The charitable arm of Derby County Football Club in the UK, Derby County Community Trust (DCCT), is committed to protecting the privacy of its members and the organizations with which they collaborate. As a result, when one of its employees was the target of a phishing attack, the company acted quickly to protect its data and participants’ identities in the 40 different active projects they run. Thanks to Microsoft security technologies like Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, and Microsoft Endpoint Manager, DCCT was able to secure its data and devices while lowering costs and inefficiencies. Check out the customer success story and learn about how DCCT overcame it security challenges across all its devices and endpoints. Read More...

Endpoints are the new workplace, so keeping them up to date with Microsoft 365 and its security cloud is more important than ever. Microsoft 365 is the best endpoint modernization solution, with a wide range of Surface and OEM partner devices, new hybrid work capabilities with Windows 11, complete endpoint management with Microsoft Endpoint Manager, endpoint security powered by Defender for Endpoint, and collaboration apps in Office & Teams. Sign up to stay connected. We’ll help you with your endpoint modernization journey. Read More...

An endpoint is any device that connects to the corporate network from either within or outside its security system. Examples of endpoint devices include laptops, tablets, mobile devices, digital printers, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and so much more. To ensure the security of the network and all associated assets, such as corporate data, customer information, intellectual property (IP) and other sensitive information, all devices need to be formally screened, authenticated, and monitored through an endpoint management tool. Read a thought leadership article that breaks down the main tasks of an IT professional—an ever more important job—and why it’s so imperative to get the right tools and solutions in place. Read More...

Today’s workforce is distributed and elastic. Users want technology that is familiar, easy to use, and always available so they can work and create fluidly across devices and locations. The Windows 365 cloud PC combines the flexibility and simplicity of a PC with the power and security of the cloud. Discover a completely virtualized computing environment where you can stream your Windows experience from Microsoft’s cloud to any device you need. Look at the infographic illustrating how end users, business, and IT pros can benefit from Hybrid Windows. Sign up to stay connected and learn more. We’ll help you discover more features and tools in Windows 365 to improve your business in today’s hybrid world. Read More...

Organizations are aware of the need for modernizing the way they monitor and maintain the increasing number and type of endpoints their employees use to complete their jobs successfully. This white paper outlines how to address key customer challenges—including how to discuss the benefits and costs of making changes to their security stack, and what Microsoft solutions can offer for support. Sign up to stay in touch and download the Forrester research e-book “The Total Economic Impact™ of Modernizing Endpoints.” When it’s time to reimagine your business and gain the competitive edge you need, we can help. Read More...

REI Co-op, the nation's biggest retailer of camping gear, apparel, and equipment with over 20 million members and 15,000 employees, turned to solutions like Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Surface Hub, and Microsoft Rooms after selling their campus during the pandemic and committing to fully remote and hybrid workplace. In this customer success video, see how REI Microsoft Endpoint Manager is a key component of the company's mobile device security strategy. After switching to Microsoft 365, employees could use personal devices securely. And, their new systems for collaboration fall right in line with their mission for sustainability and inclusivity. Read More...

Change is the only constant in our evolving world of modern work. An update is required to adopt better versions of ourselves. In terms of technology, the next target is Windows 11.  Windows 11 provides the best productivity and collaboration experience, and it's never been easier to get it on any device. It is secure and simple to deploy, manage, and update—saving you time and money. Check out the options for maximum flexibility in this illustrated infographic. (Don’t forget to click on the link for the Microsoft keynote address on how Windows is powering the future of hybrid work!) Sign up to stay connected. We’ll help you discover new possibilities with the new and improved features of Windows 11. Read More...

Today’s users are looking for more ways to remain productive while working on any device. 90% of organizations anticipate more usage on their existing cloud platforms than in previous years. Endpoint modernization provides the tools needed to efficiently manage mobile, desktop, and virtual endpoints while providing safe access to business resources from anywhere in the world. Find out how far Microsoft can take your business. Sign up to stay connected and learn more. Read More...

A lot has changed in a short amount of time. Before the pandemic, office workers bound to their corporate PCs gazed in envy upon freelancers typing away at coffee shops, but it turns out working from a laptop is not always so great—especially when it comes to security issues like unsafe public Wi-Fi leading to data breaches and cyberattacks. An endpoint strategy is defined as determining rules for compliance with security policy and policies to limit access to non-compliant endpoints through segregation on a VPN or removal of access permissions. This Forbes article examines how business leaders are focusing on unified endpoint management (UEM) solutions for remote workers. This article examines some of the challenges IT leaders may face when implementing them. Read More...

