Microsoft Build 2024 is just around the corner, and the Microsoft Commercial Marketplace is at the forefront of spreading innovation in the age of AI. Developers are utilizing the marketplace to access cutting-edge AI tools that accelerate the adoption of next-generation solutions for their organizations. Customers are also increasingly turning to the marketplace to quickly find, test, and adopt new AI solutions, making it a key platform for discovering and deploying AI and Microsoft Copilot applications.
The marketplace features an extensive portfolio of solutions from Microsoft’s network of partners and software development companies. These solutions cover a diverse catalog of AI-powered offerings, including AI-enabled SaaS products, Copilot extensions, AI-enabled Microsoft Teams apps, and machine learning models from partners like Mistral AI. As Microsoft supports various ways for partners to create AI-based technology, the marketplace serves as a one-stop source for customers to find these solutions.
Partners are driving innovation in AI on the marketplace, with a significant increase in tradable AI offerings year over year. Customers are actively seeking AI solutions that meet their unique needs, leading to a surge in visits to AI solution pages and a growing percentage of sales through the marketplace. During Microsoft Build sessions, partners like Pinecone and UiPath will showcase their AI solutions that leverage the Microsoft cloud and are now available on the marketplace.
As organizations navigate the AI transformation, the Microsoft Commercial Marketplace plays a crucial role in enabling businesses of all sizes to access the solutions they need. The marketplace supports smarter purchasing by allowing organizations to try before they buy, innovate faster with pre-certified AI solutions on Azure, maximize investments by optimizing cloud spending, and create alignment between teams with approved solutions.
A Total Economic Impact Study commissioned by Microsoft revealed that the marketplace offers clients a return on investment (ROI) of 587% over three years with a payback period of less than six months, translating into significant time and cost savings. Attendees of Microsoft Build are encouraged to explore the tools and benefits of ISV Success for building new solutions and leverage Marketplace Rewards for accelerating marketplace growth.
Overall, the Microsoft Commercial Marketplace is paving the way for organizations to access and adopt innovative AI solutions, making it a valuable platform for developers, partners, and customers alike. Join the upcoming Microsoft Build sessions to learn more about the market value for your organization and stay updated on the latest developments in AI technology.
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