Author: Angell, Christopher Michael

Contrary to what you may believe, technology is neither the point, nor the primary driver of digital transformation. People, processes, and a shift in mindset are key. As such, the most strategic department for true digital transformation in an organization is the HR department.

HR affects and shapes company culture. And for businesses to go digital, HR must not only digitally transform itself to improve the employee experience, but also educate, empower, and transform the workforce to improve the end-customer experience.

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Drive innovation with insights to engage customers, empower employees, and transform business solutions.

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The world has changed dramatically due to the global health crisis. Organizations have had to quickly shift focus and give users remote access to their corporate desktops and important applications. Many have turned to Windows Virtual Desktop, built on Azure, to quickly provision and scale virtual desktops and applications faster than was previously possible.

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The most popular Surface laptop available, the Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is definitely equipped for government use! With modern USB-A and USB-C ports for better connectivity, it also authenticates to your networks with the FIPS 201-compliant IOGEAR Smart Card Reader Hub for Surface, which allows you to connect additional peripheral devices while providing necessary security.

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As IoT devices become increasingly more intertwined in our modern lives, we must come to terms with the fact that each device represents a potential risk for stolen or compromised data. Cybercriminals are constantly looking for new targets to exploit, and unprotected IoT devices are an especially vulnerable way for hackers to tap into our personal and business accounts and cause major damage. It’s critical for organizations to minimize potential security breaches by leveraging enterprise-grade network security and protecting employee-owned devices through secure BYOD programs.

In this article, you’ll learn about the top 10 devices that hackers can potentially use to compromise your business. You’ll also get insights into how these devices can be shielded against prying eyes.

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The Atlantic is using Azure AI to preserve 160 years of published history. Specifically, the Atlantic is using Azure Cognitive Search to transition from hard copy to a digital system where its archives can be perused by the public. Writers can use these services as a resource to build connections between stories and enrich their content.

GE is transforming from an industrial leader to a digital industrial leader, using software and sensors to make its machines connected, responsive, and pred…

Is maintaining both hardware and software a challenge for your organization? Focus on the work that’s important and leave the details to Microsoft. By using Microsoft Device as a Service offerings, your org can use the best Surface devices while Microsoft manages the rest.

Surface offers an additional layer of protection, called Surface Enterprise Management Mode (SEMM). This is especially useful for situations where there may be public access to a Surface device. IT administrators can secure and manage firmware settings; SEMM also uses a certificate to protect the configuration from unauthorized tampering or removal. Examples of firmware that can be disable include docking USB ports, on-board audio, SD card slots, cameras, Bluetooth, and more!

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Windows Virtual Desktop is a comprehensive desktop and app virtualization service running on the cloud. It is the only service that delivers simplified management, multi-session Windows 10, optimizations for Office 365 ProPlus, and support for Remote Desktop Services environments. With Windows Virtual Desktop, you can deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes, with built-in security and compliance.