05/12/2026
If you're a Portland business owner running on Microsoft 365, July 1st matters more than you might realize.
Microsoft is raising prices on most of their business plans that day. Business Standard goes from $12.50 to $14 per user. Apps for Business climbs about 21%. Enterprise E3 hits $26. The new pricing kicks in at your next renewal after July 1, so the exact timing depends on your contract.
We think it is important to inform you that with Business Standard going up and Business Premium staying closer than it used to, the upgrade that always felt like a real budget jump is now a much smaller investment. If you've been wanting better security, conditional access, or proper device management for your team, the math just shifted in your favor.
We wrote up the full breakdown, including a quick four-question check to help you decide whether Premium actually fits your business. We really think it is worth five minutes before you sign your next renewal.
Take a look: https://bit.ly/4u3cRTR
If you'd rather have someone walk you through it, we're running free tech evaluations for Portland-area businesses right now. We'll look at what you have, what you actually use, and give you a straight answer about whether an upgrade makes sense for your team.