TechCon365 Dallas A Hub of Technology and Collaboration

TechCon365 Dallas A Hub of Technology and Collaboration

We enjoyed being part of this year´s TechCon 365 conference in Dallas, Texas. From November 3-7, 2024, the conference center in Dallas Irving became the center of Microsoft 365 and Power Platform Know How as more than 500 tech enthusiasts gathered for the TechCon 365 event. This year’s conference was a melting pot of knowledge, and networking opportunities, featuring over 130 sessions and 25 workshops led by top experts in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Azure, AI, and more. ...

November 22, 2024 · 3 min · Toni Pohl

Podcast Was macht ein Enterprise Architekt und wie funktionieren LLMs mit Peter Hödl

Im Podcast “Konstante Veränderung” sprechen Daniel Hager, Christian Keimel, und Andrej Salnik von Microsoft Österreich mit Peter Hödl von atwork über die Rolle eines Enterprise Architekten und die Integration von Künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) in moderne Arbeitsumgebungen. KV019 - Was macht ein Enterprise Architekt und wie funktionieren LLMs mit Peter Hödl ~ Konstante Veränderung Podcast Kurzzusammenfassung Peter Hödl von atwork ist seit vielen Jahren als Enterprise Architekten in der IT tätig und informiert in dem Podcast neben seinem Werdegang und seinen Jobs über die Integration von Artificial Intelligence (AI bzw. KI) in moderne Arbeitsumgebungen. ...

July 1, 2024 · 2 min · Toni Pohl

Podcast AI for Good - Sign Language Recognition Project

Im Podcast “Konstante Veränderung” diskutierten Andrej Salnik, Christian Keimel, Daniel Hager und Peter Hödl über das innovative Projekt “AI for Good”, das von atwork entwickelt wird. AI for Good bzw. “Sign Language Recognition Project” (slrproject.ai) ist ein Projekt zur Erkennung der österreichischen Gebärdensprache. KV020 - AI for Good ~ Konstante Veränderung Podcast Kurzzusammenfassung AI for Good ist ein Projekt von atwork zur Erkennung der österreichischen Gebärdensprache. Ziel dieses Projekts ist es, ein AI-Modell zu entwickeln, das die österreichische Gebärdensprache erkennt und in Online-Meetings als Text einblendet. Dieses Vorhaben erfordert umfangreiche Forschungsarbeit, Tests mit künstlicher Intelligenz und viel Fachwissen. ...

June 10, 2024 · 3 min · Toni Pohl
Womens History Month-2023 Edition Recap, looking forward to 2024

Womens History Month-2023 Edition Recap, looking forward to 2024

Back in 2022 I started to celebrate Women’s history month, which happens each year in March by highlighting women in technology that inspired me. March 8th is celebrated worldwide as Women’s day. At the end of March in 2022 it was clear that I wanted to continue the series because we are many. And I want all of them to shine, because every women makes an impact in the industry. Each of these women has made significant contributions to the tech industry, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. ...

March 2, 2024 · 8 min · Martina Grom
Merry Christmas 2023 and Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas 2023 and Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas to all our friends, partners, and customers! As we approach the end of 2023, we would like to take a moment to express our gratitude for your continued support and trust in our projects. We are proud to have you as our partners and customers, and we look forward to continuing our journey together in the coming year. This year has been a remarkable one for us, with several successful projects that have helped us grow and learn. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with many of you and contribute to your success. We hope that our projects have made your life easier and more efficient. ...

December 24, 2023 · 3 min · Toni Pohl
Congratulations to Martina Grom on receiving the Microsoft Power Women in Tech Award

Congratulations to Martina Grom on receiving the Microsoft Power Women in Tech Award

In a world where gender diversity and equality (fortunately) are becoming more important, we are very proud that our CEO Martina Grom was honored with the Microsoft Power Women in Tech Award for Austria! Congratulations! The Microsoft Power Women in Tech Awards was created to recognize and support remarkable women in the Microsoft Partner Network in Western Europe who are proven champions of promoting diversity and inclusion. The objective of the award is to enhance the visibility of these remarkable leaders and serve as a source of inspiration for women across all stages of their careers in the field. By shining a spotlight on their achievements, the award seeks to encourage and motivate women, showcasing possibilities and potential for success in their chosen domains. It aims to foster a supportive environment where women feel empowered to pursue their passions and break through any barriers they may encounter, ultimately driving greater gender diversity and representation in the industry. ...

