CloudFuze is Now Certified for Microsoft ECIF Funding
When adopting Microsoft 365, the cost of migrating data from the source cloud platforms to Microsoft 365 apps can be a barrier for businesses that are on a tight budget. CloudFuze solves this problem as it is now Microsoft ECIF certified. Through the program, we will enable our prospects to receive ECIF funding that covers part of the service delivery cost (migration cost).
In this article, we have explained all the details you need to know about Microsoft ECIF and how CloudFuze can help you.
Key Takeaways:
What is Microsoft ECIF and How Does it Work?
Microsoft ECIF (End Customer Investment Funds) is a funding program from Microsoft to support cloud adoption and digital transformation projects like migrations. Microsoft’s goal behind this is to accelerate the adoption of their software and services like Microsoft 365, Azure, etc.
Microsoft ECIF does not directly provide funding to the customers (e.g., businesses planning to migrate to Microsoft 365). Instead, it funds a Microsoft partner (e.g., a migration service provider like CloudFuze) to cover a part of the solutions implementation cost. This process enables the Microsoft partner to provide customers with significant discounts on the project.
Who is Microsoft ECIF For?
Microsoft ECIF is suitable for all businesses that are planning to adopt Microsoft 365 (and other Microsoft software services). To be eligible for this funding program, businesses must not purchase Microsoft 365 licenses prior to approaching a migration solutions provider with Microsoft partnership, such as CloudFuze.
Where Does CloudFuze Come into the Picture?
As a Microsoft Partner and a Microsoft ECIF-certified solutions provider, we at CloudFuze can help you get the most benefit out of the Microsoft ECIF funding program in your Microsoft 365 adoption journey. Here’s a brief overview of the process of getting funded by Microsoft ECIF through which you can get significant migration discounts from us.
Step 1: Choose a Microsoft Partner cloud migration vendor (like us) for Microsoft 365 migration.
Step 2: Coordinate with us to finalize the scope of migration and submit an ECIF proposal to Microsoft.
Step 3: After Microsoft approves the proposal, we will start and complete the migration project.
Step 4: We will submit proof of project completion based on which Microsoft will provide partial funding.
Step 5: Based on the % of funding that Microsoft provides, we will reimburse the eligible amount to you.
Apart from subsidized migration services, you also benefit from expert-backed support and best practices.
Example Scenario:
| Scenario | Details |
|---|---|
| Customer | Requirement of migrating users, data, and metadata to Microsoft 365. |
| Migration partner | CloudFuze |
| Migration Scope | Migration (managed service) + Delta Sync + Cutover |
| Total Project Cost | $50,000 |
| ECIF Funding | $25,000 |
| Customer Reimbursement | $25,000 |
| Total Cost Savings | 50% of the migration cost ($25,000) |
Accelerate your Migration to Microsoft 365 with CloudFuze Today!
Migrate your business to Microsoft 365 at Microsoft-subsidized rates with CloudFuze. By combining our industry-leading Microsoft 365 migration tools with Microsoft ECIF funding, we provide you with the best-of-breed solutions!
Contact us today to learn more about Microsoft ECIF funding for Microsoft 365 migration and how we can help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who are the best cloud migration providers for the Microsoft ECIF program?
CloudFuze is one of the best cloud migration providers for migrating to Microsoft 365 with partial funding from the Microsoft ECIF program. CloudFuze is a Microsoft Partner officially certified for Microsoft ECIF funding.
2. How to get Microsoft ECIF funding?
To get Microsoft ECIF funding when migrating to Microsoft 365, make sure to first partner with eligible migration vendors like CloudFuze. Next, plan your migration and CloudFuze will submit an ECIF proposal to Microsoft. Once it gets approved, the project will be partially funded by Microsoft upon completion.
3. Why is Microsoft offering the ECIF funding program?
Microsoft is offering the ECIF program to enable businesses to adopt Microsoft’s software services like Microsoft 365 at subsidized costs. This way, they benefit from increased customer adoption.
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