Data Archive
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Data Analytics at Microsoft (SME roundtable January 2017)
Posted on February 11, 2017 | No CommentsIT Showcase brought together subject matter experts to answer questions about how Microsoft IT uses data analytics at Microsoft. In this session, they discuss trends in data management, the value […] -
Analyzing Azure inventory data to optimize resources and reduce risk (Technical Case Study)
Posted on January 1, 2017 | No CommentsTo better manage and secure our Microsoft Azure resources, Microsoft IT created an Azure asset inventory that provides a consolidated view of all the Azure subscriptions and resources at Microsoft. […] -
Using IoT devices and data analytics to create a safe workplace at Microsoft (Technical Case Study)
Posted on December 27, 2016 | No CommentsFor workplace safety in more than 800 buildings and 190 countries/regions, Microsoft Global Security and Microsoft IT take advantage of the Internet of Things and monitor the health of 25,000 […] -
Data analytics and smart buildings increase comfort and energy efficiency (Technical Case Study)
Posted on December 26, 2016 | No CommentsFor workplace comfort, the equipment in cooling and heating facilities needs to work properly. Accurately predicting when this expensive equipment is likely to fail helps lower operational costs and increase […] -
Azure Logic Apps streamline marketing data integration (Technical Case Study)
Posted on December 16, 2016 | No CommentsTo support marketing efforts, Microsoft IT manages data orchestration for more than 120 data sources, many of which are hosted in Azure. Integrating data from disparate sources into custom data […] -
Exploring top features of SQL Server 2016 that enable BI solutions and improve data insights (Webinar)
Posted on December 15, 2016 | No CommentsAs an early adopter of SQL Server 2016, Microsoft IT identified four features and enhancements that have the potential to increase productivity for people who design, develop, and maintain critical […] -
Creating a dashboard to analyze and visualize your data in Excel 2016 (Productivity Guide)
Posted on July 20, 2016 | No CommentsLearn how to plan and create a dashboard with Microsoft Excel 2016 in Office 365. A dashboard can make it easier to collect, analyze, and share your data; giving you […] -
Protecting and managing Microsoft data with SharePoint governance (Business Case Study)
Posted on July 5, 2016 | No CommentsMicrosoft IT manages a complex SharePoint environment that includes hundreds of internal portals, various search experiences, corporate taxonomy, and internal applications—as well as support for sharing and collaboration. Building on […] -
Consolidating customer feedback into data visualizations promotes action (TechNet Radio)
Posted on June 21, 2016 | No CommentsStefan Kummert explains why it was nearly impossible for Microsoft IT to analyze internal customer satisfaction data about its applications and services to create actionable next steps. He shares how […] -
Protecting data with Windows 7 BitLocker (Productivity Guide)
Posted on June 11, 2016 | No CommentsMicrosoft BitLocker Drive Encryption technology uses the strongest publicly available encryption to protect your computer’s data, and prevents others from accessing your disk drives without authorization. Additionally, the BitLocker To […]