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This article points to the emergence of containers, microservices, and cloud-native architecture as trends in the next generation of modern IT infrastructure. It also explores machine intelligence, the convergence of cognitive computing and IoT, as a second disruptive trend that platform companies, ISVs, global SIs, and emerging startups must keep top of mind to stay relevant in an ever-changing industry. Read More...

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This infographic outlines common security breach scenarios caused by human error and the ways in which Microsoft 365 is addressing these problems through built-in security protocols. View: SMB security: infographic

AB InBev, the brewer and marketing force behind one-third of the world's beer products, is on a digital transformation journey to move 80% of its workloads to the cloud by 2020. With Microsoft Azure, the company has built a global analytics platform, broken down data silos, and reduced IT costs, while increasing insights and agility.

This article explores how marketers can get ahead of the curve when moving to LinkedIn-centered marketing in response to the passage of General Data Protection Regulation, an EU data protection law that is disrupting common email marketing strategies. Read More...

The digital transformation has already begun. By 2020, 60% of all enterprises will have fully articulated an organization wide digital platform strategy. Where will your business be by 2020? Don't fall behind. Bring your enterprise up to speed with Microsoft Azure. Contact us to learn more on how we can help you adopt this transformative solution for your business. View: THE MICROSOFT DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION SERIES Part 1: Digital Transformation Opportunity

Developing capabilities in the cloud is becoming increasingly more common. With the many databases available to consumers, SQL Server is the most used database in the world. SQL Server helps organizations reduce capital expenditures and configuration, as well as enable elastic scale and rapid deployment alleviating--and in some cases negating--many of today's IT challenges. View: SQL Server runs best on Azure Virtual Machines

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: "Cloud computing is foundational to enabling digital transformation for any organization." With an overhaul of their infrastructure, Microsoft is poised to deliver users to the intelligent edge. Learn more about the power and potential of intelligent cloud computing on this website. Read More...

IT security and data protection are your only ways to combat ransomware. In today's digital age, your data is the lifeblood of your organization. Don't fall victim to ransomware attacks that could threaten your business and customers. With Azure, identify new threats and respond quickly with services that are informed by real-time global cybersecurity intelligence delivered at cloud scale. Read More...

Microsoft AI is driving innovation in industries all over the world. In this site, Microsoft provides case studies in several industries to show you how you can benefit from advanced cloud computing. Read More...

Every business needs accurate outside perspectives and a holistic view of its business processes. And as you digitally transformation, you need to stay engaged to help your customers. Visit this website to learn how you can build a modern, connected business. Read More...

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IT Showcase gives you a behind-the-curtain view of how Microsoft IT operates. Check out how you can achieve more using Microsoft 365. Read More...

This graphic identifies common security weaknesses that make small businesses easy targets for cybercriminals and provides insight on how best to address them. View: Security - common mistakes

With the world and nature of customer interactions changing rapidly, international law firm Taylor Wessing needs an IT solution that can keep up. With Azure cloud services, Taylor Wessing has the flexibility and speed they need to service customers. With advanced security benefits they can be sure their customer data will be secure. Read More...

Ever wonder how Microsoft does IT? IT Showcase provides an inside scoop on the world of Microsoft IT. With updates on when and how Microsoft develops new technology solutions and products, you'll have the details on what Microsoft is up to across its own enterprise environment. Read More...

As the rate of game-changing technological shifts continue to increase across multiple industries, compliance functions will need to reevaluate how they go about examining risk and implementing risk-management protocols. What should compliance functions be doing now to proactively adapt to this changing environment? And what can you do to help them along this journey? Read More...

In today's digital world, the future of successful modern businesses depends on our ability to embrace digital transformation and to change the way we think about ourselves and our businesses. View: Every company is a software company

When organizations integrate new tools and technologies, they may change in unexpected ways. Customers may also be affected, and they need to know the challenges they may face when adopting new technology. This article unpacks three steps to successful digital transformation and provides insights you can use to ease your customers' transition. Read More...

People need solutions that are easy to use and provide a great customer experience. Microsoft has made this a core tenant of solution usability. With products like Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and SQL Server Analysis Services, Microsoft has created a data platform that allows them to collaborate and scale. Contact us to find out how we can help you integrate this same tech. View: Microsoft uses analytics and data science to enhance the user experience

In this inspirational video, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discusses the role of technology in our lives and how people can use it to shape the future. Consider your own thoughts on technology in today's digitally transforming world and how it is impacting your customers.

Marshall Public Schools are preparing their students for life after graduation using Windows 10 in S Mode. Students are able to gain valuable technological skills without requiring the school district to sacrifice security. Read More...

Microsoft has a number of products that evolve over time. SQL Server 2008 is no exception. That's why it's time to upgrade. With SQL Server 2017, you don't just get an update--you get in-memory performance across workloads, mission-critical high availability, end-to-end mobile BI, and in-database advanced analytics with security features. At Army Of Quants, we're here to help you get the right tools for the job. Contact us to find out more. View: Upgrade to avoid end of support for SQL Server 2008

Keeping an organization productive can be tough but with services like App Service and Azure Cosmos DB, Xamarin, HockeyApp, and Traffic Manager, companies can build apps based on their customers' interests and behavior. Read More...

While it may seem that people will never be surpassed by machines in their ability to deliver great customer service, that assumption is being challenged. Although we're not quite there, Azure AI services have created easily integrated customer service bots, machine learning, and cognitive services that any organization can use. Read More...

With streamlined collaboration, businesses can be more efficient than ever on the cloud. With Office 365, they not only have the benefit of familiar programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, but also a host of other tools like Teams, Skype, and OneDrive that enable collaboration anywhere from any device. Read More...

With increased productivity, engagement, and balance, telecommuting employees are reaping the benefits of modern technology. But having the right tools at their disposal is a concern. Office 365 is the familiar suite of products that enables connectivity in the modern mobile world. Customers, suppliers, and employees will feel better served by the feature-rich system Office 365 provides. Read More...

Cloud solutions are known for cutting costs and enabling innovation and agility, but not all cloud solutions are the same. This article discusses four of the fine print strategies you should consider when adopting a cloud solution. Read More...