2026-08-03 · Season 2
Building Communities That Last: Copilot Adoption, Microsoft 365, and the Human Side of Technology with Heather Cook [Microsoft]
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Heather Cook shares her remarkable journey from studying theater to becoming one of Microsoft's most influential community leaders. Her Microsoft story began more than 25 years ago when she joined the original SharePoint "Tahoe" project, helping write the very first customer case studies that introduced SharePoint to the world. From there, she built a career around customer advocacy, event production, marketing, and community engagement, eventually becoming a Microsoft MVP before joining Microsoft full-time. Heather explains how storytelling, creativity, and relationship-building have shaped every stage of her career and why communication skills remain just as valuable as technical expertise in today's AI-driven world. WHY STRONG COMMUNITIES OUTLAST TECHNOLOGY Technology constantly changes, but great communities continue to grow because they are built around people rather than products. Heather discusses how her theater background taught her the importance of collaboration, shared purpose, and creating memorable experiences. She reflects on witnessing the birth of the SharePoint community, where MVPs, consultants, Microsoft engineers, partners, and customers naturally came together to help one another. The conversation explores why becoming a Microsoft MVP is ultimately about giving back, why consistency matters more than perfection for content creators, and how podcasts, newsletters, blogs, and events all contribute to building trust over many years rather than overnight. INSIDE MICROSOFT'S COMMUNITY, ADOPTION, AND EVENTS STRATEGY Heather provides an inside look at Microsoft's SCALE organization and explains how teams responsible for Studio, Community, Adoption, Learning, and Events work together to help organizations successfully adopt Microsoft technologies. She introduces initiatives including Microsoft Tech Community, Adoption.microsoft.com, Microsoft 365 Champions, the Microsoft Global Community Initiative (MGCI), CommunityDays.org, and Microsoft's worldwide learning programs. The discussion covers how event organizers can work more closely with Microsoft, why CommunityDays.org is the central hub for Microsoft ecosystem events, how Microsoft supports community-led conferences around the world, and why adoption always requires much more than simply deploying new technology. AI, CONTENT CREATION, AND THE HUMAN SIDE OF TECHNOLOGY Artificial intelligence is changing the way creators work, but Heather believes AI should strengthen human creativity rather than replace it. She discusses using AI to accelerate newsletters, writing, research, and content production while emphasizing that authenticity remains the most valuable asset any creator has. The conversation also explores imposter syndrome, encouraging creators to publish their work confidently because every podcast, article, or presentation becomes part of a lasting knowledge archive. Heather also shares her passion for Women in Technology initiatives, inclusive communities, mentorship, and creating opportunities for future leaders throughout the Microsoft ecosystem. RAPID FIRE INSIGHTS During the quick-fire round, Heather recommends Facilitator as a Microsoft 365 feature everyone should explore, highlights custom Copilot agents as one of today's most exciting AI capabilities, and continues to praise SharePoint as one of Microsoft's most innovative platforms. She identifies maintaining a simple to-do list as one of the most underrated productivity habits, credits The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell as an influential book in her career, and recognizes community leaders such as Caruana Gatimu and Donna Sarkar for their impact on the Microsoft ecosystem. She also encourages future community builders to listen first, understand people's needs, and only then begin creating solutions that genuinely serve their audiences. BUILD RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST Heather closes with a message that reaches far beyond Microsoft technologies. Be curious, keep experimenting, continue learning, and never stop building meaningful relationships with other people. Products will evolve, AI will continue transforming the workplace, and new technologies will constantly emerge, but authentic human connections remain the foundation of every successful career and every thriving community. As Heather reminds listeners, the word "unity" exists inside the word "community"—a simple idea that perfectly captures why the human side of technology will always matter most. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/m365-fm-microsoft-365-azure-cloud-power-platform-ai--6704921/support.
