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Blair Loveland
Sr. Product Marketing Manager – Microsoft
Blair Loveland worked at SHI from 2022-2025.
Recent Content by Blair Loveland
Windows 10 end of support is almost here. What’s your ITAM strategy?:
EOS deadlines underscore a broader challenge: comprehensive IT asset management (ITAM).
May 9, 2025
As Windows 10 end of support looms, you need a plan. Strategic ITAM can safeguard your Microsoft investment.
Do your Microsoft IoT devices go end of support soon? Don’t take this risk:
Most organizations schedule laptop and desktop upgrades on a regular cadence. But many forget to plan a refresh roadmap for their Internet of Things devices.
April 21, 2025
Your Windows 11 migration looks complete. But what about the IoT devices hiding in plain sight?
How to use Copilot in Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and more:
Work smarter across your entire Microsoft 365 workflow with these expert tips.
October 25, 2024
Learn how Copilot lets you work smarter across Teams, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint with these expert tips.
Real talk: Is Microsoft 365 still relevant now that Teams is out?:
[Spoiler alert] Yes, yes it is.
June 3, 2024
Microsoft 365 remains a powerhouse, even without Teams. But what does this licensing change mean for you?
NP-Who? Meet the new hardware powering AI in the workplace:
With NPUs and Copilot+ PCs, an entirely new category of Windows devices has arrived. Here’s what that means for you.
May 20, 2024
NPU-powered Copilot+ PCs are an entirely new category of Windows devices. Here’s what that means for you.
It’s true: Teams is not part of Microsoft 365 anymore. What’s your next step?:
We break down these massive Microsoft licensing changes and review your options.
April 12, 2024
Microsoft Teams is no longer packaged with Microsoft 365. How will this impact your organization?
Why the right Microsoft partner is key to your success:
Here’s a helpful checklist to consider when looking for your next Microsoft partnership
March 22, 2024
Here’s a helpful checklist of important considerations when looking for your next Microsoft partner.
Weighing the costs and benefits of Microsoft Extended Security Updates:
When to avoid Microsoft ESUs and when they might be a strategic stopgap measure
March 20, 2024
Microsoft ESUs may seem tempting, but they come with hidden costs and risks that can stifle IT modernization.
Say hello to SQL Server 2022: How to upgrade easily and maintain support:
Catch up on what’s new and what to do next if you’re running a previous SQL version
February 21, 2024
Catch up on what’s new with SQL Server 2022 and what to do next if you’re running an older SQL version.
Still running Windows 8.1? 3 steps you should take to protect yourself:
Windows 8.1 extended support reached EOL, and Windows 10 end of support is coming
December 1, 2023
Windows 8.1 extended support reached EOL, and Windows 10 end of support is coming – your security can’t wait.
