4Sight Channel Partner Cluster

Employment Equity (EE): Nine Things Executives Need to Know About the New EE Amendments

South Africa’s updated Employment Equity (EE) laws have transformed compliance into a strategic, board-level priority. With mandatory EE plans, sector targets, executive accountability, and severe penalties for non-compliance, businesses must act fast. EE123 helps you stay compliant, audit-ready, and eligible for public sector opportunities.

1 Oct 2AM 3 min

When to Customize Business Central (and When to Stop Yourself)

Before customizing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, fully explore its built-in features. Customizations via extensions (not base code changes) are the only supported model in SaaS and the recommended approach on-prem. Prioritize configuration and standard functionality first — customize only when it delivers clear, long-term value.

1 Oct 2AM 3 min

As a CSP Reseller, How to Deliver Powerful Microsoft Fabric Demos

Microsoft Fabric empowers CSP resellers to deliver unified, AI-driven data solutions—transforming demos into compelling business stories that shorten sales cycles and drive customer engagement.

29 Sep 4AM 2 min

Becoming Customer Zero: Why Partners Should Use Microsoft AI Solutions Internally First

This blog explains why Microsoft partners should embrace the 'Customer Zero' approach—using AI tools like Copilot and Dynamics 365 internally before offering them to clients—to build credibility, gain real-world insights, and deliver more successful customer outcomes.

25 Sep 4AM 3 min

Why nothern Nigeria SMB requires Microsoft solutions to grow their businesses

This blog explores how Microsoft’s cloud, productivity, security, and business solutions can empower small and medium businesses (SMBs) in Northern Nigeria to overcome challenges like poor infrastructure, limited capital, and low digital literacy—driving growth, resilience, and innovation in the region.

25 Sep 3AM 3 min

Outgrowing Your Current System: How to Know You’re Ready for Business Central

This blog explores the clear signs that it’s time for finance and operations leaders to upgrade to a modern, cloud-based ERP like Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. From unreliable data and manual work to compliance headaches and growth challenges, it unpacks the warning signals, the benefits of moving to the…

23 Sep 8AM 3 min

Building Your Azure Practice A-Z: Part 2: Building Technical Capabilities

Completing your Microsoft Partner Center registration is just the beginning. To truly stand out, your team must evolve from basic cloud knowledge to deep technical expertise. This phase focuses on strategically earning certifications—from AZ-900 Fundamentals to Expert-level specialties—while leveraging hands-on practice through Azure Partner Credits and Microsoft Learn labs. By…

22 Sep 11AM 2 min

Data Migration Checklist: Moving from Excel / Legacy Systems to Business Central

Migrating to Business Central is a business-critical moment—not just a technical task. This blog offers a clear, step-by-step data migration checklist based on Microsoft’s guidance, tailored for CFOs, COOs, Finance Managers, and implementers. It covers everything from planning and scoping, cleaning and transforming data, to testing, cutover, and post-migration validation…

19 Sep 3AM 3 min

ISV Solutions: The Missing Piece in Vertical Transformation

This blog highlights the strategic role of Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) within the 4Sight ecosystem, showcasing how solutions like Acronis, Dynamics Payroll, Insightsoftware, and Cloud Champion empower partners to drive industry-specific digital transformation across Africa, the Middle East, and Central Europe.

18 Sep 4AM 3 min

Say Goodbye to Outdated Reports and Hello to Real-Time Intelligence with insightsoftware

insightsoftware empowers finance teams with real-time, AI-driven reporting by seamlessly connecting Excel, ERP systems, and BI tools—enabling faster insights, smarter decisions, and true strategic impact.

17 Sep 3AM 2 min

Empowering SMBs with the Microsoft Defender Suite

Microsoft Defender Suite for Business Premium empowers SMBs with enterprise-grade security—protecting against phishing, ransomware, identity theft, and compliance risks—all in one simplified, cost-effective solution.

16 Sep 3AM 2 min

Acronis 4Sight Channel Partner Newsletter | September 2025 | Edition 40

As a multi-national, diversified technology group, our purpose is to leverage our portfolio of 4IR technologies, people and data-focused solutions to design, develop, deploy and grow solutions for our partners, including both customers and vendors.

15 Sep 4AM 1 min

How Microsoft 365 Customer Engagement (CE) is revolutionizing business in West Africa.

Microsoft 365 Customer Engagement (CE) is accelerating digital transformation across West Africa—empowering businesses from real estate to telecom with collaboration tools, cloud infrastructure, and data-driven insights. Through local partnerships, skills initiatives, and events, Microsoft is enabling SMEs to modernize operations, enhance customer engagement, and scale sustainably in the digital economy.

15 Sep 2AM 4 min

Unlocking Business Transformation in Nigeria with Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a cloud-based business platform that helps Nigerian companies streamline operations, enhance customer engagement, and make smarter decisions through integrated CRM and ERP tools—driving growth, resilience, and digital transformation.

12 Sep 7AM 4 min

How to Deploy EDR for Ransomware Protection: A 7-Step Guide

Ransomware is evolving faster than traditional antivirus can keep up — and one wrong click can halt your business. This guide shows how Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) stops ransomware in its tracks. Learn what EDR is, why it’s essential, and follow a clear 7-step roadmap to plan, deploy, and…

11 Sep 4AM 3 min

Hybrid cloud disaster recovery: Essential strategies

Discover how hybrid cloud disaster recovery can protect your business from downtime, data loss, and cyberattacks. Learn why traditional DR tools fall short, explore the key benefits and components of a hybrid strategy, and see how Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud delivers unified backup, cybersecurity, and rapid recovery across on-premises and…

11 Sep 4AM 3 min

Why Office Home Is Not Meant for SMB Deployment: A Licensing and Security Guide for Microsoft Partners and Customers

Many small businesses opt for Office Home thinking it's a cost-effective solution—but this choice can lead to compliance issues and security vulnerabilities. This blog breaks down the key differences between Office Home and Microsoft 365 Business Premium, highlighting why the latter is the only viable option for SMBs. From licensing…

11 Sep 4AM 3 min

Dynamics Payroll 4Sight Channel Partner Newsletter - September 2025 - Edition 32

As a multi-national, diversified technology group, our purpose is to leverage our portfolio of 4IR technologies, people and data-focused solutions to design, develop, deploy and grow solutions for our partners, including both customers and vendors.

11 Sep 12AM 2 min

Azure for African Nonprofits and SME's

Azure is no longer just for big tech—it’s a flexible, secure cloud platform helping small organisations across Africa do big things. From NGOs to startups, Azure empowers teams to work smarter, scale easily, and protect their data without needing deep technical expertise. With local data centres, modular pricing, and support…

10 Sep 5AM 3 min

Predictive Analysis in Business Central: How to See Around Corners

Discover how predictive analysis in Dynamics 365 Business Central helps finance and operations teams anticipate late payments, forecast demand, and strengthen cash flow—turning surprises into foresight and action.

9 Sep 5AM 2 min