Ctrl Alt Innovate Seminar: Microsoft Roadshow

Join us for two engaging events designed for both IT Strategists and IT Professionals.

In our morning session, we’ll dive into the latest Microsoft updates, upcoming plans for 2025, and strategies to build a secure and efficient Microsoft-centric IT framework. The afternoon is all about getting hands-on with Intune, uncovering essential techniques to fully optimise Microsoft’s endpoint management solution.

As a trusted Microsoft partner, our goal is to explain these innovations and show you how they can empower your business. Expect in-depth discussions, hands-on demos, and practical advice on how to integrate these advancements into your business’ strategy.

The event is divided into two parts:

• Morning Session: Tailored for IT strategists and decision-makers, this session will focus on the latest trends and developments and how they can be incorporated into broader IT strategies.
• Afternoon Session: Designed for IT Professionals, get tips and tricks from the field, understand the good and the bad, as well as have an opportunity to ask our technical specialists any questions or advice you may require.

You are welcome to attend either or both sessions, depending on your interests and role. Our aim is to provide valuable insights for IT professionals at every level.

MORNING (tailored for IT strategists and decision-makers)

9:00am – 9:30am
Networking & Breakfast
Join us from 9AM for a delicious breakfast, coffee, and juices before the seminar commences.

9:30am – 9:45am
Welcome
A very brief welcome, introductions, housekeeping and agenda.

9:45am – 10:15am
What’s new across Microsoft
Get ready to explore the latest innovations from Microsoft as we welcome TD SYNNEX to summarise the recent product and technology developments in modern work, cloud, security, and AI. This session will provide invaluable insights that can transform your organisation’s approach to technology.

10:15am – 10:45am
Running a Successful Pilot & AI beyond Copilot with Azure Generative AI
So you like Copilot? Thinking about buying some licences? You have it and not sure how to measure the value? In this session, hear lessons from the field in running a successful Copilot Pilot and creating that vital business case.

And beyond Copilot, there are many real specific use cases for AI. Come and hear about some of the creative use cases for building your own apps using Azure Generative AI.

10:45am – 11:15am
Microsoft 365 Copilot: What’s new in Wave 2
Discover the power of Microsoft Copilot’s latest enhancements in this informative session. We will delve into how “Wave 2” updates can optimise business operations and elevate user experiences, helping you harness AI to its full potential.

11:15am – 11:45am
Mastering Microsoft: Integrating into your IT strategy
Building on the key updates and innovations covered throughout the morning, Mario Cirillo will tie it all together, offering his insights on how to effectively incorporate these advancements into your IT strategy for maximum impact.

11:45am – 12:00pm
Q&A
Take the opportunity to pick the brains of our speakers!

12:00pm – 1:00pm
Lunch
There will be a fantastic lunch available to all attendees.

AFTERNOON (tailored for for IT professionals actively working with Microsoft tools and systems)

1:00pm – 2:15pm
Masterclass Session: Mastering Microsoft Intune

Join Technical Consultant Jhonny Marques for an in-depth session on how to get the most out of Microsoft Intune within your organisation. This masterclass will cover essential techniques to streamline device management, automate deployment processes, and enhance security across your IT environment. With expert insights, practical demonstrations, and an interactive Q&A, this session will leave you equipped to optimise your use of Intune and tackle your unique challenges.

Key areas covered include:

• Device Management: Navigating the Intune Admin Portal, creating and managing configuration profiles, setting up compliance policies, and optimising Windows Update management.
• Autopilot: Simplifying Windows Autopilot deployments, automating device setup, and reducing the burden on your IT team.
• Defender for Endpoint: Implementing robust security with antivirus, attack surface reduction (ASR), and encryption policies.
• Apps Management: Seamless deployment of apps, managing app stores, and securing applications with protection policies.
• Device/App Security: Enforcing conditional access, safeguarding corporate data, and maintaining security compliance across your environment.

Whether you’re looking to refine your current setup or explore new Intune capabilities, this session offers actionable takeaways to elevate your device management strategy.