BDO Digital named finalist for 2025 Microsoft Americas award
BDO Digital, the technology advisory arm of BDO Canada, has been recognised as a finalist for the 2025 Microsoft Americas Partner of the Year - Systems Integrator (SI) Canada Award. The recognition places BDO Digital among a select group of Microsoft partners praised for their effective use of Microsoft technology in delivering customer solutions.
Industry recognition
The Microsoft Americas Partner of the Year Awards honour partners who have excelled in developing and providing Microsoft-based solutions, services, and devices over the previous year. BDO Digital was selected from a group of more than 2,000 nominations, underscoring its position within the Canadian technology and advisory market.
The firm's work with Microsoft was highlighted for its assistance to Canadian organisations aiming to implement practical AI solutions. BDO Digital's programmes, such as Copilot Care+ and industry-specific accelerators, are noted for helping businesses turn AI strategies into measurable outcomes.
Management perspective
"We are honoured once again to be recognized as a valued partner by Microsoft, this year as a Finalist for the Microsoft Americas Partner of the Year - SI Canada Award. This distinction reflects our commitment to helping organizations across Canada adopt AI responsibly and effectively. By doing more together with Microsoft, we continue to turn innovation into action for our clients, our firm, and our communities," said Bruno Suppa, CEO, BDO Canada.
The partnership builds on a history of collaboration between BDO Digital and Microsoft, aimed at supporting digital transformation initiatives across various sectors. BDO Digital's standing includes holding all six Solutions Partner Designations and 18 Specialisations, in addition to its status as an Azure Expert Managed Service Provider and direct Cloud Solution Provider.
Client solutions
BDO Digital's services span advisory, implementation, security, and managed offerings designed to help organisations integrate artificial intelligence as part of their operational frameworks. The company emphasises an integrated approach to digital adoption, aiming to support a broad client base in meeting evolving technology needs.
"Our goal is to help clients turn digital ambition into practical results. Across industries, we're enabling organizations to adopt AI confidently through an integrated approach that combines advisory, implementation, security, and managed services. Our close collaboration with Microsoft continues to drive the growth of BDO Digital, earning all six Solutions Partner Designations, 18 Specializations, and recognition as an Azure Expert MSP and direct CSP. We're also proud to support diversity and inclusion through the Microsoft GPS Women's Council, strengthening the broader partner ecosystem," said Rishan Lye, National Consulting Leader of BDO Canada.
Diversity initiatives
In addition to its business performance, BDO Canada remains active in supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives. The company participates in the Microsoft GPS Women's Council and sponsors community events such as Global Fabric Community Day in Toronto. BDO Digital has also increased its internal use of AI tools, reporting a 92% monthly usage rate of Copilot among licensed staff.
