Oregon State University protects vital research and sensitive data with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender
As research institutions handle growing amounts of sensitive data, the stakes for security have never been higher. This case study shows how Oregon State University used Microsoft Sentinel and Defender to protect vital research, secure data, and reduce risks. Read the story to see how your organization can benefit from…
Joos uses Copilot for Microsoft 365 to grow its brand with worldwide collaboration | Microsoft Customer Stories
Joos's success with Microsoft Copilot demonstrates the power of AI in marketing. This case study details how Copilot improved collaboration, increased efficiency and helped the team focus on strategic initiatives. Read it to learn about its journey and reach out to NCS IT Ltd when you're ready to start yours.…
Cloud Migration Simplified
Migrating to the cloud isn't a one-size-fits-all project. That's why Microsoft created this step-by-step guide "Cloud migration simplified" to help leaders with cloud solutions that are right for their organization's needs. Businesses that migrate to Azure experience 80% cost savings and five times faster performance for workloads like SQL Server.…
Migrate to Innovate: Be AI-ready, Be Secure
The competitive edge is with generative AI, in fact by 2025 generativeAI will be a workforce partner for 90% of companies globally. Implementing AI means stepping up to the cloud. Are you wondering how to balance moving to the cloud with other priorities. Microsoft Azure knows migrating to the cloud…
The unified security platform era is here
As cyber threats grow in complexity, SecOps teams need better visibility and integration across tools. This eBook highlights how unifying your security stack simplifies defenses and improves protection. Download the eBook to learn about practical strategies for reducing vulnerabilities and improving response times. Reach out to NCS IT Ltd for…
A day in the life of a Marketing Manager
Marketing managers often juggle a variety of priorities from creative brainstorming to campaign execution. This infographic walks you through how Microsoft Copilot supports marketing professionals in their daily workflows — helping save time, improve strategy and drive results. View the infographic now to see the possibilities and reach out to…
AI consumption to drive enterprise cloud spending spree
The research firm expects rapid advancement in AI technologies to double the market's size by 2028. Read the article for a detailed analysis of how AI is reshaping enterprise consumption patterns. Among the key insights, is the growth of Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS),…
A CISO’s Guide To Fortifying Your Cybersecurity Posture
With data breaches increasing 78% year-over-year in 2023 and the average cost of a single breach reaching a staggering $4.5 million, the need to implement robust and adaptable cybersecurity strategies has never been more urgent. Here are critical considerations for CISOs as they develop and implement successful AI strategies to…
Joos uses Copilot for Microsoft 365 to grow its brand with worldwide collaboration
Achieving growth while maintaining operational efficiency can be challenging. This customer story shows how Joos used Microsoft Copilot to automate workflows, reduce manual tasks and improve collaboration across their teams. Read the company's story to uncover practical strategies for scaling your operations and contact NCS IT Ltd to learn how…
The Path to AI
SecOps teams are facing a seismic shift as AI accelerates innovation and redefines security challenges. The eBook, "The Path to AI," outlines strategies to prepare your team for emerging threats, securing sensitive data, and navigating regulatory compliance in an AI-driven future. Download this essential guide and learn how Microsoft Security…
A Day in the life of an Operations Manager
Keeping operations running smoothly is no small feat. This infographic illustrates how Microsoft Copilot supports operations managers in their day-to-day tasks, from analyzing manufacturing costs to drafting reports and managing communication. Learn how AI-powered tools can improve efficiency and give you more time for strategic planning. Read the infographic to…
Accelerate AI transformation with strong security
As AI reshapes industries, security teams face complex risks from data leakage to malicious AI applications. The whitepaper, "Accelerate AI Transformation with Strong Security" details strategies for securing AI adoption. Find out how your organization can safeguard sensitive information while leveraging AI for innovation. Download this essential resource to learn…
Del Monte Foods improves system uptime by 99.99%, saves 57% on infrastructure, and reduces security risk by 50%
When leadership at Del Monte Foods Inc. saw that their existing cloud infrastructure was leading to higher maintenance costs, limited scalability and performance bottlenecks, the company turned to Microsoft Azure as a solution. Read this revealing customer story highlighting how Del Monte reduced infrastructure costs and increased system uptime with…
Accelerate AI transformation with strong security
As AI reshapes industries, security teams face complex risks from data leakage to malicious AI applications. The whitepaper, "Accelerate AI Transformation with Strong Security" details strategies for securing AI adoption. Find out how your organization can safeguard sensitive information while leveraging AI for innovation. Download this essential resource to learn…
The 7 Revolutionary Cloud Computing Trends That Will Define Business Success In 2025
explores key developments set to transform the cloud landscape. These trends include the rise of multi-cloud strategies, the integration of artificial intelligence, and the expansion of edge computing. Understanding these advancements is crucial for businesses aiming to leverage cloud technology for future success. Read More...
