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Microsoft Innovation Podcast

Mark Smith [nz365guy]

If you want to get your ideas or questions featured on an episode, please leave us a voicemail: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/voicemail/Dive into the future of work with the "Microsoft Innovation Podcast," exploring the intersection of People, Business, Technology, and AI. Engage with expert guests—including thought leaders from Microsoft, industry innovators, and community specialists—who are redefining the world with advancements in AI, Cloud technologies, the Power Platform, Dynamics

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32:35

Redefining IT Projects: From Traditional Contracts to...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/08/06

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/579 Say goodbye to the traditional IT project! The tech industry's landscape is rapidly changing, pushing past long-term contracts to embrace agile and continuous collaborations. Join Anna, Mark, and Chris as they explore this transformation, sharing humorous and insightful anecdotes—like Chris's memorable Government Day laptop mishap—to illustrate the move from isolated projects to ongoing managed services. They're...

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34:43

From Teaching to Tech Leadership: Sean Astrakhan's...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/578 Unlock the secrets to becoming a top-tier solutions architect with our special guest Sean Astrakhan, a team lead for solution architecture at Microsoft and a celebrated YouTuber course creator. Join us as Sean takes us through his fascinating career journey, from teaching to engineering, while sharing his love for Mexican cuisine and diverse dance genres like salsa, merengue, and hip hop. Discover how his intern...

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32:53

From Bangalore to London: Saurabh Bharti's Journey...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/577 What role do food, family, and fun play in shaping an IT professional's life? Discover the captivating world of Saurabh Bharti, a seasoned Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations consultant hailing from the UK, as he takes us on a flavorful journey through his Indian heritage. From exploring London's diverse Indian food scene to unravelling the rich tapestry of Indian politics and culture, Saurabh's stories offe...

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38:43

Cloud Technology Down Under: Navigating Global Trade,...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/30

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/576 How can smaller economies like New Zealand and Australia keep up with the cloud technology revolution? Join us on this episode of the Power Platform Show as we uncover the unique dynamics of adopting Microsoft Power Platform in these less densely populated regions. We promise insights into how population density and economic size shape technological adoption and business culture, and debunk the myths surrounding...

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36:11

Revolutionizing Data Management with Fabric,...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/29

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/575 Unlock the power of data transformation in our latest episode as we chat with Scott Sewell, a Principal Program Manager at Microsoft, who shares his journey from the bustling streets of Manhattan to the serene landscapes of Tennessee. Scott's evolution from a Dynamics CRM expert to a Power BI advocate provides a fascinating backdrop for our discussion on the significance of turning transactional data into impactful re...

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23:49

Michael Roth on Power Platform Governance and...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/24

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/574Unlock the secrets to navigating an unconventional tech career as we sit down with Michael Roth from Germany, a manager of Experience Tech at Avanade and a Power Platform governance MVP. From educational science to IT consulting, Michael’s journey is anything but typical. He takes us through his transformation, sharing the pivotal experiences and influential mentors that guided him. Hear the story behind his first proj...

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38:24

Celebrity Encounters and Anchor Apps: A Hilarious...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/23

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/573 Have you ever had a brush with fame on a train or bumped into royalty at a bookstore? Join us for a laughter-filled episode of the Power Platform Show where William Dorrington, Andrew Welch, and I, Mark Smith, share our hilarious celebrity encounters, featuring stories about Ryan Cunningham, Kevin McLeod, and even a chance meeting with Queen Elizabeth. Amid our humorous banter, we introduce the intriguing concep...

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28:45

Boosting Developer Efficiency with Power Platform...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/22

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/572What if you could effortlessly manage your development infrastructure while ensuring robust security and compliance? Join us as we sit down with Raphael Pothin, a Lead Power Platform Reliability Engineer at Manulife, who is revolutionizing governance processes and streamlining administrative tasks with the Power Platform. Raphael shares his passion for DevOps and dives into the game-changing potential of the Terraform ...

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19:56

Building Community and Expertise in Global Consulting...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/17

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/571Unlock the secrets of becoming a Microsoft MVP with our guest Tomas Riha, a seasoned business process automation consultant from Prague. Tomas' journey is anything but ordinary, starting from his early days with SharePoint and Nintex, evolving to his current specialization in Power Automate and M365. Tomas doesn't just talk tech; he shares his life beyond the screen, including his new passion for salsa dancing and five...

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45:59

Dispelling AI Myths and Embracing Technological...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/16

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/570 Can AI truly understand and manipulate our realities without us noticing? Join us on this exploration of artificial intelligence as we challenge prevalent fears and misconceptions, often stoked by media sensationalism. Chris emphasizes the importance of educating organizations to dispel these myths and highlights the productivity-boosting capabilities of tools like Microsoft's Co-Pilot. We also delve into the im...

