Microsoft Innovation Podcast

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/549 Ever wonder what happens when podcast co-hosts go MIA and leave us to our own misadventures? Well, wonder no more as we tackle the world of Microsoft Power Platform with a pinch of humor, discussing the mysterious whereabouts of Will and Anna, and possibly another tattoo escapade from Chris Huntingford. Buckle up for a journey through listener preferences on episode lengths, the laughable complexities of corporate travel ...

6 Touko 202429min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/548 When Lewis Baybutt strides into a room, you can't help but feel the future of tech brighten. At just 19, this UK-based MVP and Power Platform Functional Consultant shares a riveting tale of his ascent from high school to tech community stardom, aspirations of CEO-dom in tow. Our conversation is a delightful blend of professional prowess and personal anecdotes, including Lewis's penchant for chicken katsu curry and h...

1 Touko 202423min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/547 Embark on a thrilling journey with our guest Francesco Musso, a Power Platform maestro from Bolton, England, whose story unfolds from vibrant nightlife entrepreneur to a master of Power Pages. Francesco's expertise is not just shaping the digital landscape but also weaving the rich tapestry of his Sicilian roots into a professional narrative that embraces food, family, and fun. His shift from Dynamics CRM to customer-cent...

29 Huhti 202430min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/546 Have you ever wondered how a rural upbringing and a penchant for Mexican food could lead to tech stardom? Our guest Kim Dallefeld, a Dallas-Fort Worth dynamo and newly-minted MVP, didn't see the connection until she dived headfirst into the tech world. With laughter and candor, Kim recounts her unexpected journey from a large family farm to becoming an indispensable part of the NAV community and now, a sage in the r...

24 Huhti 202423min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/545 Prepare to unlock the full potential of artificial intelligence in your enterprise as Andrew, the brilliant mind behind the Microsoft and Cloud Lighthouse white paper, joins us to reveal the building blocks of an AI strategy that stands the test of time. Our conversation navigates through the critical terrain of data readiness, where Andrew spotlights the often underestimated but crucial practices of data hygiene and gove...

22 Huhti 202430min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/544 Embark on an extraordinary voyage with Rachel Irabor, a Microsoft Dynamics 365 wizard from Malta's sunny shores, and a fresh MVP laureate whose roots sink deep into Nigeria's vibrant soil. Through her vivid recollections, we traverse a landscape of personal trials, early business ventures, and the profound role tech communities play in personal growth. Her narrative, rich with the nuances of cross-continental shifts...

17 Huhti 202424min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/543 Embark on a journey with Devendra and me as we unravel the intricacies of Power Platform governance and strategy, a topic that's not only professional but also personal. Devendra, the Power Platform architect with a passion for cricket and Indian vegetarian cuisine, has leaped from Accenture to Rio Tinto, bringing stories that merge life's flavors with technological expertise. Together, we explore the depth of...

15 Huhti 202434min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/542 Embark on an enthralling journey with Pir Khurram Rashdi, the tech virtuoso recently crowned MVP from Saudi Arabia and current CIO at Ali Arrafi. Our latest chat with Pir peels back the curtain on his 23-year voyage through the technology landscape, offering an authentic glimpse into the life of a professional whose expertise spans the Power Platform to the subtleties of AI in supply chain management. His story isn'...

10 Huhti 202420min