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We explored why successful AI adoption is driven by people, habits, and business outcomes—not just technology. \n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ Building a scalable Microsoft Copilot adoption strategy\n ✅ Creating lasting AI habits instead of one-time training sessions\n ✅ Why user adoption starts with business problems, not technology\n ✅ Driving change management and increasing digital confidence\n ✅ Practical steps to achieve measurable AI adoption within 90 days \n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/how-to-get-happy-users-and-how-to-make-ai-adoption-scalable-within-90-days-with-carina-de-vries-mvp/ \n \nThank you for joining the show, Carina de Vries [MVP]! It was a pleasure discussing AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot, and how organizations can turn employees into confident, productive AI users through practical, people-first strategies.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":2}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-29T15:57:51.695Z","text":"Danilo joined me on M365.fm to discuss how AI is transforming enterprise security and why Microsoft Purview is becoming essential for every Microsoft 365 Copilot deployment. We explored how AI exposes existing governance gaps and how organizations can secure their data without slowing innovation. \n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ AI security and Microsoft Purview\n ✅ Preparing Microsoft 365 for Copilot\n ✅ Insider Risk, DLP, and data governance\n ✅ Monitoring, automation, and responsible AI\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/ai-meets-security/\n \nThank you, Danilo Nogueira, for sharing practical insights into AI security, Microsoft Purview, and helping organizations build a secure foundation for enterprise AI. \n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":1}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-28T07:34:14.494Z","text":"Billur joined me on M365.fm to explore the future of finance in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365FO) and how Microsoft Copilot, AI agents, and intelligent automation are transforming modern ERP systems. We discussed why finance teams are moving beyond traditional processes toward AI-powered decision-making and autonomous workflows. \n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ How Copilot is changing finance operations in D365FO\n ✅ AI agents and autonomous workflows for modern ERP\n ✅ Data governance and why AI is only as good as your data\n ✅ Building an AI-ready finance organization\n ✅ The future of enterprise finance with Microsoft Dynamics 365 \n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/the-future-of-finance-in-d365fo/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Billur Şamdancıoğlu! It was a pleasure discussing how AI, Copilot, and autonomous agents are reshaping the future of finance and helping organizations unlock more value from Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":1}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-30T07:48:30.332Z","text":"David joined me on M365.fm to explore how to build enterprise-ready multi-agent AI systems with Microsoft Copilot Studio. We discussed moving from simple AI assistants to intelligent agent ecosystems that automate complex business processes securely and at scale. Multi-agent orchestration is becoming a key capability for enterprise AI on Microsoft platforms. \n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ Multi-agent architectures in Copilot Studio\n ✅ AI orchestration and intelligent automation\n ✅ Enterprise RAG, governance, and security\n ✅ Turning AI ideas into production solutions\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/building-multi-agent-ai-systems-with-copilot-studio-from-ideas-to-intelligent-automation-with-david/\n \nThank you, David Lorenzo López, for sharing your expertise on multi-agent AI, Copilot Studio, and building intelligent automation solutions that are ready for enterprise production.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":1}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-27T13:47:06.594Z","text":"Alan joined me on M365.fm to discuss how organizations can move from AI hype to AI harness engineering—building AI systems that are practical, trustworthy, and ready for real-world adoption.\n \nWe explored:\n ✅ Why trust is the foundation of enterprise AI\n ✅ Common mistakes organizations make when deploying AI\n ✅ Governance, engineering, and responsible AI in practice\n ✅ How to turn AI experiments into production-ready solutions\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/from-ai-hype-to-ai-harness-engineering-building-ai-that-people-can-actually-trust-with-alan-buscag/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Alan Buscaglia! It was a pleasure having you on M365.fm.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":2}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-27T13:47:54.023Z","text":"Alan joined me on M365.fm to explore how organizations can secure Microsoft Copilot using Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Insider Risk Management.\n \nWe discussed:\n ✅ How to protect sensitive data when using Microsoft Copilot\n ✅ Best practices for Microsoft Purview DLP policies\n ✅ Detecting and mitigating insider risks\n ✅ Building a secure AI foundation without slowing down productivity\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/protecting-microsoft-copilot-with-purview-dlp-insider-risk-with-alan-cox-mvp/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Alan Cox [MVP]! It was a pleasure discussing Microsoft Copilot security and sharing practical guidance for organizations adopting AI.