Planet Technologies

Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft professional services exclusively focused on the public sector. Founded over 26 years ago, the company has built an impressive track record serving U.S. government agencies, educational institutions, and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Their expertise spans IT modernization, application development, artificial intelligence, security, and compliance, all delivered through Microsoft's technology ecosystem. The company has earned significant recognition from Microsoft, holding 14 Microsoft specializations, 5 Microsoft Solutions Partner designations, and an industry-leading 27 Microsoft Partner of the Year awards. Planet Technologies serves over 1,200 government agency clients, with their first client—the Department of Energy—remaining a customer since the company's founding. Their offerings include secure government cloud solutions such as GCC High and Azure Government Secret (IL6) environments, CMMC compliance services, and AI readiness programs. Headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, Planet Technologies emphasizes what they call the "Planet Standard"—a commitment to client relationships that goes beyond traditional business engagements. They position themselves as trusted advisors who help public sector organizations maximize their existing Microsoft investments while accelerating digital transformation in secure, compliant environments.