Microsoft Pours LinkedIn Data onto Dynamics 365 for Sales Organizations
By: Pedro Hernandez Nestled among some major announcements during the Microsoft Inspire conference in Washington D.C. this week was news of updates to its Dynamics 365 cloud enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management package. Microsoft made a splash at the event by pinning down the upcoming availability of hybrid cloud systems powered by its […]
The most valuable cloud computing certifications today
By: Sharon Florentine If one thing is certain in IT, it’s never too late to cash in on the cloud. As the cloud becomes more critical to IT and the business at large, demand for cloud skills will only grow. But proving you have the right skills and knowledge in a competitive job market can […]
3 Predictions for the Future of Marketing Automation
By: Rose de Fremery Marketing automation has become a fundamental tool on which marketers rely to deliver sophisticated, relevant campaigns in an era of changing customer expectations. As the technology matures, what new capabilities and features can we expect to see? Here are three predictions for the future of marketing automation, with some observations on […]
Inspire 2017: Expect an industry-focused, partner-powered Microsoft
By: Dann Anthony Maurno Microsoft on Day 2 of its Inspire 2017 partner conference talked down the importance of out-of-the-box ERP and CRM. “Business applications are no longer the systems of record,” said Microsoft EVP, Worldwide Commercial Business Judson Althoff in his keynote address. If anything, “They are systems of oppression.” If the future is […]
Annexa acquisition of Grant Thornton to drive expansion
By: Peter Dinham Australian cloud software provider Annexa has acquired Grant Thornton Technology Solutions as part of a broader expansion strategy. Annexa says the acquisition of Grant Thornton’s Sydney software division is the next pivotal step in its growth and development. Annexa partner and solutions lead Matthew Owens says, “as a strategic partner with Oracle […]
Nadella Tips Microsoft 365, Rolls Out Azure Stack to Partners
Microsoft is full steam ahead in its plan to combine all of its office productivity applications and business services into a single cloud package. At the Microsoft Inspire partner conference in Washington D.C. this morning, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced new Microsoft 365 Enterprise and Microsoft 365 Business offerings, and general availability of Dynamics 365 […]
Microsoft’s new plan to bring broadband to everyone in the US
By: Roger Cheng Microsoft wants to make sure even the hard-to-reach places in the US have access to speedy internet service. The software titan plans to promote a wireless access technology called “white space,” which figures to be the centerpiece of a speech given by Microsoft President and Chief Legal Officer Brad Smith later today, […]
Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: Web chat for D365; 1st European Biz Edition win; Contract management; Experience management CEO
By: Linda Rosencrance PowerObjects Announces the Release of PowerChat, a PowerPack Add-on for Microsoft Dynamics 365 PowerObjects has rolled out the new PowerChat add-on for Microsoft Dynamics 365, which lets users interact with website visitors from within Dynamics 365 via a customizable chat widget. PowerChat generates a unique script code that can be placed anywhere […]
Inspire 2017: Re-formulated programs aim to accelerate Microsoft cloud business
By: Dann Anthony Maurno Microsoft is pledging this week at Inspire 2017 to make a transition from a “partner led” organization to one that is “partner first.” And with the re-organization that preceded the event, the company is also showing it is transitioning the way Microsoft solutions will compete in the marketplace. As Inspire begins, […]
The hidden pitfalls of going freelance in IT
By: Bob Violino The life of an independent IT contractor sounds attractive enough: the freedom to choose clients, the freedom to set your schedule, and the freedom to set your pay rate while banging out code on the beach. But all of this freedom comes at a cost. Sure, heady times for some skill sets […]