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  1. NTT DATA Launches Global Microsoft Cloud Unit to Accelerate Enterprise AI Transformation

    In a decisive move to stake its claim as a global leader in AI-powered business transformation, NTT DATA has announced the launch of a dedicated global business unit for Microsoft Cloud. This strategic initiative represents an intensification of the long-standing NTT DATA–Microsoft alliance and...
  2. Reply wird priorisierter Partner im Microsoft Copilot Jumpstart Programm für KI-gestützte Geschäftslösungen

    Reply, ein führendes Unternehmen im Bereich der digitalen Dienstleistungen, wurde kürzlich als priorisierter Partner im „Microsoft Copilot Jumpstart Partner Program“ anerkannt. Diese Partnerschaft unterstreicht die wachsende Bedeutung von Künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) in der Geschäftswelt und die...
  3. Microsoft Azure's 15-Year Journey: Long-Term Strategy and Tech Leadership

    In an age where instant results and quarterly targets often dictate business strategy, it is rare to find a technology leader who openly champions the discipline of thinking in decades. This month, as Microsoft Azure marks its 15th anniversary, CEO Satya Nadella has issued a clarion call to...
  4. Kyndryl and Microsoft Launch AI-Driven Acceleration Hub for Digital Transformation

    Kyndryl, a prominent provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, has announced the launch of the Kyndryl Microsoft Acceleration Hub, a collaborative initiative with Microsoft aimed at advancing artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and accelerating digital transformation for...
  5. How AI Is Transforming ERP Systems for Strategic Business Advantage

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, transforming them from traditional back-office tools into dynamic engines of strategic decision-making. Jaco Stoltz, Group CEO at Strategix, emphasizes that AI has become mission-critical for ERP systems...
  6. Microsoft's AI Shift in 2025: Strategic Changes and Workforce Impact

    Microsoft's recent strategic pivot toward artificial intelligence (AI) has led to significant organizational changes, including the layoff of approximately 15,000 employees in 2025. CEO Satya Nadella candidly described this transition as "messy," acknowledging the complexities and challenges...
  7. Microsoft Announces 9,000 Job Cuts as It Embraces AI-First Strategy

    Microsoft's recent decision to lay off approximately 9,000 employees, representing about 4% of its global workforce, has sparked significant discussion within the tech industry. CEO Satya Nadella addressed these layoffs in a company-wide memo, acknowledging the difficulty of such decisions and...
  8. Microsoft Unveils AI Business Solutions Strategy for FY26 to Empower Partners

    Microsoft has unveiled a strategic realignment for its fiscal year 2026 (FY26), integrating Microsoft 365 (M365) and Dynamics 365 (D365) into a unified "AI Business Solutions" area. This move underscores the company's commitment to embedding artificial intelligence (AI) across its product suite...
  9. Microsoft Switzerland Appoints Mohamad Ali Mahfouz as New Area Services Lead to Drive AI and Cloud Transformation

    Microsoft Switzerland’s decision to appoint Mohamad Ali Mahfouz as its new Area Services Lead marks a notable turning point for the company’s Swiss operations and underscores Microsoft’s evolving vision for AI-driven transformation and customer-centric services delivery. This leadership change...
  10. Microsoft's Workforce Cuts and $80B AI Investment Signal Strategic Shift

    In recent months, Microsoft has undertaken significant workforce reductions, laying off approximately 15,000 employees, which accounts for about 4% of its global staff. These layoffs have predominantly affected divisions such as Xbox, sales, and customer service. Notably, the gaming sector...
  11. Microsoft's 2025 AI-Focused Shift: Job Cuts, Strategy, and Industry Impact

    Microsoft's recent decision to lay off approximately 15,000 employees in 2025 marks a significant shift in the company's strategic direction, emphasizing a robust commitment to artificial intelligence (AI). This move not only reflects the tech giant's adaptation to evolving industry demands but...
  12. Microsoft's AI Ecosystem: Driving Enterprise Transformation and Growth

    The artificial intelligence revolution has fundamentally changed how enterprises operate, sparking a global realignment of value and innovation. At the heart of this historic shift is Microsoft, whose AI ecosystem is increasingly recognized as a critical, yet still underappreciated, catalyst for...
  13. Kyndryl Microsoft Acceleration Hub: Accelerating Enterprise AI Transformation

    Kyndryl’s latest initiative, unveiled as the Kyndryl Microsoft Acceleration Hub, marks another strategic deepening in the ongoing partnership between two technology giants focused on AI-driven digital transformation. As enterprise organizations across sectors face mounting pressure to derive...
  14. Replit & Microsoft Partnership: Transforming Enterprise Software Development with AI and Azure Integration

    The landscape of enterprise software development is witnessing a profound transformation as Replit, an agentic software creation platform, enters into a sweeping strategic partnership with Microsoft. This alliance promises to redefine how businesses—from global giants to nimble startups—approach...
  15. Transforming Business with AI-Powered Microsoft Dynamics 365 Solutions

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the landscape of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) systems, with Microsoft Dynamics 365 at the forefront of this transformation. Recent webinars have showcased how AI-powered features within Dynamics 365...
  16. Transforming Business with AI in Microsoft Dynamics 365: ERP and CRM Innovations

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the landscape of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) systems, with Microsoft Dynamics 365 at the forefront of this transformation. Recent webinars and industry events have showcased how AI-powered...
  17. Glanbia’s Successful AI Transformation with Microsoft Copilot: Key Lessons & Impact

    Glanbia, a global nutrition leader, faced a pivotal digital transformation challenge as it looked to leverage the latest wave of AI-powered productivity tools. The organization’s journey with Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365, documented through collaboration with PwC Ireland, offers a...
  18. From Hype to Reality: A Business Leader’s Guide to Strategic AI Implementation

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept reserved for tech giants and research labs—it’s now the heart of digital transformation across every sector. For business leaders, the conversation has advanced far beyond the basic question of whether to adopt AI. Today, the focus...
  19. Replit and Microsoft Partnership Revolutionizes No-Code Enterprise Software

    Replit and Microsoft have ignited a significant shift in the enterprise software landscape by announcing a strategic partnership focused on no-code development. This alliance aims to empower business professionals—regardless of their technical background—to create, deploy, and manage...
  20. Replit and Microsoft Partnership Empowers Business Teams to Build Apps with Natural Language on Azure

    Replit, a leading agentic software creation platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft to bring its innovative "vibe coding" approach to enterprise customers through Microsoft Azure. This collaboration aims to democratize application development by enabling business teams...