Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or looking to scale existing solutions, Day One of our Microsoft Virtual Roadshow will help you understand where you stand, what tools and tactics are available, and how to align Microsoft’s powerful technologies—like Copilot, Azure AI, Power Platform, and Microsoft Fabric—with your business goals. Join us as we explore the trends, tackle the challenges, and showcase the breakthroughs that are shaping the future of intelligent, data-driven organizations.
Agenda
1:00PM-1:15PM: Welcome and Introduction
Kick off the day with a brief overview from eGroup Enabling Technologies, setting the stage for what you can expect throughout the afternoon.
1:15PM-1:45PM: Data & AI Trends + AI Maturity Model
We’ll discuss trends, common challenges, and key opportunities organizations face when leveraging AI. Learn how to assess where you are on the AI journey and what it takes to move forward with confidence by leveraging proven strategies to prepare your organization for AI adoption, as well as insights on how others are approaching this transformation to meet their unique goals.
Key challenges and opportunities in leveraging Data and AI
The AI Maturity model – AI is a journey, not a destination
How we help our clients find the best solutions for their unique challenges
Best practices for preparing your organization for AI adoption
1:45PM-2:30PM: Agents, Agents, Agents
Curious about how Generative AI is transforming the way we work? Explore the growing role of AI agents in driving productivity, personalization, and innovation across your organization. We’ll cut through the noise to help you understand an effective approach to AI, what’s needed to safely harness its power, and how you can start building your own intelligent agents.
Overview of Microsoft’s Generative-AI solutions
Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio and Azure AI Foundry – Do I Need all Three?
Securing your content for use with Generative AI
Demo: Building and configuring custom agents
2:30PM–3:15PM: Azure AI Services – Not All AI is Generative AI
How can AI drive real results beyond the hype of generative tools? We’ll discuss practical applications of Azure AI that solve real-world challenges, emphasizing the importance of strong process design. See it all in action with a live demo of a purpose-built AI solution that transforms document processing workflows.
Overview of Azure AI Services capabilities
Grounding AI solutions in good process design
Demo: Review a custom-built Azure AI Document Intelligence solution
3:15PM-4:00PM: Power Platform – Building Application and Automation Wrappers for your AI
Unlock the full potential of AI in your organization by wrapping it in custom apps and workflows—without heavy coding. Explore strategies for balancing centralized governance while empowering teams to build their own solutions, helping you accelerate innovation and maintain control.
Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform and its components
Centralizing vs Democratizing “low code” development in your organization
How to deploy effective custom AI solutions
Demo: Creating a simple solution with the Power Platform
4:00PM-4:45PM: Data Modernization – Microsoft Fabric, Data Governance, and Building a Data Modernization Strategy
Modernizing your data can unlock new insights, drive smarter decisions, and simplify your data. Whether you’re looking to optimize reporting, streamline governance, or design a scalable modernization roadmap, this session will provide the clarity and direction you need to get started.
Introduction to Microsoft Fabric and its capabilities: a new home for Power BI
Deciphering Fabric pricing and the platform’s value proposition
Designing a Data Modernization strategy – 2 options to explore
4:45PM-5:00PM: Q&A and Closing Remarks
Recap of key points from the session
Next steps and resources for further learning
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