14 DAY TRIAL // In order to soften the hit delivered to companies by the global economic crisis, Microsoft is offering zero percent financing for new, qualifying buyers of its business management solutions. The Redmond company indicates that the move is designed to provide a breath of fresh air for credit-approved customers to access capital and continue their business investments, even in the context of a recession. New customers with an approved Microsoft Financing credit, starting at $20,000 and for no more than $1 million, will be able to enjoy 0 percent financing for 36 months when buying Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM solutions.
“We are working closely with our customers and partners to proactively enable them to preserve their capital resources to ride out the current economic situation, while making an important strategic investment in their future,” explained Kirill Tatarinov, corporate vice president of Microsoft Business Solutions.
The Redmond company has explained the measure as focused on helping customers deal with the tough financial times. “Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM solutions are business assets that pay off in the near term and over the long haul by helping companies drive productivity, maximize efficiency, and adapt and grow their business in today’s fast-changing market,” Tatarinov explained.
In Microsoft's perspective, in addition to the 0 percent financing offering, customers will also be able to boost business through the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM solutions. The software giant promises to increase operational efficiency and employee productivity, interoperability with additional Microsoft software, and even take customer relationships to the next level.
Mike Gillis, managing vice president of Hitachi Consulting, a Microsoft Dynamics partner, applauded the news of the Redmond company, offering 0 percent financing for its business management software. “Making it simple, convenient and affordable for businesses to invest in leading-edge business management software today is the right move at the right time,” Gillis said. “This represents a great opportunity for businesses in today’s cost-conscious market and shows that Microsoft has its ear to the ground and is attuned to the needs of business.”