Microsoft Copilot for Security
'Microsoft Copilot for Security' White Paper, provides insightful data on enhancing cybersecurity operations. The paper reveals that using Copilot within Microsoft Defender XDR environments, professionals and novices alike can significantly improve in both speed and accuracy. Embracing Microsoft Copilot for Security's transformative ability can assist customers in adopting this advanced…
Cybersecurity Lessons Companies Can Learn After Massive Global Windows Outage
By Kelsey Kendall Earlier this month, CrowdStrike's buggy software update crashed many Windows computer systems, causing massive global disruptions to air travel, healthcare and businesses. Airlines are still trying to get back on track, and the outage hit companies with losses that could be in the billions of dollars, according…
Microsoft Copilot for Security In Action
Have you tried Microsoft Copilot for Security? If not, you need to watch this video which explains how Copilot can boost your security posture with features to help detect threats and vulnerabilities, provide analysis and insight, and even suggest "next steps" for security staff to take in a variety of…
A day in the life of an HR manager
Human resource managers spend a lot of time each day answering emails, writing job descriptions, preparing for meetings, drafting reports and doing other routine tasks. AI can help them get those tasks done more effectively and efficiently. In this infographic of a typical day for an HR manager, you'll see…
Canopius enables data & AI innovation by building a strong foundation with Azure
What happens when a worldwide leader in insurance finds that its technology infrastructure is slowing down and preventing future innovation? Find out in this perceptive customer story about how Canopius migrated from dual data centers to the more agile, cost-effective environment of Microsoft Azure. Read More...
Discover the latest Windows 11 Pro hardware innovation
Time is your most valuable resource. This infographic illustrates how Microsoft Copilot can help you enhance your productivity as a business leader, from handling critical issues to crafting impactful presentations. View the infographic to see how AI simplifies workflows, saving time and boosting effectiveness. Contact NCS IT Ltd for tailored…
New Technology: The Projected Total Economic Impact™ of Microsoft Intelligent Data Platform
How can organizations minimize infrastructure costs, automate workflows and deliver new or improved services to customers? With the Microsoft Intelligent Data Platform (MIDP), your organization can benefit from a unified approach that delivers a projected ROI of 95% to 232%. The Forrester Report, New Technology: The Projected Total Economic Impact™…
The New Performance Equation in the Age of AI
Highly engaged employees deliver better results, with organizations seeing measurable financial performance improvements. This infographic reveals three strategies to increase team engagement using Microsoft Copilot. View the infographic to learn more, and reach out to NCS IT Ltd for personalized guidance on integrating Copilot into your business. View: The New…
The Ultimate 2025 New Year’s Resolutions For Tech Leaders
Cyber threats are growing, and businesses are facing rising pressure to safeguard systems while adopting AI and cloud technologies. Tech leaders can get prepared to navigate these challenges and secure their IT environments with the strategies in this article. Commit to transformative resolutions that will redefine your leadership and organizational…
Microsoft Incident Response tips for managing a mass password reset
Passwords are still the most commonly used method of authenticating end users, making them vulnerable to cyberthreats. That's why a robust incident response plan should include a process for doing a mass password reset, especially in the event of a ransomware or other major cyberattack. Unfortunately, password resets are rarely…
Prepare for a company-wide address
Preparing efficiently for company-wide addresses without compromising quality is important. Whether it's summarizing meeting points, drafting a memo or creating presentation slides, Copilot will help you get the job done efficiently. View this infographic for more insights and contact NCS IT Ltd for tailored advice on integrating Copilot into your…
