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Microsoft To Consolidate MPN Competencies in November (CHART)

Microsoft is reducing the number of competencies in the Microsoft Partner Network this month from 29 to 25 -- with most of the consolidation occurring related to the SharePoint and developer specialties.

See the flow chart below to learn how the competencies will change this month:

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