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":2}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-27T13:48:35.393Z","text":"Albin joined me on M365.fm to share how modern Managed Service Providers can build a Microsoft-first, security-focused MSP using Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Entra ID. Together, we explored what it takes to deliver secure, scalable, cloud-native services for customers. \n \nWe discussed:\n \n✅ Building a Microsoft-first MSP from the ground up\n ✅ Scaling Microsoft Intune across customer environments\n ✅ Using Microsoft Defender to strengthen endpoint security\n ✅ Securing identities with Microsoft Entra ID and Zero Trust\n ✅ Practical lessons from real-world customer deployments\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/building-a-secure-microsoft-first-msp-intune-defender-entra-id-at-scale-with-albin-klinaku-mvp/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Albin Klinaku! It was a pleasure discussing how MSPs can combine Intune, Defender, and Entra ID to build secure, cloud-native Microsoft environments.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":2}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-27T14:08:54.442Z","text":"Alicia joined me on M365.fm to discuss how organizations can modernize their ERP landscape without unnecessary complexity or disruption. We explored practical strategies for successful ERP transformation, user adoption, and aligning technology with business outcomes.\n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ Planning a successful ERP modernization journey\n ✅ Avoiding common migration and transformation pitfalls\n ✅ Balancing business continuity with innovation\n ✅ Driving user adoption and long-term success\n ✅ Lessons learned from real-world ERP projects\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/erp-modernization-without-the-chaos-with-alicia-king-mvp/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Alicia King! It was a pleasure discussing how organizations can modernize their ERP platforms with confidence while minimizing risk and maximizing business value.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":2}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-27T15:18:33.180Z","text":"Areti joined me on M365.fm to discuss what it takes to lead AI initiatives, deliver successful digital transformation, and build thriving technology communities. We explored the intersection of leadership, innovation, and the human side of adopting Microsoft technologies.\n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ Leading AI transformation with confidence\n ✅ Turning AI strategy into measurable business value\n ✅ Driving successful organizational change and adoption\n ✅ Building and nurturing strong technical communities\n ✅ Areti's journey as a Microsoft MVP, leader, and community advocate\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/leading-ai-delivering-transformation-and-building-community-with-areti-iles-mvp/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Areti Iles! It was a pleasure discussing AI leadership, transformation, and the importance of building communities that empower others to learn, collaborate, and innovate.\n \nWho should I invite next? Tag them below!","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mirko Peters"},"interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"http://schema.org/LikeAction","userInteractionCount":2}},{"@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2026-07-27T15:43:19.540Z","text":"Bernat joined me on M365.fm to explore the foundations of Power BI DAX and Semantic Models. We discussed how to build scalable, high-performance data models that enable accurate analytics and empower organizations to make better business decisions.\n \nWe discussed:\n \n ✅ Best practices for writing efficient DAX\n ✅ Designing robust Power BI Semantic Models\n ✅ Optimizing performance for enterprise-scale solutions\n ✅ Common modeling mistakes and how to avoid them\n ✅ Real-world insights from Microsoft data and analytics projects\n \n🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/power-bi-dax-and-semantic-models-with-bernat-agullo-rosello-mvp/\n \nThank you for joining the show, Bernat Agulló Roselló! 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Tag them below! 👇 <ul class="grid grid-cols-6 grid-rows-[60%_40%] w-main-feed-card-media feed-images-content list-none pl-0 " data-test-id="feed-images-content"> <li class="bg-color-background-container-tint text-[0px] col-span-full row-span-full relative " data-test-id="feed-images-content__list-item" data-position="0" style> <img class="lazy-load w-full object-cover object-center h-full babybear:max-h-[400px] " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E22AQEIcWzd85frCA/feedshare-shrink_800/B4EZ.j0mmeJQAc-/0/1785159903998?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=VS06D2E7YJ8BPAA_knIIbUPX9nnMRe6SMsbQU5Z79d0" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/921ynb2z53z33mhm3061qvjag" alt="No alternative text description for this image"> View C2PA information <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Fm365showpodcast_every-week-i-interview-microsoft-mvps-microsoft-activity-7487503331586928640-gkJe&trk=public_post_social-actions-comments" target="_self" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_social-actions-comments" data-tracking-will-navigate class="flex items-center font-normal text-color-text-low-emphasis !no-underline visited:text-color-text-low-emphasis before:middot my-1" data-separate-ctas="false" data-test-id="social-actions__comments" data-id="social-actions__comments" data-num-comments="30" data-singular="%numComments% Comment" data-plural="%numComments% Comments"> 30 Comments <div class="social-action-bar border-t-1 border-solid border-color-border-faint min-h-[44px] items-center flex flex-wrap justify-around social-action-bar--guest !m-0"> Like Comment <button aria-expanded="false" class="social-share__button social-share__button-square social-share-button social-action-bar__button social-share-button--square " aria-label data-tracking-control-name="public_post_social-share_main_button"> <span class="social-share__button-text-square social-action-bar__button-text "> Share Copy LinkedIn Facebook X <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Carina joined me on M365.fm to discuss how organizations can create happy users and scale Microsoft Copilot adoption in just 90 days. We explored why successful AI adoption is driven by people, habits, and business outcomes—not just technology. We discussed: ✅ Building a scalable Microsoft Copilot adoption strategy ✅ Creating lasting AI habits instead of one-time training sessions ✅ Why user adoption starts with business problems, not technology ✅ Driving change management and increasing digital confidence ✅ Practical steps to achieve measurable AI adoption within 90 days 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/how-to-get-happy-users-and-how-to-make-ai-adoption-scalable-within-90-days-with-carina-de-vries-mvp/ Thank you for joining the show, Carina de Vries [MVP]! It was a pleasure discussing AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot, and how organizations can turn employees into confident, productive AI users through practical, people-first strategies. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 2 Reactions 3 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Danilo joined me on M365.fm to discuss how AI is transforming enterprise security and why Microsoft Purview is becoming essential for every Microsoft 365 Copilot deployment. We explored how AI exposes existing governance gaps and how organizations can secure their data without slowing innovation. We discussed: ✅ AI security and Microsoft Purview ✅ Preparing Microsoft 365 for Copilot ✅ Insider Risk, DLP, and data governance ✅ Monitoring, automation, and responsible AI 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/ai-meets-security/ Thank you, Danilo Nogueira, for sharing practical insights into AI security, Microsoft Purview, and helping organizations build a secure foundation for enterprise AI. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 1 Reaction 2 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Billur joined me on M365.fm to explore the future of finance in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365FO) and how Microsoft Copilot, AI agents, and intelligent automation are transforming modern ERP systems. We discussed why finance teams are moving beyond traditional processes toward AI-powered decision-making and autonomous workflows. We discussed: ✅ How Copilot is changing finance operations in D365FO ✅ AI agents and autonomous workflows for modern ERP ✅ Data governance and why AI is only as good as your data ✅ Building an AI-ready finance organization ✅ The future of enterprise finance with Microsoft Dynamics 365 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/the-future-of-finance-in-d365fo/ Thank you for joining the show, Billur Şamdancıoğlu! It was a pleasure discussing how AI, Copilot, and autonomous agents are reshaping the future of finance and helping organizations unlock more value from Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 1 Reaction 2 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">David joined me on M365.fm to explore how to build enterprise-ready multi-agent AI systems with Microsoft Copilot Studio. We discussed moving from simple AI assistants to intelligent agent ecosystems that automate complex business processes securely and at scale. Multi-agent orchestration is becoming a key capability for enterprise AI on Microsoft platforms. We discussed: ✅ Multi-agent architectures in Copilot Studio ✅ AI orchestration and intelligent automation ✅ Enterprise RAG, governance, and security ✅ Turning AI ideas into production solutions 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/building-multi-agent-ai-systems-with-copilot-studio-from-ideas-to-intelligent-automation-with-david/ Thank you, David Lorenzo López, for sharing your expertise on multi-agent AI, Copilot Studio, and building intelligent automation solutions that are ready for enterprise production. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 1 Reaction 2 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Alan joined me on M365.fm to discuss how organizations can move from AI hype to AI harness engineering—building AI systems that are practical, trustworthy, and ready for real-world adoption. We explored: ✅ Why trust is the foundation of enterprise AI ✅ Common mistakes organizations make when deploying AI ✅ Governance, engineering, and responsible AI in practice ✅ How to turn AI experiments into production-ready solutions 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/from-ai-hype-to-ai-harness-engineering-building-ai-that-people-can-actually-trust-with-alan-buscag/ Thank you for joining the show, Alan Buscaglia! It was a pleasure having you on M365.fm. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 2 Reactions 3 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Alan joined me on M365.fm to explore how organizations can secure Microsoft Copilot using Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Insider Risk Management. We discussed: ✅ How to protect sensitive data when using Microsoft Copilot ✅ Best practices for Microsoft Purview DLP policies ✅ Detecting and mitigating insider risks ✅ Building a secure AI foundation without slowing down productivity 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/protecting-microsoft-copilot-with-purview-dlp-insider-risk-with-alan-cox-mvp/ Thank you for joining the show, Alan Cox [MVP]! It was a pleasure discussing Microsoft Copilot security and sharing practical guidance for organizations adopting AI. