Mercury and Microsoft launch new Agent Accelerator programme to fast-track AI adoption

Mercury and Microsoft Launch New Agent Accelerator Programme to Fast-Track AI Adoption.

Businesses looking to turn AI ambition into real-world outcomes now have a faster, lower-risk path forward thanks to a new Agent Accelerator Programme from Mercury and Microsoft. Designed to help organisations move from idea to impact quickly, the initiative combines expert consultancy, hands-on development and deployment support, with significant Microsoft funding available for eligible customers.

The programme focuses on helping organisations identify high-value AI use cases, rapidly build practical AI agents, and launch them with the security, governance and user adoption frameworks required for long-term success. Rather than navigating the complexity of AI development alone, customers gain access to Mercury's specialist expertise while benefiting from Microsoft-funded consultancy and build services.

Two accelerator options are available. The entry-level package provides up to 20 hours of consultancy and build support for 1 to 3 priority use cases, with a customer contribution of up to £500 against a total programme value of £3,000. Organisations with broader ambitions can choose the enhanced option, which includes up to 40 hours of consultancy and build time covering 4 to 6 priority use cases, requiring a customer contribution of up to £1,000 against a total value of £6,000. In both cases, Microsoft provides the majority of the investment.

The message is simple: bring your ideas, and Mercury and Microsoft will help bring them to life. By combining strategic discovery, expert development and responsible deployment, the Agent Accelerator enables organisations to start realising value from AI quickly and confidently. Customers interested in exploring the programme can register their interest through their Customer Success Manager or click here.

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