Increment recognised as Microsoft Partner of the Year for Data Security and Compliance

Sydney, Australia – November 12, 2025 

Increment is proud to announce that it has been named Microsoft Partner of the Year for Data Security and Compliance. This global award recognises Microsoft’s top partner that has delivered secure, innovative, and business-ready solutions using Microsoft’s data security and compliance products. 

The Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards recognise Microsoft partners that have developed and delivered outstanding Microsoft Cloud applications, services, devices, and AI innovation during the past year. Honourees were selected from more than 4,600 nominations across over 100 countries. 

At a time when security is underpinning the next frontier of AI transformation, Increment’s win underscores its commitment to protecting customer data while empowering customers to move forward with confidence. 

Melinda McKenzie, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer: “At Increment, we choose difference. We lead with security because it enables creativity, innovation, and trust. This recognition reflects the strength of our people, the Technology Creatives, whose expertise and passion transform complex challenges into secure, scalable, and seamless outcomes for our customers. It’s a celebration of how technology and creativity combine to make a measurable difference.” 

Adrian Buxton, Managing Director & Chief Technology Officer: “AI is redefining what’s possible, but possibility without protection isn’t progress. Security and productivity aren’t opposites, they’re partners in transformation, and our approach is to build the guardrails that allow our customers to ignite their imaginations and innovate safely with AI. This award recognises our capability and experience in building solutions that secure and govern data at scale with Microsoft Purview.” 

Andre Herbst, Director of Growth & Partnerships: “Partnerships are the catalyst that turn bold ideas into shared success. Our collaboration with Microsoft exemplifies what happens when creativity meets capability, bringing together the best of cloud, security, and AI to create tangible impact for our customers. We’re proud to stand alongside Microsoft as we help organisations unlock the next era of secure, intelligent growth.” 

“Congratulations to all the winners and finalists of the 2025 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, said Nicole Dezen, Chief Partner Officer and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft.

This year, our partners harnessed the transformative power of Microsoft’s Cloud and AI platforms to deliver solutions that redefine the boundaries of innovation.  

The energy and ingenuity across our ecosystem continue to inspire us. The 2025 honourees exemplify what’s possible when technology and vision unite to empower customers around the world.” 

Additional details on the 2025 awards are available here: https://aka.ms/2025POTYA_Announcement

The complete list of categories, winners and finalists can be found at https://aka.ms/2025POTYAWinnersFinalists