Data Act – A New Opportunity for Microsoft CSP Partners in Poland
Data Act (EU Regulation 2023/2854) formally entered into force on January 11, 2024, with full applicability scheduled from September 12, 2025. This date is pivotal for companies and Microsoft CSP partners as they prepare to implement its requirements.
The regulation imposes new responsibilities on manufacturers and service providers while granting users – both consumers and businesses – enhanced data rights. From smart meters and household appliances to industrial machines, data generated by these devices must now be accessible to end-users and, upon request, to authorized third parties. This necessitates the deployment of secure data-sharing mechanisms.
For Microsoft CSP partners and IT firms, this is not just a technical challenge. It’s a strategic opportunity to develop new services, ranging from IoT data integration to data-sharing solutions built on Azure, Microsoft Fabric, or low-code platforms.
What Does the Data Act Enable?
- End-users (consumers & companies) will now access data generated by their devices—from household gadgets to industrial systems.
- It facilitates easier data sharing between organizations.
- It reduces “vendor lock-in” by enabling swift migration between cloud providers without data loss.
Visualizing the seamless flow of data enabled by the Data Act.
This new landscape empowers businesses with unprecedented control over their digital assets.
Who Is Affected?
IoT Device Makers & SaaS Providers
Must enable data export (personal, machine-generated) and open APIs for sharing with users and third parties.
Key Requirement: Data Accessibility
Manufacturers and service providers face a crucial deadline: September 12, 2025, for full compliance, requiring robust mechanisms for data export and open API integration.
Cloud Service Providers (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS)
Required to:
- Update contracts to allow data migration within 30 days of termination.
- Provide data export in machine-readable formats.
- Offer open APIs for seamless migration.
Migration Mandate: 30 Days
Cloud providers must ensure data portability and allow migration within 30 days, significantly reducing barriers to switching services.
What It Means for MSPs, e-Commerce & Marketing Services
Full Control
Companies handling transactional or behavioral data gain full control over data and portability across systems.
Greater Agility
Enhanced agility and efficiency in marketing and loyalty programs, thanks to seamless data access.
Reduced Dependency
Reduced dependency on specific providers – boosting competitiveness and fostering innovation.
Opportunity for Microsoft CSP Partners in Poland
The Data Act presents a unique strategic advantage for those prepared to adapt.
For Providers & Integrators
- udit systems for compliance: ensure data can be exported in machine-readable format
- Offer data migration services and APIs alongside CSP packages
- Use transparency and client-centricity as a marketing advantage
For Businesses Using Microsoft CSP
- erify provider compliance with Data Act when selecting cloud tools
- refer partners who provide open APIs and flexible data portability
- everage new opportunities for data-driven strategies
The Data Act is more than legal compliance—it’s an opportunity for Microsoft CSP partners in Poland to gain a competitive edge.
Why Data Act Matters
- Greater business autonomy over data.
- New service opportunities under CSP offerings.
- Increased trust in cloud solutions, as vendor lock-in eases.
Through auditing, data migration services, and open-interface solutions, providers can expand offerings while empowering customers with true freedom of choice.
Collaboration and data synergy are key benefits.
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Microsoft CSP partners — the time to act collaboratively with Microsoft is now. Let us help you unlock the full potential of this new regulation.
