When people think about building an AI strategy, the first thing that comes to mind is cost. New tools, new infrastructure, new training — it can sound expensive. But here’s the truth: if you’re a Microsoft customer, you’ve likely already paid for the foundation.
Microsoft has been investing heavily in helping organizations adopt AI responsibly and effectively. And a lot of that investment comes in the form of funding programs — dollars and credits available to help you plan, test, and deploy AI within your organization.
At Synergy Technical, we help our customers unlock those benefits every day.
AI Strategy Starts with Enablement, Not Expense
Before you can deploy AI, you need to understand where it fits. What business problems should it solve? Which roles will benefit most? What data should it have access to — and what should it never touch?
That’s where funded workshops come in.
Through Microsoft’s Cloud Partner Program, eligible customers can receive funded strategy sessions that help identify AI use cases, assess data readiness, and define governance frameworks. These aren’t generic conversations — they’re tailored engagements that result in a clear roadmap to move forward.
For example, through programs like the Microsoft Copilot Adoption Workshop or Data and AI Planning Engagement, Synergy Technical can work with your team to:
- Evaluate your current Microsoft 365 or Azure environment.
- Identify where Copilot and Azure AI can drive measurable business value.
- Define security, privacy, and compliance guardrails.
- Develop a phased rollout plan aligned to your existing infrastructure.
And the best part? Microsoft often funds these engagements 100%.
Why Microsoft Is Investing in Your Strategy
Microsoft understands that AI adoption isn’t just about technology — it’s about trust.
That’s why these funded programs exist: to help customers deploy AI responsibly and confidently. Microsoft wants partners like Synergy Technical to guide customers through the right steps — starting with governance and data security, before moving into automation and productivity enhancements.
When you work with a partner who understands the ecosystem, you’re not starting from scratch. You’re building on a platform designed for security, compliance, and scalability.
Turn Funding into Forward Motion
Far too many organizations leave this funding on the table. They know AI is coming, but they’re waiting for a perfect moment — a moment that’s never going to arrive.
Leveraging Microsoft’s funding to jumpstart your AI strategy isn’t just cost-effective; it’s strategic. It lets you explore, test, and learn — without taking on all the financial risk.
The smartest companies we work with are doing exactly that. They’re using these programs to:
- Pilot Copilot in targeted departments.
- Test data readiness in secure environments.
- Build governance frameworks that scale.
That early momentum becomes the foundation for sustainable AI adoption.
Where to Start
If your organization uses Microsoft 365, Azure, or Dynamics, there’s a good chance you’re eligible for Microsoft-funded workshops or proof-of-concept programs.
Synergy Technical helps you identify which ones apply to your business and manages the process from start to finish. You get expert guidance, a customized roadmap, and a clear view of where AI makes the biggest impact — all backed by Microsoft’s investment.
Don’t wait until the funding window closes. The opportunity is here now — and it’s the most practical way to move your AI strategy from concept to action.
By Chris Weinfurt, Microsoft Alliance Manager, Synergy Technical.
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