Frequently asked questions about the Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC)

This article answers questions about the Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC).

What contributes to my organization’s Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC) and when will I see the decrement?

All Azure benefit eligible offers purchased through Azure Marketplace contribute 100% of the pretax purchase amount toward a MACC. Contribution to the commitment occurs at the time when Microsoft issues the invoice. See Find benefit-eligible offers to learn how to find Azure benefit-eligible solutions.

Can a marketplace purchase done prior to the Azure Consumption Commitment’s effective date apply retroactively?

No, marketplace purchases or spend prior to the MACC’s effective date don't contribute to the commitment. Renewals of Azure benefit eligible solutions that occur after the MACC effective date contributes to the commitment. For example, if an Azure benefit eligible solution bills monthly, then billing for the months following the effective date contributes to the MACC.

How can I see which purchases have contributed to my organization’s Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC)?

See Track your Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC) to learn how to view progress toward your organization’s MACC in the Azure portal.

If my organization has a Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC) and prepays a percentage of it, will a purchase of an Azure benefit eligible solution from the marketplace count toward the remaining balance?

Azure prepayment or Azure monetary commitment can't be used against purchases of Azure benefit eligible solutions sold by partners.

I'm planning to transact in multiple countries or regions. Can I count purchases toward my MACC in the country or region of my choice?

No, the transaction must be made in the country or region where the MACC was signed for the transaction to count toward the commitment.