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 2 Reactions 3 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Albin joined me on M365.fm to share how modern Managed Service Providers can build a Microsoft-first, security-focused MSP using Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Entra ID. Together, we explored what it takes to deliver secure, scalable, cloud-native services for customers. We discussed: ✅ Building a Microsoft-first MSP from the ground up ✅ Scaling Microsoft Intune across customer environments ✅ Using Microsoft Defender to strengthen endpoint security ✅ Securing identities with Microsoft Entra ID and Zero Trust ✅ Practical lessons from real-world customer deployments 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/building-a-secure-microsoft-first-msp-intune-defender-entra-id-at-scale-with-albin-klinaku-mvp/ Thank you for joining the show, Albin Klinaku! It was a pleasure discussing how MSPs can combine Intune, Defender, and Entra ID to build secure, cloud-native Microsoft environments. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 2 Reactions 3 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Alicia joined me on M365.fm to discuss how organizations can modernize their ERP landscape without unnecessary complexity or disruption. We explored practical strategies for successful ERP transformation, user adoption, and aligning technology with business outcomes. We discussed: ✅ Planning a successful ERP modernization journey ✅ Avoiding common migration and transformation pitfalls ✅ Balancing business continuity with innovation ✅ Driving user adoption and long-term success ✅ Lessons learned from real-world ERP projects 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/erp-modernization-without-the-chaos-with-alicia-king-mvp/ Thank you for joining the show, Alicia King! It was a pleasure discussing how organizations can modernize their ERP platforms with confidence while minimizing risk and maximizing business value. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! Like Reply 2 Reactions 3 Reactions <div role="img" aria-label="Mirko Peters, graphic" class="inline-block relative hue-web-entity__image bg-cover bg-center rounded-[50%] w-4 h-4 " data-delayed-url="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E03AQG-MZhlriS8-g/profile-displayphoto-scale_400_400/B4EaCuozoyJQAk-/0/1789636334171?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=IoHCe2T0oqeHipOP0OLvXWIkeJAUK2cI28NGz3DQijc" data-delayed-background data-ghost-classes="bg-color-entity-ghost-background" data-ghost-url="https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/9c8pery4andzj6ohjkjp54ma2"> Mirko Peters 3mo <button class="ellipsis-menu__trigger collapsible-dropdown__button btn-md btn-tertiary cursor-pointer !py-[6px] !px-1 flex items-center rounded-[50%] ellipsis-menu__trigger--small !w-4 !h-4 !min-h-4 justify-center babybear:rotate-90 mamabear:!h-4 mamabear:!min-h-[32px] papabear:!h-4 papabear:!min-h-[32px]" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Open menu" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_comment_ellipsis-menu-trigger" tabindex="0"> Report this comment <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words comment__text babybear:mt-0.5" dir="ltr">Areti joined me on M365.fm to discuss what it takes to lead AI initiatives, deliver successful digital transformation, and build thriving technology communities. We explored the intersection of leadership, innovation, and the human side of adopting Microsoft technologies. We discussed: ✅ Leading AI transformation with confidence ✅ Turning AI strategy into measurable business value ✅ Driving successful organizational change and adoption ✅ Building and nurturing strong technical communities ✅ Areti's journey as a Microsoft MVP, leader, and community advocate 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/leading-ai-delivering-transformation-and-building-community-with-areti-iles-mvp/ Thank you for joining the show, Areti Iles! It was a pleasure discussing AI leadership, transformation, and the importance of building communities that empower others to learn, collaborate, and innovate. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! 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We discussed how to build scalable, high-performance data models that enable accurate analytics and empower organizations to make better business decisions. We discussed: ✅ Best practices for writing efficient DAX ✅ Designing robust Power BI Semantic Models ✅ Optimizing performance for enterprise-scale solutions ✅ Common modeling mistakes and how to avoid them ✅ Real-world insights from Microsoft data and analytics projects 🎧 Listen here: https://www.m365.fm/power-bi-dax-and-semantic-models-with-bernat-agullo-rosello-mvp/ Thank you for joining the show, Bernat Agulló Roselló! It was a pleasure discussing DAX, Semantic Models, and the architectural decisions that help organizations get the most value from their Power BI solutions. Who should I invite next? Tag them below! 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