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Send emails via SMTP relay with Azure Communication Services

June 25, 2024

This guide helps you in configuring SMTP relay and send emails from your custom application without any change to the application/code.

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Microsoft Copilot for Security Attains ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018 Certifications

June 6, 2024

Microsoft Copilot for Security, the first Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) security solution, has earned the prestigious ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018 certifications.

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From Paper to Pixels: Azure AI in Historical Document Digitization and Translation

July 16, 2024

The journey from paper to pixels has never been more accessible or efficient, thanks to Azure Document Intelligence and Azure OpenAI.

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Portal extension for Azure Firewall with DDoS protection

July 18, 2024

The new Azure Firewall flow creation process represents a significant step forward in network security.

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Updated Power Platform Licensing Guide

July 10, 2024

There’s an updated (July 2024) Power Platform Licensing Guide with just a couple of changes.

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Mid-size orgs: Your Enterprise Agreement days are numbered

June 20, 2024

Microsoft may finally be ready to officially impose a higher user/device requirement to qualify for an Enterprise Agreement (EA). What should 'Level A' EA customers expect?

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Four steps to Azure cost optimization:
Identify and address your biggest spend risks.

July 10, 2024
Here are the steps you should take to optimize Azure spend and usage, as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

Microsoft Entra: Secure identities against today’s threats:
SHI’s certified consultants help strengthen your security posture

July 1, 2024
With Microsoft Entra, SHI’s certified consultants can help strengthen your security posture.

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?

Unlock hidden potential: How a strategic Microsoft partner empowers your success:
Where does your Microsoft experience rank?

May 29, 2024
Is your Microsoft experience more of a struggle than a victory? It’s easy to change direction.

How to use Copilot in Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and more:
Work smarter across your entire Microsoft 365 workflow with these expert tips.

May 17, 2024
Learn how Copilot lets you work smarter across Teams, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint with these expert tips.

Here’s why AI literacy is easily the best thing you’re not doing:
The missing piece that will boost proficiency and maximize returns

April 17, 2024
Leave digital stagnancy in the rearview mirror. Propel your organization forward with AI literacy.
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