The Total Economic Impact of Microsoft Azure AI
What's the financial impact of using a comprehensive AI solution? If you've wondered about this, read this Forrester analyst report in which six decision makers at five customer organizations were interviewed regarding their experience with Microsoft Azure AI and how it benefited the bottom line. View: The Total Economic Impact…
Microsoft Entra
This datasheet offers a quick overview of the features and capabilities of the Microsoft Entra Suite, including Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Permissions Management, Microsoft Entra Private Access and more. Download your Entra overview and learn how you can improve security while enhancing your end users' experience. View: Microsoft Entra
Paytronix migrates 250 million unique customer profiles to Microsoft Azure within two hours
A major provider of customized digital experiences for restaurant and convenience store guests was exploring the expansion of its services into global markets when it realized it needed a scalable platform that would grow with them. Read this illuminating customer story showing how Paytronix migrated to Microsoft Azure and has…
The Right Way to AI
AI adoption is shaping the future of work at organizations that use it effectively. The blog post, "The Right Way to AI," highlights real-world examples of companies successfully integrating AI into workflows. Read the blog for strategies and insights on implementing AI tools like Microsoft Copilot to improve productivity and…
Microsoft named an overall leader in KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for ITDR
Searching for the best identity threat detection and response (ITDR) service? We're pleased to share the news that Microsoft has been recognized as an overall leader in the Kuppinger Cole Leadership Compass Identity Threat Detection and Response: IAM Meets the SOC. This report looks at Microsoft's strengths in a range…
Microsoft is a leader in the 2023 IDC MarketScape for AI Governance Platforms
There are many AI governance platforms in the marketplace, but only one has been recognized as a Leader in the inaugural IDC MarketScape Worldwide AI Governance Platforms 2023 Vendor Assessment. See why Microsoft was granted this honor in this blog post showing why organizations choose it to scale their AI…
Develop AI applications safely & innovate with confidence using Microsoft Azure Responsible AI tools
With the right solution, your organization can scale AI with confidence and turn responsible AI into a competitive advantage. Watch this instructive video outlining how Microsoft Azure AI tools are built with six responsible AI principles designed to help you safely build the next generation of applications for responsible AI.
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria boosts accessibility with Microsoft Entra ID
Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC), a major university in Spain, needed to replace its on-site Active Directory Federation Services with a cloud-based authentication service to protect it from power outages at the university. In this case study, you'll learn why ULPGC decided to adopt Microsoft Entra ID…
Zero Trust Architecture: Redefining Cybersecurity in the Modern IT Landscape
Operating on the assumption that no entity, whether inside or outside the network, is trusted by default, Zero Trust has emerged as an indispensable security framework in today's ultra dangerous cybersecurity environment. Read the article for a great synopsis of why Zero Trust is the best insurance against a devastating…
The Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Entra
It's difficult to calculate the true costs and benefits of a security solution before you buy. Fortunately, Forrester did it for you. Forrester's Total Economic Impact report on Microsoft Entra ID, a unified identity and access management solution for organizations of all sizes, provides data and insights into the costs…
How to Safeguard your generative AI applications in Azure AI
With Azure AI, you have a convenient one-stop-shop for building generative AI applications and putting responsible AI into practice. Watch this useful video to learn the basics of building, evaluating and monitoring a safety system that meets your organization's unique requirements and leads you to AI success.
