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Hi all! We're way into February and we've had some great content already. We know life can get in the way so grab a coffee and catch up on the latest content ☕️ 🚨FEATURED What’s new in Microsoft 365 | February 2026 by @Tony Sutton Preview - key themes from Advania at the Microsoft AI Tour, London 2026 by @Chris_OBrien 🌟…
In this month's newsletter I'm sharing a comprehensive overview of the upcoming integration between Microsoft Teams and Viva Engage Communities. Microsoft Teams: Viva Engage Communities in Teams Microsoft have announced a major integration between Microsoft Teams and Viva Engage Communities. Beginning in April 2026 users’…
We’ve just launched our Q1 2026 release, and I wanted to share what’s new with the Advania Community. This quarter was about getting the fundamentals right: making Fresh work for everyone, keeping everything feeling native to Microsoft 365, and building what you’ve been asking for. WCAG 2.2 AAA compliance: Accessibility at…
Welcome to the Advania Community! We're so glad you've joined us 😊 This space is all about connecting, sharing, and learning from each other. We’d love for you to introduce yourself - here are a few prompts to get you started, but feel free to share whatever you like! What's your current role? Where are you currently…
We’re heading to the London edition of Microsoft's AI Tour next week and wanted to give this community a quick heads‑up on what we’ll be talking about. With around 5,000 attendees expected at the Excel Centre on Tuesday 24th February, this is a significant event for organisations invested in Microsoft technology and…
Hi all! 👋 With the year now in full swing, here's a snapshot of some of the latest conversations, articles and updates shared across the community this past month. A great way to catch up, revisit key topics, or explore something new. 🚨FEATURED Daily Threat Briefing space Want to stay ahead of what’s happening in cyber…
Hi all 👋 This month, we’re delighted to shine the spotlight on @rhughes Head of IT at Consensus Support. As Head of IT, Rhys’ role spans everything from getting the fundamentals right through to leading wider digital transformation. His focus is on making sure IT genuinely enables the business to move forward, rather than…
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Imagine delegating your most tedious computer tasks to a digital helper that works as if it were a human colleague, but this time it’s faster and works tirelessly. This is the promise of Windows 365 for Agents. Announced at Ignite 2025, Windows 365 for Agents is a new class of Cloud PC designed specifically for autonomous…
As the demand for cloud resources continues to surge, particularly due to the rise of AI workloads, Azure's UK South region is reportedly facing capacity challenges. Anecdotal feedback in the public domain appears to confirm from experience that there is some pressure with requests for subscriptions and compute quota being…
As we move into 2026, cyber security headlines feel familiar: ransomware, data breaches, supply chain risk and AI-enabled attacks continue to dominate. And yet, despite years of guidance, frameworks, tooling and regulation, organisations across the UK (from small businesses to large enterprises) are still being disrupted…
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, ensuring robust network security is crucial for any organisation. Both Azure Firewall and third-party Network Virtual Appliances (NVA) are designed to protect your cloud infrastructure. However, they come with distinct trade-offs in terms of control, responsibility, and scalability.…
Let's be honest: you're probably terrible at prompting AI. And before you get defensive, so was I. You type "write me a resume" or "create an apology email," and what do you get? Generic garbage that sounds like it was written by a robot having a bad day. But here's the thing: the problem isn't AI. It's you. (Don't worry,…
Practical insights for modern cloud cost management Cloud cost management is evolving at a rapid pace. However, it is important to recognise that visibility alone is not sufficient to control your budget. If your FinOps practice still relies heavily on dashboards, spreadsheets, and IM threads, you run the risk of falling…
Last month at the European SharePoint Conference, I had the privilege of presenting alongside Jake Harvey on how we at Advania UK are delivering real value with Copilot Studio. Our session: “Real-World Success Stories with Copilot Studio”, was about practical wins, hard-earned lessons, and a repeatable approach to…
I’ve been working with Azure OpenAI for the past year at Advania, building a custom AI application for one of our enterprise clients. Users can create folders, organize their chats, ask anything from simple questions to complex analysis, and upload Word or Excel files for document analysis. We’ve wired it up to Azure AI…