Microsoft FastTrack Recognised Solution Architect nomination – Dynamics 365
The Microsoft Dynamics 365 engineering team confers the designation FastTrack Recognised Solution Architect to practising enterprise solution architects who consistently exhibit deep architecture expertise and create high-quality solutions for customers during Dynamics 365 FastTrack–governed engagements. They typically work for systems integrator partners, who may nominate solution architects to recognise their expertise.
Why nominate
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Recognised architects’ profiles, and the partners they work for, are listed on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 websites1
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Partners may indicate the number of recognised architects they have in their promotional materials and may direct prospective customers to the recognised architect profile page.
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Recognised architects get an e-badge to share on LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
1Partners and architects may opt out of this listing.
Nomination and evaluation process
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Partners nominate qualified solution architects using this form. The deadline is December 15.
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A panel of solution architects from the Dynamics 365 engineering team assesses candidates based on the architecture-related artifacts and solution quality of the candidate’s FastTrack projects.
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Candidates are assessed on their:
- Depth of technical capability and current product knowledge.
- Adherence to recommended best practices.
- Degree of complexity associated with the customer implementation.
- Quality of architecture design and fit for the customer’s needs.
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The evaluation process takes 8–12 weeks. Candidates are notified of the decision via email, along with next steps for accepted architects.
Eligibility requirements
Candidates must:
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Have a minimum of five years’ experience with Dynamics CRM or ERP products.
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Have a minimum of three years’ experience as a solution architect.
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Be a Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Solution Architect (PL-600 or MB-700).
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Be the lead architect on at least two FastTrack–governed customer implementation projects and adhere to FastTrack recommended Success by Design governance practices.
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Be responsible for the architecture and design of at least two FastTrack–governed customer implementation projects.