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises slices identity by role with Microsoft Entra ID
Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (DPE) has employees around the world, in various job roles and access to different applications and data sources. These global workers are all governed by disparate identity and access management (IAM) solutions, making it more difficult to manage and monitor user access To help simplify the…
The Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Entra
Identity access management (IAM) can have a greater impact on an organization beyond defending against credential theft and other identity-based attacks. In this Forrester Total Economic Impact study, researchers interviewed customers using Microsoft Entra--a cloud-based identity and access management service—to identify the cost and benefits of the Entra family of…
Copilot in PowerPoint: Tell Impactful Stories
PowerPoint presentations are an effective way to convey a message, whether it's the results of a study or the outlines of a new marketing campaign. But to be successful, it requires good organization, clear messaging and thoughtful graphics. Microsoft Copilot in PowerPoint can help users create winning presentations with information,…
Del Monte Foods improves system uptime by 99.99%, saves 57% on infrastructure, and reduces security risk by 50%
When leadership at Del Monte Foods Inc. saw that their existing cloud infrastructure was leading to higher maintenance costs, limited scalability and performance bottlenecks, the company turned to Microsoft Azure as a solution. Read this revealing customer story highlighting how Del Monte reduced infrastructure costs and increased system uptime with…
Simplified Zero Trust security with the Microsoft Entra Suite and unified security operations platform
If you're interested in unified, zero trust security, then Microsoft has some more good news for you. In July, Microsoft announced the general availability of the Microsoft secure access solution Entra Suite and Microsoft's cloud-native security information and event management platform, Sentinel. This article explains the benefits of these two…
Build and implement solutions for nonprofits with Microsoft
Demand for nonprofit services is growing. From preserving clean air and water to fighting malnutrition and cardiovascular disease to delivering disaster relief, there are so many problems that can be solved with technology. Microsoft donated more than $4.7 billion to nearly 400,000 nonprofits worldwide last year. This video highlights a…
Build and implement solutions for nonprofits with Microsoft
Demand for nonprofit services is growing. From preserving clean air and water to fighting malnutrition and cardiovascular disease to delivering disaster relief, there are so many problems that can be solved with technology. Microsoft donated more than $4.7 billion to nearly 400,000 nonprofits worldwide last year. This video highlights a…
NIST Updated Its Cybersecurity Framework. What Does That Mean for Agencies?
Updates by the National Institute of Standards and Technology will offer organizations new tools for risk management, with an emphasis on governance and supply chain security. The updates aimt o provide more comprehensive, flexible, and inclusive approach to cybersecurity, addressing emerging threats and fostering resilience across various industries. Read More...
Zero Trust Essentials
The concept of zero trust in cybersecurity is gaining traction as essential in today's constant flood of cyberattacks and data breaches. In this eBook, you can learn the basics of zero trust and how Microsoft applies it in their cybersecurity solutions. Download your complimentary copy of the "Zero Trust Essentials"…
Adopting a Zero Trust approach is a technology and business imperative
This infographic provides an easy-to-understand overiew of the benefits of a zero trust strategy for your cybersecurity. Zero trust is a "never trust, always verify" strategy to ensures cyber-thieves can't easily gain entrance to your data and applications, even if they have stolen credentials. How does it work? View this…
Get started with Microsoft Copilot with Graph-grounded chat in Microsoft Teams
If you're often spending time searching for the right chat message or trying to summarize a chat discussion, you'll want to try out Microsoft Copilot in Chat. Microsoft Copilot can help you be more productive by bringing together data from your documents, presentations and email in Microsoft Teams. Learn how…
Microsoft Secure Access Solution
Cyber criminals are constantly inventing new and more sophisticated threats, from ransomware cleverly hidden in an email attachment to a multi-phased threat that will sit in your system for weeks letting attackers download data and corrupt files. These threats are a huge risk for your business. In this infographic, you…
The four stages of creating a trust fabric with identity and network security
This interesting article from Microsoft will help you understand the four stages of creating a digital trust "fabric" to strengthen security for your distributed enterprise. Zero trust is an approach to security that continuously monitors and authenticates users and applications to make sure they are, in fact, authorized to access…
The Cybersecurity Burnout Crisis Is Reaching The Breaking Point
CISOs face rising burnout from overwork and evolving cyberthreats. Organizations must invest in resources and support to retain workers and strengthen security defenses. is ready to discuss with you how you can strengthen your organization's security without having to hire new talent or burning out your IT team/ Read More...
