery, and improvement on our side, so you’re supported by a partner who’s invested for the long term, not just the project go‑live.
What got us here
This milestone is the result of a huge amount of care, effort, and teamwork, from both our clients and our people.
It reflects:
- High quality Microsoft 365 and SharePoint delivery
- Strong adoption and change outcomes
- A consistent focus on governance, information architecture, and content quality
- Strategic alignment to Modern Work and Copilot foundations across everything we do
Most importantly, it’s a testament to our team.
So a genuine thank you to everyone at WebVine who’s contributed to this. Through thoughtful delivery, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to doing Modern Work properly.
If you’re curious about what this means for your own Microsoft 365 environment, or want a practical view of how ready you are for what’s next, we’re always happy to have a chat.
FAQs
What is a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work?
A Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work is a partner Microsoft recognises for consistently delivering strong results across Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, Teams, information management, adoption, and collaboration.
It replaces the old Gold and Silver partner badges and focuses on real customer outcomes, not just certifications or sales volume.
In simple terms: it’s Microsoft independently confirming that a partner knows how to design, deliver, and sustain Modern Work environments that get used.
Why did Microsoft replace Gold and Silver partners?
Microsoft updated its partner program to better reflect how organisations really use Microsoft 365 today.
Instead of rewarding partners for volume or legacy criteria, the Solutions Partner model focuses on:
- Real‑world delivery
- Ongoing customer usage
- Skills that stay current as Microsoft evolves
For customers, this makes it easier to identify partners who can support Modern Work beyond go‑live.
Why is the Solutions Partner for Modern Work designation hard to get?
Because it’s earned through consistent, long‑term customer success.
Microsoft looks at whether:
- Customers are actively using the solutions delivered
- Adoption holds up over time (not just at launch)
- The partner team has the right skills, and keeps them up to date
- Outcomes are delivered across multiple client environments
It’s not a form you fill in or a one‑off submission. It reflects sustained delivery across real Microsoft 365 tenants.
What does this mean for me as a client of WebVine?
It means confidence and reduced risk.
When you choose a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work, you’re choosing a partner that Microsoft independently backs for delivering quality outcomes, not just deploying tools.
For you, that means:
- Stronger foundations for SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft 365
- Better adoption and usability
- Less rework and fewer “we’ll fix that later” moments
Why choose WebVine as a Modern Work partner?
This designation confirms what our clients already experience working with us.
WebVine focuses on:
- Making information easy to find and trust
- Designing intranets and collaboration spaces people actually use
- Putting governance and structure in place without slowing people down
- Supporting long‑term adoption, not just project delivery
Microsoft’s recognition simply reinforces that approach.
Does this help with Microsoft Copilot readiness?
Yes, very much so.
Microsoft Copilot works best when your content is:
- Well structured
- Clearly governed
- Actively used and maintained
The Solutions Partner for Modern Work designation reflects strong delivery across exactly those areas, making it especially relevant if Copilot is already in your environment or on your roadmap.
Does this change how WebVine works with clients?
Not really. And that’s the point.
This designation reflects how we already work: focusing on clarity, usability, governance, and adoption so your Microsoft 365 environment supports real work, not frustration.
The difference is that Microsoft is now formally backing that approach.
Is the Solutions Partner status permanent?
No. It has to be maintained.
That means ongoing delivery, continuous learning, and staying aligned to Microsoft best practice. For clients, that’s a good thing. It ensures your partner doesn’t stand still while Microsoft moves fast.
Is WebVine a Microsoft Solutions Partner in Australia?
Yes. WebVine is an Australian Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work, supporting organisations across Australia and the broader ANZ region.