June 27, 2023 · 2 min · Toni Pohl
Commsverse Conference 2023 in Mercedes Benz World

Commsverse Conference 2023 in Mercedes Benz World

Commsverse is a dedicated Microsoft Teams community conference focused on improving the use of Microsoft Teams and Viva technologies in the workplace. The conference took place from 21-22 June 2023 in the Brooklands motor racing circuit in Weybridge, Surrey, UK. We are very proud that we could be part of the conference for the second time. We enjoyed the Commsverse conference held at Mercedes-Benz World at the historic Brooklands racetrack in Weybridge, Surrey, UK as a memorable and exciting experience. The combination of a first-class conference and the history of automotive technology and a prestigious venue created an atmosphere that was nothing short of impressive. Upon entering the world of Mercedes-Benz, participants were greeted by a fascinating environment that perfectly combined history and innovation. The venue’s rich heritage as the birthplace of British motorsport adds additional excitement to the conference. The exhibition of past racing legends and the elegant modernity of the facility created an impressive and very interesting environment. There was a lot to learn and a lot to see. To get an impression, see the Commsverse video recap June 2022 Weybridge England from Alexander Eggers. ...

June 23, 2023 · 3 min · Toni Pohl
This was 365 EduCon in Washington DC

This was 365 EduCon in Washington DC

The 365 EduCon Conference’s multi-city format encapsulates the spirit of collaboration, growth, and innovation in education across the United States. Martina and I had the privilege of attending the 365 EduCon in the busy city of Washington, D.C. in mid-June to speak there about Microsoft 365 technologies and solutions. 365 EduCon DC, a Microsoft 365 Conference, brings to you the world’s leading experts in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power Platform, Microsoft Teams and Azure. The conference took place from June 12 to 16, 2023, in the Washington Downtown in the Walter E Washington Convention Center. The location was perfect, right in the center of downtown. We took advantage of this and went for a run every morning. ...

June 18, 2023 · 2 min · Toni Pohl
Enjoyed Thrive conference 2023

Enjoyed Thrive conference 2023

Imagine immersing yourself in the scenic landscapes of Slovenia, surrounded by the lush greenery and mesmerizing beauty of the village of Lipica, near the border with Italy. Now imagine standing on a stage and speaking about your favorite cloud technologies at one of the most beautiful conferences in the world. This is reality at the Thrive conference in Slovenia! The Thrive conference, which has been held annually for 12 years, has become the top conference in Slovenia and the surrounding area with renowned speakers and industry experts on Microsoft cloud technologies. The event creates an intimate environment full of knowledge sharing and conversation. In 2023, the event took place in beautiful Lipica, in the municipality of Sežana, right on the border with Italy from May 30th to May 31st. Lipica is one of the main tourist centers of Slovenia’s Karst region and it is known for the Lipica Stud Farm, the origin of the Lipizzan horse. At Thrive conf we had the opportunity to witness the release of the mares to pasture, which was a great experience. ...

June 4, 2023 · 2 min · Toni Pohl

Celebrating 10 years of European Collaboration Summit

As European Collaboration Summit (aka collabsummit, or ECS) reaches a significant milestone, commemorating a decade of excellence, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the remarkable journey this conference has embarked upon. With 2,500 attendees, CollabSummit is the largest Microsoft 365 community conference in Europe the world. By the community - for the community. This year, CollabSummit took place from 22 - 24 May, in Düsseldorf Fair, in Germany, and we had a great time there! ...

May 29, 2023 · 3 min · Toni Pohl