Belfius uses Microsoft Azure Machine Learning to help detect fraud and money laundering
When Belfius, a prominent Belgian bank, started using AI and Machine Learning in operations, they struggled to synergize results for monitoring potential illegal activity. What did they do? Read this insightful customer story showing how by using Azure Machine Learning, Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure Databricks Belfius improved development time,…
The Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Entra
CISOs face numerous challenges in identity access management. In this Forrester Total Economic Impact study, researchers interviewed customers using Microsoft Entra - a cloud-based identity and access management service—in order to identify the cost, benefits, flexibility and risk factors that affected their investment decisions. View: The Total Economic Impact™ Of…
Frequently asked questions about Copilot in Microsoft Teams
Copilot for Microsoft Teams can help organize your work in a wide variety of ways. Enabled by AI, Copilot can summarize meeting discussion points, generate answers based on chat histories, and other useful functions. It's like your private meetings assistant. Get the inside scoop on Copilot for Teams in this…
What is machine learning?
Processing mathematical models of data to help a computer learn without direct instruction is how machine learning (ML) is defined. However, as you probably know already, there's so much more to ML. See this instructive website by Microsoft Azure explaining how ML works to solve problems, how it's used in…
How implementing a trust fabric strengthens identity and network
Ensuring that only authorized end users and applications can access your enterprise data is fundamental to strong IT security. But traditional identity access management (IAM) security comes with multiple challenges, including the rise of AI deepfakes and other AI-enabled threats. In this article, Microsoft explains its zero-trust approach to security.…
The power of purpose-built cloud infrastructure
With the cookie cutter cloud model becoming more obsolete due to cloud requirements varying across different businesses and industries, purpose-built cloud-which can be customized to handle specific workloads, ensuring low latency, high throughput, and greater resource utilization-is quickly gaining steam as the superior alternative. Read the article to learn more.…
Copilot in Word | Enhance Your Writing and Design
Copilot in Word transforms every part of the creative process, from developing and editing copy to reworking it for different purposes. Copilot helps you draft briefs speeches, sales letters and marketing copy. Now integrated with Microsoft Designer, Copilot helps you to effortlessly incorporate custom graphics into your document. Watch this…
Microsoft named a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Strategic Cloud Platform Services
In today's rapidly changing tech environment, being recognized by an organization as prestigious as Gartner® calls for a celebration. Read this inspiring blog about how Microsoft was named a Leader in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Strategic Cloud Platform Services. The report showed that Microsoft had gone furthest in…
Canopius enables data & AI innovation by building a strong foundation with Azure
What happens when a worldwide leader in insurance finds that its technology infrastructure is slowing down and preventing future innovation? Find out in this perceptive customer story about how Canopius migrated from dual data centers to the more agile, cost-effective environment of Microsoft Azure. Read More...
What is Microsoft Copilot for Azure
Gain new insights, discover more benefits of the cloud, and orchestrate across both cloud and edge with the new Microsoft Copilot for Azure. Read this informational blog outlining what this innovative solution can do for your organization and it includes a link to give you a free preview. Read More...
Microsoft Copilot for Security
'Microsoft Copilot for Security' White Paper, provides insightful data on enhancing cybersecurity operations. The paper reveals that using Copilot within Microsoft Defender XDR environments, professionals and novices alike can significantly improve in both speed and accuracy. Embracing Microsoft Copilot for Security's transformative ability can assist customers in adopting this advanced…
Microsoft Copilot for Security In Action
Have you tried Microsoft Copilot for Security? If not, you need to watch this video which explains how Copilot can boost your security posture with features to help detect threats and vulnerabilities, provide analysis and insight, and even suggest "next steps" for security staff to take in a variety of…
Build your own copilot with Azure AI Studio
Copilots are quickly becoming known as a unique AI category that gives businesses the opportunity to get products and services quickly to market. Watch this informative video about how your organization can build custom copilots using Azure AI Studio, the platform where you can confidently apply the latest state- of-the-art…
How we’re using ‘chaos engineering’ to make cloud computing less vulnerable to cyber attacks
Cloud computing powers services from transportation and healthcare to streaming services. With nearly 3 in 4 companies going over their estimated cloud budgets, cloud overspend is a serious problem that undermines the cloud's many transformative benefits. Keeping cloud costs in check requires a mix of human and tech solutions outlined…