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33:48

From .NET to Power Platform: Scott Durow's...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/15

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/569 What happens when a seasoned .NET developer shifts gears to embrace low-code solutions? Scott Durow, a Power Platform and Cloud Developer Advocate at Microsoft, shares his transformative journey from traditional coding to adopting the Power Platform. We delve into the evolution of Microsoft's business applications and the essential resources needed for professional developers to transition smoothly to Power Plat...

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25:53

From Iran to MVP: Alireza Eshaghzadeh’s Journey in...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/568 Curious about what it takes to become a tech MVP? Join us as we sit down with Alireza Eshaghzadeh, a distinguished senior business consultant from Oslo, Norway, whose journey from Iran to Norway is nothing short of inspirational. In this episode, Alireza recounts his educational adventures in Trondheim, where he pursued a master's degree in global production management, leading him to excel in Microsoft Dynamics...

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30:13

Navigating the Roles of Solution Architects and...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/08

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/567 Discover the critical distinctions between solution architects and enterprise architects in today's tech ecosystems with our special guest, Andrew. This episode of the Power Platform Show unpacks the challenges of integrating diverse technologies in Microsoft business applications, Azure, and M365. You'll gain insights into why the concept of being "technology agnostic" is often impractical and how a solid techni...

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26:22

From Model Railroads to Azure Architect: Barret...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/04

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/566 What happens when a childhood passion for model railroading and computers evolves into a top-tier career in technology? Join us as we sit down with Barret Blake, an Azure Solution Architect from Columbus, Ohio, who was awarded MVP status in 2023. Barret takes us on a journey through his life, sharing personal stories about his family, his love for cooking, and the pivotal moments that led him from a professional devel...

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40:46

From Data Enthusiast to Microsoft MVP: Julie...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/07/02

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/565 Unlock the secrets of enterprise data management with insights from Microsoft’s own Julie Koesmarno, a principal product manager in Dataverse. Julie's extraordinary journey from database enthusiast to MVP, and now a key player at Microsoft, will leave you inspired. From her passion for ice cream and travel to her innovative projects within Charles Lamanna's Business Applications Platform Group, Julie’s story is ...

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18:45

Infectious Enthusiasm for SharePoint and Beyond:...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/06/27

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/564 Meet Belgium's latest MVP, Anouck Fierens, who brings her infectious enthusiasm for SharePoint, Microsoft Viva, and the Power Platform to our show. We chat about her ascent to MVP status in 2024 and how her journey evolved from developer to low-code/no-code aficionado. Anouck opens up about her personal passions, from her commitment to charity to her love of Italian fare, and even lets us in on why the charming ...

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38:49

Power Platform's Enterprise-Level Capabilities - New...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/06/25

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/563 Can the Microsoft Power Platform really handle millions of users and support mission-critical implementations? Join us as we challenge the common misconceptions and explore the enterprise-level potential of this powerful tool. In this episode, I'm joined by Rami Mounla, a seasoned solution architect from Wellington, New Zealand. Together, we shed light on the unseen capabilities of the Power Platform, particular...

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19:38

Jimmy Zinizopoulos Passeti From Law to Tech Innovator

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/06/20

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/562 From law books to lines of code, tune in to hear Jimmy Zinizopoulos Passeti's fascinating pivot from the legal world into the tech sphere where he thrives as a functional architect. We're joined by this Brazilian MVP, whose love for technology led him to a radical career shift and an MVP award in 2023. His story isn't just about binary and business solutions; it's a tale of following a true calling, sprinkled wi...

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38:17

Digital Leadership and Sustainability: Rik...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/06/18

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/561 What drives a digital leader to tackle ultramarathons and sustainability challenges alike? Join us as Rik Irons-Mclean from Microsoft, now based in Sydney after a fascinating journey from Scotland to England, and finally to Australia during lockdown, shares his multifaceted life story. Rik's zest for life, from his family and food to his love for champagne over whiskey, paints a vivid picture of a man dedicated ...

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23:16

Stirring up Success: Enea Licaj's Flavorful Fusion of...

Microsoft Innovation Podcast ·

2024/06/12

Send me a Text Message hereFULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/560 When Enea Licaj, the Power Platform prodigy and culinary wizard from Cologne, graces us with his story, the air buzzes with inspiration. This is the tale of a tech enthusiast who marinated his professional expertise in user adoption and training to become a YouTube sensation. Let Enea take you on a journey through his vibrant hometown, giving you a taste of family life, historic wonders, and how all of these fla...

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