Award recognizes leadership in Surface device protection through the aXtion case line and mobile workforce solutions
IRVINE, California, March 2026 — The Joy Factory announced today that it has been selected by Microsoft as the 2025 Designed for Surface Partner of the Year. This recognition highlights the company’s leadership in providing rugged, enterprise-grade protection for organizations operating in demanding and mission-critical environments. The award honors partners that consistently demonstrate strong collaboration, customer focus, and meaningful impact across the Surface ecosystem.
The Designed for Surface Partner of the Year award is presented to companies that collaborate closely with Microsoft to enhance the Surface experience through accessories that meet rigorous standards for quality, reliability, and user-centric design. The Joy Factory’s aXtion cases have become a trusted choice for customers deploying Surface devices in demanding environments where durability, mobility, and device longevity are essential. The company’s custom engineering capabilities further strengthen its role as a strategic partner for organizations seeking tailored protection for unique workflows.
“Sustaining the trust of our customers and partners is at the center of everything we do,” said Sampson Yang, CEO of The Joy Factory. “Receiving this recognition from Microsoft affirms our commitment to designing protective solutions that help organizations safeguard their Surface devices in the most challenging environments. Our aXtion line and our mounting solution capabilities reflect our dedication to innovation, quality, and the evolving needs of customers around the world”.
A Continued Commitment to Innovation
The Joy Factory remains dedicated to its ongoing collaboration with Microsoft to expand its Designed for Surface certified offerings and support organizations adopting Surface devices at scale. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to delivering protective solutions that enhance productivity, device longevity, and user confidence across industries as they scale their mobile technology investments.
For more information about The Joy Factory’s Designed for Surface certified aXtion cases and connected worker solutions, visit https://thejoyfactory.com/brands/microsoft-cases/.
About The Joy Factory
The Joy Factory is a global leader in rugged mobile solutions, dedicated to empowering frontline connected workers in the world’s most challenging environments. With a focus on innovation, resilience, and user empowerment, The Joy Factory designs and manufactures certified rugged cases, mounts, and mobility accessories that enhance safety, productivity, and connectivity. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the company serves industries including energy, utilities, manufacturing, construction, and field services through a growing network of partners and resellers.
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