Microsoft looks to empower IT in the cloud

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	Microsoft looks to empower IT in the cloud Microsoft is working to help its enterprise customers move their data, apps and operations to the cloud – specifically the hybrid cloud. Read More : Scribe Software Maintain Flexibility While Integrating Data As Dynasplint Systems, Inc. (DSI) contemplated the need to integrate its order-entry system with its CRM system so sales could generate activity reports in real time, the company sought an integration solution that would allow both systems to run separately. Learn More In this Issue Rombertik malware destroys computers if detected Still running Windows Server 2003? Here's your end-of-support plan Microsoft picks security for the enterprise win How Real Madrid scores fan engagement in the cloud Five ways Edge trumps Internet Explorer Microsoft unifies cloud and in-house IT management software Windows 10 can tap Cortana for help with data analysis Microsoft fleshes out 'Windows as a service' revenue strategy Maritime cybersecurity firm: 37% of Microsoft servers not patched, vulnerable to hacking : CDW Say Good-bye to Software Sprawl Gone are the days when you can handle software management on a spreadsheet. Hiring third party experts can save both time and money. Learn how CDW can help you put a software management strategy in place so you prepared for vendor audits View Now Rombertik malware destroys computers if detected A new type of malware resorts to crippling a computer if it is detected during security checks, a particularly catastrophic blow to its victims. Read More Still running Windows Server 2003? Here's your end-of-support plan Microsoft will officially end support for Windows Server 2003 on July 14, 2015. While many firms are working to migrate their applications and data off aging servers as quickly as possible, a fair number are not migrating for a variety of reasons including the financial cost. Read More Microsoft picks security for the enterprise win Microsoft is betting that good security support will be key to keeping its enterprise customers from straying to rivals. Read More WEBCAST: Workfront The State of Enterprise Work According to a new study by Workfront, enterprise workers are being pulled away from their work by tools and practices that are supposed to make them more productive. Ultimately, these inefficiencies can turn into conflict, misalignment, increased turnover, wasted resources, and lost opportunities. Learn More How Real Madrid scores fan engagement in the cloud During the Microsoft Ignite keynote in Chicago today, only one customer graced the stage, but it was a doozy: Real Madrid, the world's no. 1 sports franchise. Read More Five ways Edge trumps Internet Explorer Farewell, Internet Explorer. Make way for Microsoft's next browser, Edge. Windows users may not know Edge now -- in early development it was called Project Spartan -- but they will soon, since it be the default browser for Windows 10. Read More Microsoft unifies cloud and in-house IT management software Two new IT management products from Microsoft continue the company's push to help customers move their operations to the cloud. Read More WHITE PAPER: GT Nexus The Procure-to-Pay Process Manufacturers seek new ways to partner with suppliers to ensure their health, strong performance and optimal delivery of inventory. IDC points out that P2P is a key step in achieving these goals by enabling better planning, execution and access to capital for suppliers. View now>> Windows 10 can tap Cortana for help with data analysis Users of the upcoming version of Windows will be able to call on its Cortana voice-driven virtual personal assistant to help them parse their organization's business intelligence data. Read More Microsoft fleshes out 'Windows as a service' revenue strategy Microsoft executives last week further fleshed out the firm's "Windows as a service" strategy, an effort to shift money-making from the traditional practice of licensing the OS to one more reliant on revenue from search, games and apps. Read More Maritime cybersecurity firm: 37% of Microsoft servers not patched, vulnerable to hacking A recent Department of Homeland Inspector General report (pdf) focused mostly on US Coast Guard insider threats, stating: 'Trusted insiders could use their access or insider knowledge to exploit USCG's physical and technical vulnerabilities with the intent to cause harm.' Read More
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