When Expedia Group sought to simplify costs and reduce license costs, yet improve collaboration, productivity, and security, it turned to Microsoft OneDrive, adding SharePoint sites for teams. With nearly half of its 25,000 employees seamlessly migrated to date, Expedia Group offers its employees a deluxe fare to a streamlined environment. Watch this video to get the full story and learn about new ways Microsoft can help your company become more productive. Read More...

Hybrid work is here to stay. Organizations require an operating system that allows them to work effectively from anywhere on the planet. Windows 11 introduces features that improve the way you work and collaborate. And because customer experience is now more important than ever, it provides a more streamlined, more personalized computing experience without sacrificing performance, security, or manageability. You can achieve your goals with Windows 11 built-in assistance features. Sign up to stay connected. We’ll help you in your modern work journey. Read More...

Toyota's business philosophy of "kaizen" (continuous improvement) encourages the company to strive for excellence through constant adaptation and modernization. Toyota now offers innovative training, repair support, and advanced visualizations thanks to Microsoft's mixed reality technology. By using Microsoft’s mixed reality applications on HoloLens 2, Toyota has transformed and improved how its technicians work and provide services using Azure, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and Dynamics 365. Get the details in this customer success story about how the company continues to attract talent to its dealerships by demonstrating how technicians use innovative technology—resulting in significant cost savings. Read More...

The approach to modernizing endpoints is realized with Microsoft 365—and Microsoft Zero Trust is the model for security. With Zero Trust in place, employees can perform from anywhere in the world while maintaining tight control over core security needs. Let the Microsoft intelligent security cloud and endpoint leadership be your guide. Take a look at this infographic and advance your journey toward the Zero Trust model. Read More...

In today’s fragmented technology environment, it’s important for leaders to support the frontline workforce with a customized user experience. Microsoft Endpoint Manager plays an important role in large scale projects requiring a secure environment to operate efficiently, such as with RealWear’s assisted reality wearable device—controlled by using simple voice commands, which frees the hands for the job. Its reliable features enable businesses to configure, manage and gather data from their devices with simple security and device management. Read More...

Growing concerns about employee experiences—including securing mobile devices and working with flexibility—call for endpoint modernization. The value in Microsoft 365 is its innovation in secure, cloud-connected management as well as its awareness of employee satisfaction (including the acceleration of onboarding of all workers). Take stock in your endpoint estate and start using modern products like Cloud Configuration and Endpoint Manager to manage Windows devices on-premises today. Review this infographic and discover the key components that enable unified device management. Read More...

Today’s transforming business scenario calls for an innovative approach. With a higher number of hybrid employees and a growing frontline base, it’s more important than ever to secure endpoints, especially mobile. You can future-proof your business and mitigate risks with Microsoft 365. Key capabilities of products like Endpoint Manager, Microsoft Defender, and Azure Active Directory include broad device support, automatic enrollment, configured shared devices, custom device experiences, and more. Review the infographic to learn how to implement and protect every endpoint for remote and hybrid staff and frontline workers. Read More...

When everything is moving so fast, and you are constrained by time and resources, it can be difficult to stop and think about the business systems that your operations rely on. Business continuity and success depend on effective operations, productivity, quality, speed, and the customer experience that you deliver. Connect your data across all lines of business in your organization—from financials to sales, services to projects, and even across warehousing, supply chain, and manufacturing. A modern solution can enable real-time data access, visibility, and insights across your entire company. Sign up to stay in touch and download the e-book “Savvy SMB Leader’s ERP Buyers Guide.” When it’s time to digitally reimagine your business and gain the competitive edge you need, we can help. Read More...

Today’s workers require adaptability since they often use various devices to accomplish tasks. Microsoft cloud, apps, and endpoints combine services you may already be using, such as Microsoft Intune, which are part of the Microsoft 365 stack designed to help secure access, protect data, and respond and manage risk. Use Endpoint Manager to deploy and configure apps to keep teams connected, apply Azure Virtual Desktop for fast, familiar access to internal resources, access Surface Hub to support a vast device ecosystem, and secure conditional access to mobile apps with Azure Active Directory. Read More...

This tutorial gives an overview of how to implement active directory group membership-based permissions in an app. Follow the steps to get a blueprint for implementing any custom connector in the Power Apps environment. Start here: Read More...

Being truly successful at digital transformation means understanding how change affects the people who do the work. Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a powerful tool for connecting workstreams and improving business outcomes, but first you should see how change management techniques—such as a structured plan with executive sponsorship—can maximize your success. Employees should understand the impact and benefits of the change, plus have clear guidance. This will help you move to a culture where digital innovation comes first. Read More...