EdTech Insight – What’s new in Microsoft Teams (free) | June 2023

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The Teams Insider Blog has recently highlighted updates to Microsoft Teams, with a focus on improvements for personal use. This includes enhancements like easy access to camera and audio settings during meetings. Such updates...

EdTech Insight – Fast Practices for Founders – A New Video Series for Startups

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points Microsoft’s “Fast Practices for Founders” series introduces rapid insights into leveraging Azure AI services for startups. This initiative is a quintessential example of the ongoing digital transformation within the...

EdTech Insight – VMware licensing and pricing hikes: What options do you have?

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | CIO, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points In the wake of Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware, there has been an introduction of a new licensing model leading to significant cost escalations for VMware users, with reports of increases ranging from 150% to 500%. The change...

EdTech Insight – Getting Started with Azure WAF REST API for Application Gateway: A Step-by-Step Guide

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The REST API has become an integral tool in Azure resource management by following the familiar create, read, update, and delete (CRUD) operations via standard HTTP methods. This supports automation and adheres to modern practices...

EdTech Insight – Public Preview: Shrink for Azure SQL Database Hyperscale

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The recent announcement regarding the availability of database and data file shrink operations in the Azure SQL Database’s Hyperscale tier presents key innovations for the education technology sector. As educational institutions...

EdTech Insight – Authenticating Microsoft Entra ID using windows principal metadata – Public Preview

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The announcement of the public preview for Native Windows Principals for SQL Managed Instance heralds a significant development in cloud data management, particularly for the education sector’s digital transformation. This...

EdTech Insight – Microsoft reaches settlement in California over claims it punished employees for taking protected time off

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | CNBC, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The global education sector is witnessing a wave of digital transformation influenced by corporate practices and regulatory compliance, as illustrated by Microsoft’s recent $14.4 million settlement in California. This settlement...

EdTech Insight – Download the IT Modernization Enterprise Spotlight

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | CIO, News & Insights

“`html Executive Summary and Main Points Businesses are increasingly prioritizing IT modernization to cater to evolving customer demands and commercial landscapes. Central to these strategies is the implementation of advanced digital processes that enhance...

EdTech Insight – Share forms for collaboration using your Microsoft account

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The recent announcement by Microsoft introduces a significant innovation in collaborative digital tools through the enhancement of Microsoft Forms. Users can now share forms for collaboration through their Microsoft accounts, a move...

EdTech Insight – 3 Lessons from The Washington Post’s Leadership Turmoil

by EdTechMate | Jul 3, 2024 | Harvard Business Review, News & Insights

Executive Summary and Main Points The recent leadership turmoil at The Washington Post underscores critical insights for the education sector, particularly in hiring practices, transparency, and leadership accountability in higher education institutions. Key trends...