Industrial software company AVEVA has been named Microsoft’s Manufacturing Partner of the Year for 2025. The recognition highlights AVEVA’s implementation of Azure-based solutions for manufacturing clients globally. The announcement was made November 28, following Microsoft Ignite conference in San Francisco.
The Cambridge, UK-based company was selected from over 4,600 nominations across 100 countries. AVEVA develops industrial software solutions that run on Microsoft Azure and integrate with Microsoft Fabric and generative AI technologies.
Key Takeaways
- AVEVA received Microsoft’s 2025 Manufacturing Partner of the Year Award from 4,600+ global nominations
- Recognition based on Azure-powered solutions for manufacturing operations and supply chains
- Award focuses on industrial software platforms including CONNECT, built on Microsoft Azure
- Partnership targets efficiency and sustainability improvements for industrial clients
Award Recognition for Cloud-Based Industrial Solutions
Microsoft’s annual Partner of the Year Awards recognize companies delivering cloud applications and AI innovations. The Manufacturing category specifically evaluates partners serving industrial equipment, aerospace, electronics, semiconductor, and agriculture sectors.
Winners must demonstrate industry expertise and growth in customer acquisition. Additionally, they need to show consistent service quality using Microsoft technology platforms.
“We’re proud to be named Microsoft’s 2025 Manufacturing Partner of the Year,” said Rob McGreevy, chief product officer at AVEVA. However, he noted the award validates what’s happening on factory floors worldwide.
Manufacturing Digitalization Through Partnership
AVEVA’s collaboration with Microsoft combines industrial domain knowledge with cloud computing capabilities. The partnership delivers real-time data insights to operations teams. Therefore, manufacturers can optimize production processes and strengthen supply chains.
The companies jointly develop solutions using Microsoft Cloud for Manufacturing. Their go-to-market strategies focus on business-to-plant collaboration for industrial companies. Furthermore, sustainability features are integrated into their platform offerings.
Nicole Dezen, Chief Partner Officer at Microsoft, congratulated award winners. She highlighted how partners used Microsoft’s cloud and AI platforms to deliver solutions. “The 2025 honorees exemplify what’s possible when technology and vision unite,” Dezen stated.
Industrial Software Platform Built on Azure
AVEVA’s CONNECT platform operates on Microsoft Azure infrastructure. The platform provides information management applications enhanced with industrial AI capabilities. According to the company, over 90% of leading industrial enterprises use AVEVA solutions.
The software targets capital project engineering, plant operations, and sustainability initiatives. Additionally, it enables collaboration between teams, suppliers, partners and customers. AVEVA employs over 6,000 people and works with 5,000 partners globally.
What’s Next
The Microsoft partner award program continues to expand its focus on AI integration. Manufacturing digitalization remains a priority as industrial companies modernize operations. AVEVA will likely leverage this recognition to strengthen its position in the industrial software market.
