cloud analytics

Point B’s announcement that it has been named a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Data & AI (Azure) and awarded the Analytics on Microsoft Azure specialization marks a purposeful deepening of the firm’s cloud analytics practice—and it arrives at a moment when Microsoft’s partner credentials carry...

Point B’s announcement that it has been named a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Data & AI (Azure) and awarded the Analytics on Microsoft Azure specialization signals a deliberate deepening of the firm’s Azure analytics practice—and it arrives at a moment when Microsoft’s partner credentials...

Point B's announcement that it has earned the Microsoft Solutions Partner for Data & AI (Azure) designation with a formal Analytics on Microsoft Azure specialization marks a deliberate deepening of its Microsoft alliance and a visible signal to clients that it’s doubling down on enterprise-grade...

Microsoft’s latest unveiling of Azure Storage Discovery in public preview has captured the attention of IT professionals and cloud architects alike. Promising an unprecedented approach to visibility over sprawling Blob Storage deployments, this tool, now available to all Azure users, marks a...

Microsoft’s unveiling of Azure Storage Discovery—with deep integration of Copilot’s natural language capabilities—marks a pivotal advancement in the management of cloud data estates. Announced on August 6, the new fully managed service enters public preview with a strategic mission: to create a...

A thriving, forward-looking metropolis is judged not only by its skyline or population growth but by its ability to harness its data for public good. For one major Canadian city, aspirations went far beyond business-as-usual. Motivated by the drive to maintain and enhance its global municipal...

In a move set to reshape the cloud database landscape, Oracle and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have deepened their partnership, enabling Oracle’s flagship database services to run natively within AWS data centers. The initial rollout covers key regions in Oregon and Northern Virginia, with...

In the fast-evolving landscape of digital transformation, the capacity to extract actionable insights from vast, distributed data remains a critical differentiator for organizations across industries. For many UK enterprises, finding a trusted partner capable of architecting and executing...

Elastic has announced the general availability of Elastic Cloud Serverless on Microsoft Azure, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of cloud-based search and analytics solutions. This development enables developers and enterprises to deploy powerful generative AI, search, security...

The landscape of enterprise finance is undergoing a technological renaissance, driven by rapidly advancing artificial intelligence, automation, and cloud-powered analytics. At the forefront of this transformation stands Genpact’s recently launched AP Suite—an agentic, AI-first service platform...

In the race to define the future of cloud computing, two giants consistently lead the pack: Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. As we move into 2025, the question facing IT professionals, data engineers, and technology enthusiasts isn’t just which provider dominates headlines, but...

In a significant move to bolster cloud-based analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, Microsoft and Databricks have announced an extension of their strategic partnership, focusing on enhancing Azure Databricks services. This collaboration aims to provide organizations with a...

Cloud cost management is rapidly transforming from a reactive, after-the-fact discipline to a cornerstone of proactive IT strategy. Increasing demands for sustainability, transparency, and value have forced organizations to reevaluate both how they spend and why. In this context, Microsoft’s May...

The Detroit Grand Prix, a marquee event on the INDYCAR calendar, is more than a showcase of speed—it’s increasingly a stage for technological innovation fueled by deep partnerships between industry titans. This year, Siemens will take on the role of primary partner for Marcus Ericsson’s No. 28...

As enterprises worldwide grapple with rapidly evolving digital landscapes, Microsoft’s latest move to embed real-time blockchain data into its analytics ecosystem marks a bold stride towards the fusion of traditional and decentralized technologies. Through a strategic partnership with crypto...

Cloud infrastructure costs can spiral rapidly and unpredictably, especially as organisations scale their investments in platforms like Microsoft 365 and Azure. Despite the promise of flexibility and efficiency, hidden inefficiencies—such as underutilised licences, dormant virtual machines, and...

Informatica has recently announced a series of integrations with Microsoft's Azure ecosystem, aiming to enhance data management capabilities for enterprises leveraging cloud analytics and artificial intelligence (AI). These developments were unveiled at Microsoft Ignite, the annual conference...

The stage at the SAS Innovate conference in Orlando recently saw a powerful double act: SAS CEO Jim Goodnight and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Their joint appearance underscored a pivotal moment in the relationship between artificial intelligence, analytics, and enterprise decision-making. For...

The digital transformation of enterprise IT landscapes is reaching a critical inflection point. As organizations grapple with the spiraling costs and complexities of legacy environments, the need for streamlined, secure, and future-proofed modernization is more urgent than ever. In this...

Microsoft’s Azure platform has once again seized the spotlight in the fiercely competitive cloud services sector, reporting a remarkable 34% year-over-year growth rate for the latest quarter. This achievement places Microsoft firmly ahead of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud, its two...