Tecman joins Microsoft AI Business Solutions Inner Circle for 2026-27

Tecman is now part of Microsoft’s Inner Circle!

We're proud to share that Tecman is now part of Microsoft’s 2026-27 Inner Circle for AI Business Solutions.

Inner Circle is one of Microsoft’s most prestigious recognitions business applications partners. It brings together a small group of organisations from around the world that Microsoft works closely with to help businesses get the most from Dynamics 365, Business Central, Power Platform and Copilot.

While we're delighted to receive the recognition, this achievement isn't about us alone. It's the result of years spent helping manufacturers and distributors improve how they work, solve challenges and get more value from their Microsoft business software.

What is Microsoft's Inner Circle?

Inner Circle is an invitation-only programme for Microsoft's leading AI Business Solutions partners worldwide.

It's not something you apply for and it's not simply a certification. Membership is awarded annually to partners that demonstrate consistent performance, innovation and, most importantly, successful outcomes for customers.

Inner Circle members are invited to attend the Inner Circle Summit in Spring 2027; alongside virtual meetings held between September 2026 and June 2027. Together, these events offer direct access to Microsoft executives and fellow Inner Circle partners, giving members the chance to explore strategic priorities, gain early insight into future plans, build meaningful executive connections and exchange best practice with peers.

Why this matters right now

Business technology is changing fast.

AI is moving from being something organisations experiment with to becoming part of everyday operations. Whether that's Copilot assisting users, intelligent automation streamlining processes or AI agents supporting teams, businesses are looking for practical ways to turn emerging technology into measurable value.

At the same time, it's becoming harder to separate genuine opportunity from industry hype. That's where closer collaboration with Microsoft makes a difference.

Being part of the Inner Circle helps us understand not only what is coming next, but also what's ready to deliver value today and where our manufacturing and distribution customers should focus first.

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do

Awards only matter if they create real-world benefits. For Tecman customers, Inner Circle status means:

Earlier insight

We gain closer insight into Microsoft’s product direction, helping you make informed decisions around Dynamics 365, Business Central, Power Platform, Copilot and AI initiatives.

Better guidance

Closer engagement with Microsoft’s leadership and product teams helps us provide practical advice informed by Microsoft’s product direction.

A stronger customer voice

When customers identify opportunities, challenges or product gaps, we have a direct route to share that feedback with the teams responsible for developing Microsoft's solutions.

Greater confidence

Inner Circle status reflects Microsoft's confidence in the partners it works most closely with. For organisations investing in business-critical systems and AI, that reassurance matters.

What won't change is the way we work. The same people, the same values and the same commitment to doing things properly remain at the heart of everything we do.

“I'm delighted that Technology Management has been named to Microsoft's 2026-27 Inner Circle for AI Business Solutions – a distinction awarded to a small group of Microsoft's most strategic business applications partners worldwide.

This recognition belongs to the whole team. Inner Circle isn't something you apply for; it reflects sustained performance, innovation and – above all – the results our customers achieve. Every implementation delivered well, every problem solved properly, every long-term relationship we've kept healthy has contributed to this.

It also comes at a genuinely significant moment. The shift from traditional business systems to AI-enabled ones is the biggest change I've seen in this industry, and Inner Circle membership gives us direct access to Microsoft's leadership and product teams as that unfolds. That access translates into better advice, earlier insight and stronger outcomes for our customers.

My thanks to everyone at Technology Management, and to the customers who trust us with systems their businesses depend on. We don't take either for granted.”

James Crowter, Managing Director at Tecman

AI is creating exciting opportunities for organisations using Dynamics 365 Business Central, but success comes from making the right decisions at the right time.

As a Microsoft Inner Circle partner, Tecman is well placed to help you understand what's possible today, what's coming next and where you can achieve the greatest impact.

If you're a manufacturer or distributor and would like to discuss Dynamics 365 Business Central, CRM or your AI roadmap alongside these business solutions, we'd love to start the conversation. Get in touch today.