ALIF Consulting

Security has never been more critical, moving from a backend IT requirement to a core business mandate. For Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26), Microsoft has designated Security as the #1 priority  globally, cementing its commitment to securing the cyber foundation of every customer . For the dedicated Microsoft security partner, this strategic alignment presents an unprecedented opportunity for high growth, driven by an AI-first, unified platform. This is the year to transition from solution reseller...

Every organization today shares a common goal: the pursuit of quicker insights, stronger security, and new ways to drive innovation with AI . However, many customers face the fundamental challenge of data sprawl and disconnected systems , which ultimately limit what AI can achieve. To deliver real-time impact and unlock their data's true potential, organizations urgently need a modern data foundation that is fully integrated, rigorously governed, secure, and inherently ready for AI. Microsoft...

The fiscal year 2026 marks a pivotal moment for Microsoft partners, dominated by the acceleration of AI transformation and strategic cloud migration. Success this year requires intentional practice building, deep technical specialization, and smart utilization of Microsoft investments and tools. This roadmap provides a step-by-step guide for building and scaling your Microsoft Cloud & AI practice, maximizing profitability, and aligning with the core FY26 priorities. Table of Contents Step 1: ...