Azure AI
Build intelligent applications with cloud AI services
Azure AI provides a comprehensive portfolio of AI services and tools for building intelligent applications. From Azure OpenAI Service to Cognitive Services, partners can help customers embed AI capabilities into their solutions and workflows.
Azure AI creates significant partner opportunities through AI solution development, implementation services, and ongoing optimization that helps organizations harness artificial intelligence.
Product Overview
Azure AI includes Azure OpenAI Service for GPT and DALL-E models, Azure AI Services (formerly Cognitive Services) for vision, speech, language, and decision capabilities, Azure Machine Learning for custom model development, and Azure AI Studio for building generative AI applications.
The platform provides responsible AI tools and enterprise-grade security, making it suitable for organizations that need to build AI solutions while maintaining compliance and governance requirements.
Partners deliver value through AI strategy consulting, solution architecture, custom model development, integration services, and ongoing optimization that helps customers realize their AI ambitions.
Commercial Model
Azure AI supports multiple partner business models and commercial approaches.
Consumption Services
Cloud services with recurring monthly billing
Cloud Projects
Migrations, modernization initiatives, and new deployments
Managed Services
Infrastructure, security, optimization, and operations
Bundled Solutions
Combined with complementary products and services
Azure AI generates consumption-based revenue while enabling high-value AI consulting, solution development, and managed AI services.
Business Fit
Azure AI is relevant for the following partner business models.
Solution Integrators
Design and implement custom cloud architectures and transformation projects.
Independent Software Vendors
Build, host, and scale applications using platform services.
IT Consultants
Advise clients on technology strategy and deliver implementation projects.
Managed Service Providers
Deliver recurring infrastructure, security, and cloud management services.
Value Added Resellers
Combine licensing with professional services and implementation support.
Partner Program
Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider
Azure AI is delivered through the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider program.
The Cloud Solution Provider program allows partners to resell Microsoft services, manage customer relationships, control billing, and bundle products with value-added services and solutions.
Why Access Azure AI Through BPS
Structured CSP Access
Get streamlined access to the Cloud Solution Provider program with guidance tailored to your business model.
Commercial Guidance
Receive support on pricing, licensing, and commercial structuring to maximize your opportunity.
Operational Support
Focus on selling and delivering while BPS handles vendor complexity and program requirements.
Enablement
BPS supports resellers with onboarding, licensing guidance, and operational enablement to help position and deliver Azure AI successfully.
This includes assistance with program alignment, commercial structuring, and integrating Azure AI into broader infrastructure and managed service offerings.
Enablement is part of the wider BPS framework designed to support reseller growth and operational consistency.
Ready to Get Started?
Join BPS and start building your Azure AI business with confidence.