Data Strategies, Inc. has been a certified partner of Microsoft for many years.  Recently, we underwent a more strenuous certification process to achieve Gold Partner Status.

Here is an excerpt from the Microft website regarding Gold Partners:

Gold Certified Partners are the top level of Microsoft solutions partners and have access to the tools and support they need to help them stand out in the marketplace. At this level you have the opportunity to build the closest working relationship with Microsoft, and are guaranteed, at minimum, telephone-based account engagement from Microsoft, along with other top-level benefits such as a priority listing in the Microsoft Resource Directory. Gold Certified Partners are required to enroll in at least one Microsoft Competency