Since WPC 2016 in Toronto, the number of new partners choosing to sell their cloud offerings through the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program has increased by 40 percent. As the Microsoft Cloud business evolves and grows, we also want our conversation with you about CSP to evolve and grow, too. Over the past couple of years, we've focused primarily on the basics, explaining what Cloud Solution Provider is, and how partners can participate. Over the past several months, we've better aligned our partner profitability content with Cloud Solution Provider, providing guidance about building a successful, profitable business as a cloud services focused partner. The new Cloud Solution Provider page on the partner portal brings together the resources you need to understand the opportunity, learn how to participate, and find your path to profitability.
I recently talked about this playbook at a conference for Managed Service Providers, and their response was enthusiastic and positive. Those already using it have seen a tangible and valuable impact on their respective businesses.
I encourage you to take the time to understand the opportunity with the Cloud Solution Provider program and start building your cloud offering. It's an exciting time for Microsoft and partners. Thank you for being on this journey with us.