Flexibility and scalability with new Microsoft CSP SKUs

On June 1, 2025, Microsoft will launch new 3-Year term SKUs under the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program. These new licensing options bring game-changing opportunities for businesses seeking a flexible, scalable, and cost-effective way to manage their Microsoft product portfolio.

Why does this matter? Because the powerful combo of flexibility and scalability in licensing has just gone to the next level. Whether you're transitioning from Enterprise Agreements (EA) or looking to optimise your existing CSP subscriptions, the new 3-Year SKUs are designed to enhance your operations and ensure predictable pricing for longer commitments.

This blog explores everything you need to know about these new SKUs, their benefits, pricing, and how they can transform your licensing strategy.

What are the new 3-Year CSP SKUs?

Microsoft’s new 3-Year CSP subscription terms include the following products:

• Microsoft 365 E3 (with Teams) - available June 1, 2025, for existing clients
• Microsoft 365 E3 (without Teams) - available June 1, 2025, for existing and new clients
• Microsoft 365 E5 (with and without Teams) - available June 1, 2025
• Microsoft Teams Enterprise - available June 1, 2025
• Microsoft 365 E5 Security - available July 1, 2025
• Microsoft 365 E5 Compliance - available July 1, 2025

These products represent core solutions for businesses looking to enhance security, adopt next- gen technologies like AI, and foster better collaboration across teams. The 3-Year SKUs are designed to complement businesses that want both price stability and a longer-term commitment to productivity and security tools.

AI-powered productivity and unmatched security

The new 3-Year SKUs include products designed to support AI adoption and enhance security.

AI Adoption

Microsoft 365 E3, E5, and Teams Enterprise integrate with AI-powered services, enabling organisations to:

• Automate repetitive workflows
• Extract actionable insights from vast data
• Boost decision-making efficiency.

Enhanced Security

Modern businesses face evolving security threats, but Microsoft has built advanced tools into these solutions:

• Microsoft 365 E5 Security protects identities, applications, and data from advanced attacks.
• Microsoft 365 E5 Compliance keeps your organisation in line with data regulations and policies, helping avoid costly compliance breaches.

Why choose 3-Year terms?

Switching to 3-Year CSP SKUs brings the best of both worlds — long-term cost stability paired with the flexibility that buying through the CSP channel is known for. Here are the key benefits:

1. Cost management through price lock-In
   Secure your pricing for three years and eliminate uncertainty from fluctuating costs due to market conditions, exchange rates, or licensing adjustments. This is particularly impactful for businesses operating across regions prone to currency volatility.
2. Seamless transition from EA to CSP For
   organisations moving from Microsoft Enterprise Agreements (EA) to CSP, these 3-Year terms make the transition smoother. You get the consistent pricing and multi-year stability typical of EA, but with the added flexibility and scalability CSP offers.
3. Flexible Payment Plans
   Choose the billing option that works best for your business:
   • Triennial/Triennial: Pay the full amount upfront for the entire 3-year period
   • Triennial/Annual: Distribute the cost by paying annually over three years.

   This flexibility allows businesses to plan cash flow effectively while still enjoying the benefits of long-term discounts.

4. Mix-and-match options
   You don’t have to commit all SKUs to a single term. CSP allows you to mix and match subscription terms, so you can purchase different durations (monthly, annual, and 3-Year) under the same tenant. This ensures your licensing aligns perfectly with your business needs.
5. Promotional discounts
   Microsoft is offering new-to-offer clients a 10% discount on 3-Year SKUs purchased before between June 9 and December 31, 2025. Take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to drive down costs even further. Some additional promotions and benefits could be leveraged when you work with a trusted Microsoft partner, like SoftwareOne.

Pricing and billing: what you need to know

Here’s a vital detail for organisations considering these new SKUs:

• Per-user pricing remains the same as 1-year SKUs.
• Billing plans: Choose between paying upfront or annually. Monthly billing is not available for 3-Year SKUs.

Example:

If an organisation needed 200 seats of Microsoft 365 E3, new clients could save 10% by opting for the 3-Year commitment using the discount offer within the promotional deadline.

Partner with SoftwareOne and get more than just licences

When you partner with SoftwareOne for your Microsoft CSP you get more than just licences. You get a trusted partnership. A partnership that makes your Microsoft cloud journey smooth and easy.

Whether you need to purchase licences, manage workloads, or troubleshoot issues, we are here for you 24/7, with global reach and fast response, as your trusted advisor.

1. World-class support: 24/7 support from over 3,000 Microsoft certified professionals across 12 global delivery centres. The service covers incident management and service requests, with a follow-the-sun support model that ensures continuous and seamless assistance. SoftwareOne support is committed to keeping your Microsoft solutions running optimally,
2. Flexible licence and billing expertise: 30 years of expertise in software resale and Microsoft licensing to help you make informed, cost-efficient software decisions. Our platform centralises procurement and offers a clear view of software usage and finances, ensuring a seamless management experience.
3. All-in-One: We offer local and global cloud services, from licence optimisation to migration to application modernisation to AI to managed cloud operations, we have you covered. And we can help you leverage Microsoft funding to help you achieve your goals efficiently.