Key Takeaways
- Bridge to Cloud 3 offers up to 30% discount on Dynamics 365 cloud licences
- Enables a phased, low-risk transition from on-premises to cloud
- Covers NAV, GP, AX, SL, CRM, and Business Central on-prem
- Allows organisations to run on-prem and cloud in parallel
- Additional incentives available for Business Central online migrations
If your organisation uses Microsoft Dynamics on premises, you may be considering the next step in your digital journey. Cloud migration often feels complex, but Microsoft’s new Bridge to Cloud 3 promotion makes the transition easier and more affordable.
Below is a simple guide to what Bridge to Cloud 3 offers, who it is designed for, and how Mercurius IT can support your move to Dynamics 365 online.
What is Bridge to Cloud 3?
Bridge to Cloud 3 is a three-year promotional offer available through the Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider programme. It gives eligible customers a 30 percent discount on most Dynamics 365 cloud products. The promotion runs from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2027.
To qualify, customers must:
- Have a Dynamics on premises system in place as of 1 September 2024
- Have an active Enhancement Plan or one that has lapsed for less than 30 days
- Move to the cloud version of their current product
During the promotional period, customers can keep their Enhancement Plan running while they begin using Dynamics 365 online. This allows a safe and gradual migration.
There is an extra benefit for customers moving to Dynamics 365 Business Central online. If their cloud spend reaches the required threshold, they may qualify for up to two years of zero cost cloud users when coming from a concurrent licence model such as Dynamics NAV.
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Why Bridge to Cloud 3 Works for Many Organisations
- You get value from Dynamics 365immediately: The cloud platform provides modern features, AI insights, automatic updates, and smooth integration with Microsoft 365.
- You can migrate at your own pace: Your on premises and cloud systems can run together for a period. This reduces pressure and lowers risk.
- You increase security and remove infrastructure costs: You no longer need to maintain servers, apply manual security patches, or manage hardware refresh cycles.
- You align with Microsoft’s long term strategy: Dynamics 365 online receives continuous improvements and is the future direction of the Microsoft business applications suite.
Which Products Are Covered
Bridge to Cloud 3 supports migrations from many legacy solutions including:
- Dynamics NAV
- Dynamics GP
- Dynamics AX
- Dynamics SL
- Dynamics C5
- Dynamics RMS or POS
- Business Central on premises
- Dynamics CRM
Eligible cloud destinations include:
- Dynamics 365 Business Central Essentials and Premium
- Dynamics 365 Finance
- Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management
- Dynamics 365 Commerce
- Dynamics 365 Human Resources
- Dynamics 365 Sales
- Dynamics 365 Customer Service
- Dynamics 365 Field Service
- Dynamics 365 Project Operations
This gives almost every Dynamics on premises customer a direct modern equivalent.
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How Mercurius IT Can Help
Mercurius IT has supported Dynamics upgrades and migrations for nearly twenty years. We understand the full history of the product line, common challenges, licensing rules, and the business impact of moving to the cloud.
Here is what our support includes.
- Clear readiness and feasibility checks: We review your system, integrations, customisations, data, and licensing. We confirm whether you qualify for Bridge to Cloud 3 and outline practical next steps.
- Transparent cost modelling: We calculate your Enhancement Plan value, your cloud subscription costs, and any eligibility for zero cost users.
- Ongoing support and optimisation: Once your cloud system goes live, we remain available to guide your team and help you gain maximum value from Dynamics 365.
Why Organisations Choose Mercurius IT
- Strong experience across the entire Dynamics product family
- Deep knowledge of Business Central and Dynamics 365 apps
- Proven migration frameworks for NAV, GP, AX, SL, and CRM
- A collaborative approach focused on your business goals
- Competitive pricing and flexible delivery models
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge to Cloud 3?
Bridge to Cloud 3 is a Microsoft promotional offer that provides eligible Dynamics on-premises customers with discounted access to Dynamics 365 cloud products over a three-year period.
Who is eligible for Bridge to Cloud 3?
Organisations running a Dynamics on-premises system with an active Enhancement Plan, or one that has lapsed for less than 30 days, may qualify if they move to the cloud version of their product.
Can on-premises and cloud systems run together?
Yes. Bridge to Cloud 3 allows organisations to continue running their on-premises system while gradually transitioning to Dynamics 365 online.
Which Dynamics products are supported?
The offer supports migrations from NAV, GP, AX, SL, CRM, and Business Central on-premises to Dynamics 365 cloud applications.
Is there any additional benefit for Business Central customers?
Yes. Eligible Business Central customers may qualify for up to two years of zero-cost cloud users when moving from concurrent licences.
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