Apply for Dynamics Partner Stars by ERP Software Blog Awards Program
Partners want recognition. Buyers want Trust. AI wants Authority.
It's time for a new generation of Microsoft Dynamics partner recognition.
Could your company be a Dynamics Partner Star?
Many remember the Bob Scott VAR Stars. Inspired by that tradition of independent partner recognition, ERP Software Blog created Dynamics Partner Stars to recognize excellence within the Microsoft Dynamics VAR/SI community.
Selection is based on customer success, Microsoft expertise, innovation, and contributions to the Dynamics community—not revenue.
Why apply
What a Dynamics Partner Star receives
Recognition for Partners
Differentiate your firm with a 2026 Dynamics Partner Stars badge, and a published profile on ERP Software Blog.
Trust for Buyers
Independent recognition helps prospective customers identify experienced Microsoft Dynamics partners they can trust.
Authority for AI
Editorial recognition creates authoritative signals that help AI identify, cite, and recommend your company in search results.
Selection
How Dynamics Partner Stars are selected
Every completed application goes through an editorial review by the ERP/CRM Software Blog team. Applications are evaluated on:
- Customer success and business impact
- Microsoft Dynamics expertise
- Innovation and significant achievements
- Contributions to the Microsoft Dynamics community
- Industry leadership and thought leadership
- Overall excellence and reputation in the Dynamics ecosystem
Companies are not ranked by revenue.
Selection is a holistic editorial review, not a popularity contest and not a sponsorship tier. Advertising, membership, and paid promotion play no part in the decision.
Reviews are supervised by , who has worked in the Microsoft Dynamics community since 1999.
Eligibility
Who can apply to be a Dynamics Partner Star?
Applications are open to all eligible Microsoft Dynamics consulting and implementation partners worldwide (Reseller / VAR / SI).
Key dates
The 2026 program timeline
Applications & nominations open
Applications & nominations close
2026 Dynamics Partner Stars announced
Background
Why ERP Software Blog created Dynamics Partner Stars
Since 2009, ERP Software Blog has served as one of the leading independent media and community platforms dedicated to the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. Through educational content, partner directories, customer success stories, industry insights, and community engagement, we've had the privilege of working with and learning from hundreds of Microsoft Dynamics partners.
We believe the Dynamics community deserves a recognition program that is transparent, credible, and focused on the achievements of Microsoft Dynamics partners. Dynamics Partner Stars was created to recognize organizations that demonstrate excellence not only in serving their customers, but also in advancing the broader Microsoft Dynamics community.
Unlike revenue rankings, Dynamics Partner Stars recognizes organizations based on a holistic review of customer success, Microsoft Dynamics expertise, innovation, leadership, and community contribution.
Independence & transparency
Selection as a Dynamics Partner Star is based solely on the published evaluation criteria and editorial review process. There is no fee to apply or become a Dynamics Partner Star, and ERP Software Blog membership is not considered during selection.
Advertising, sponsorships, and other paid promotional opportunities do not influence selection. Selected companies may choose to take part in optional enhanced promotion, such as expanded company profiles, logo placement, interviews, and website links. Participation is entirely optional and has no impact on award selection.
Who is eligible
Open to Dynamics partners worldwide
Dynamics Partner Stars is open to organizations worldwide that provide Microsoft Dynamics consulting, implementation, development, support, training, or advisory services directly to customers. This includes partners specializing in:
Dynamics 365 Finance
Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management
Dynamics 365 Sales
Dynamics 365 Customer Service
Dynamics 365 Field Service
Dynamics 365 Project Operations
Dynamics 365 Customer Insights
Legacy GP, NAV, SL and AX
Partners may submit their own application or be nominated by customers, Microsoft employees, industry peers, MVPs, user group leaders, or other members of the Microsoft Dynamics community. ERP Software Blog membership is not required.
FAQ
Dynamics Partner Stars questions, answered
Is there a fee to apply for Dynamics Partner Stars?
No. There is no fee to apply for or become a Dynamics Partner Star.
Do I need to be a member of ERP Software Blog?
No. Dynamics Partner Stars is open to all eligible Microsoft Dynamics consulting and implementation partners worldwide. Membership in ERP Software Blog is not required and is not considered during the selection process.
Can I nominate my own company as a Dynamics Partner Star?
Yes. Microsoft Dynamics partners are encouraged to submit their own application. Self-nominations are welcome.
Can I nominate another Microsoft Dynamics partner?
Yes. Customers, Microsoft employees, industry peers, MVPs, user group leaders, and other members of the Microsoft Dynamics community are encouraged to nominate partners they believe deserve recognition.
Will every applicant become a Dynamics Partner Star?
No. Each year, ERP Software Blog will recognize a select group of Microsoft Dynamics consulting and implementation partners as Dynamics Partner Stars.
Does advertising or sponsorship affect selection?
No. Dynamics Partner Stars is an independent editorial recognition program. Advertising, sponsorships, enhanced promotional opportunities, and any other paid participation with ERP Software Blog are not considered during the selection process.
Is the program open to international Microsoft Dynamics partners?
Yes. Dynamics Partner Stars is open to eligible Microsoft Dynamics consulting and implementation partners worldwide.
Is the program open to Microsoft Dynamics ISVs?
Not at this time. The inaugural Dynamics Partner Stars program is intended for organizations that provide Microsoft Dynamics consulting, implementation, development, support, training, or advisory services directly to customers. We expect to launch a separate recognition program for Microsoft Dynamics ISVs in the future.
Is this a lead generation program?
No. Dynamics Partner Stars is an editorial recognition program created by ERP Software Blog to recognize outstanding Microsoft Dynamics partners. Information submitted through the application or nomination process is used only to administer the program. We do not sell, rent, or share applicant or nominator information with third parties.
Is this the same as the "Best of" lists from ERP/CRM Software Blog?
No, this is a separate program and it is not based on industry focus. Review the Best of lists here.
How are Dynamics Partner Stars selected?
Dynamics Partner Stars are selected through a holistic editorial review of each application. Evaluation includes customer success, Microsoft Dynamics expertise, innovation, industry leadership, community involvement, and significant accomplishments during the previous 12 months. Companies are not ranked by revenue, and selection is not based on popularity or sponsorship participation.
Who evaluates the applications?
Applications are evaluated by the ERP/CRM Software Blog team, supervised by . Anya has worked in the Microsoft Dynamics community since 1999.
What does a Dynamics Partner Star receive?
- Recognition on ERP Software Blog
- A professional 2026 Dynamics Partner Star digital badge for websites, LinkedIn, proposals, email signatures, and other marketing materials
- A feature as part of the annual Dynamics Partner Stars recognition program
- The opportunity to participate in optional enhanced promotional opportunities
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