If you’re a Microsoft partner but not a Tech Data partner, it’s likely you’re starting to feel under the pump right around now. Even a little hot under the collar as a range of critical Microsoft NCE (New Commerce Experience) deadlines approach, and you are at risk of missing them because you don’t understand the ramifications. And perhaps a bit insecure as you see other Microsoft partners go out and conquer the new NCE challenges with knowledge and confidence.

The writing is on the wall for those partners who haven't yet embraced Microsoft NCE. The time is drawing near when, if you don't take affirmative and rapid action, your customers will be paying more than they need to for their licensing.

The launch of Microsoft's New Commerce Experience hasn't been without controversy. At first look, some of the 'what the heck!' changes to subscription terms are unexpected and perhaps even seem a little draconian.