Microsoft has significantly expanded the Security Immersion Briefing program, removing execution caps and introducing new offerings focused on small and medium businesses.

Major Changes

1. No Cap — Unlimited Scale

Partners can now run unlimited Security Immersion Briefings, with a rolling limit of 20 open submissions at a time. Previously, partners faced strict execution caps that limited their ability to scale security advisory services.

2. Expanded Partner Eligibility

New delivery options now allow:

- Distributors to deliver briefings directly
- Resellers to deliver and claim for the activity
- Enhanced collaboration between distributors and resellers

This creates more flexibility and reach for the partner ecosystem.

3. New SMB Revenue Paths

Microsoft has introduced new Security Immersion Briefings specifically designed for Business Premium customers with 50-300 licenses:

- Microsoft Defender Suite for Business Premium briefings
- Microsoft Purview Suite for Business Premium briefings

These complement existing scenarios for Microsoft 365 E3 to E5 conversion, opening new target customer segments.

What Are Security Immersion Briefings?

These 90-minute interactive sessions position partners as trusted security advisors, helping customers:

- Understand rising cybersecurity threats
- Explore Microsoft security solutions
- Develop actionable security strategies
- See demonstrations of advanced security capabilities

Important Note: MCI Platform

The new Advanced Security for Business Premium briefing isn't currently listed on the Microsoft Commerce Incentive (MCI) platform. To deliver this briefing, partners must:

  1. Nominate customers in MCI through the standard nomination process
  2. Select either:
- Threat Protection Immersion Briefing, or
- Data Security Immersion Briefing

Partner Benefits

✅ Unlimited scale — No more artificial caps on your security advisory business

✅ Broader eligibility — Distributors and resellers can participate directly

✅ New customer segments — Target SMB customers with specialized offerings

✅ Stronger positioning — Establish yourself as a trusted security advisor

✅ Revenue opportunities — Claim incentives for qualified briefings

Next Steps

  1. Familiarize your team with the updated briefing formats and requirements
  2. Review operational requirements to ensure smooth execution and compliance
  3. Identify target customers in the 50-300 license SMB segment
  4. Learn more at Security Immersion Briefings

Source: Microsoft Partner Center Announcements — February 4, 2026