Microsoft Innovation Podcast

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.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 city of Ghent is...

27 Jun 202418min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.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, particularly Dynamics 365 a...

25 Jun 202437min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.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 with the flavours...

20 Jun 202419min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.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 to b...

18 Jun 202436min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.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 flavours blended int...

12 Jun 202422min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/559 Unleash the transformative power of low-code development as we dismantle the myths surrounding Microsoft's Power Platform. Our latest episode shatters the stereotype that Power Platform is confined to trivial tasks and asserts its prowess on par with giants like SAP. Our esteemed guest brings to light the critical role of professional developers and architects in revolutionizing the adoption of this innovative technology. Join u...

11 Jun 202436min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/558 Unlock the secrets of SharePoint's transformation with Microsoft MVP Amarender Peddamalku, our distinguished guest from Richmond, who not only breathes life into the technical narrative but also shares the warmth of his personal world. From the nostalgic tales of SharePoint's early days to the thrilling advancements of AI integration through Microsoft Syntex, this episode is a treasure trove of knowledge, intertwined with Amaden...

6 Jun 202423min

FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/557 Are solutions always the answer, or do they sometimes obscure the deeper questions at hand? Settle in for a riveting conversation where Andrew and I dissect the fascination with problems versus the allure of quick fixes. We're inspired by a book on product management that champions the 'five whys' technique from the Toyota method, pushing us to peel back the layers of an issue. A military investigation serves as a stark r...

4 Jun 202439min