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Several commercial licensing and pricing updates are being announced today from Microsoft. These updates include the introduction of a new monthly billing plan for Microsoft 365 Copilot annual term subscriptions, standardizing the billing structure for all monthly billed products on annual term subscriptions, and updating the pricing for Microsoft Teams Phone.
Introducing Monthly Payment Option for Microsoft 365 Copilot Annual Subscriptions
To address customer and partner requests for more flexible payment options, a monthly billing choice for Microsoft 365 Copilot's annual term subscriptions will be launched. Beginning December 1, 2024, customers purchasing annual term subscriptions for Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot for Sales, and Copilot for Service can opt to pay monthly rather than making a full annual payment upfront.
This monthly billing option for Copilot's annual term subscriptions will be priced 5% higher than the annual billing option and will be accessible through Buy Online, CSP, and MCA-E. The annual billing price for Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot for Sales, and Copilot for Service annual subscriptions will remain the same.
Standardizing the monthly billing price for all annual term subscriptions
To provide customers with cash flow flexibility while maintaining the value and benefits of services, the monthly billing price for all new and renewing annual term subscriptions will be standardized starting on April 1, 2025. This standardization will introduce a 5%* price update to the monthly billing plans for annual subscriptions across Buy Online, CSP, and MCA-E, ensuring consistency and transparency across all platforms.
Customers who want to keep their existing pricing may choose to switch from monthly billing to annual billing with upfront payment for their annual term subscription at their renewal date.
Updating the annual billing price for Microsoft Teams Phone
Teams Phone has been redefining communication for organizations of all sizes since its launch in 2017. To reflect the continuous innovations delivered, its annual billing price for annual term subscriptions will be updated starting April 1, 2025. This will be the first price update for Teams Phone standalone plans since their inception.
The updated pricing reflects the increased value provided to enable flexible, smart, and reliable calling natively in Teams. For new and renewing commercial customers, the price of Teams Phone Standard will be $10 per user, per month ($120 per user/year).
Pricing for Teams Phone for Frontline Workers and Teams Phone with Teams Calling Plan bundles will also be updated. There are no pricing changes for customers who purchase Teams Phone through Microsoft 365 E5 or Office 365 E5 annual term subscriptions with annual billing.
Click here to check out our Teams Proof of Concept infographic!
How We Can Help
Datalink Networks is here to help you navigate these new updates and make the most out of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Teams Phone. With the introduction of flexible monthly billing options and standardized pricing, you can better manage your cash flow while enjoying the full benefits of these powerful tools. Our team at Datalinks is ready to assist you in selecting the best subscription plans, ensuring a smooth transition, and optimizing your use of Microsoft Copilot and Teams Phone to enhance your business operations.
Reach out to us today to learn more about how we can support your journey with Microsoft solutions.
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