Monday, June 30, 2025
Sizes for Virtual Machines in Azure
Microsoft Azure provides a wide range of sizes and types of virtual machines to address your organization's needs. These specialized virtual machines are available with single, multiple, or fractional GPUs. These sizes are designed for compute-intensive, graphics-intensive, and visualization workloads. This interactive table provides you with a quick and easy description of each type. Explore what Microsoft Azure has to offer! Contact us for a personalized demo.
TEI of Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop
Organizations need reliable data to guide decisions about desktop virtualization. This Forrester Report, "The Projected Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop," offers insights into the financial and operational benefits you can achieve. Download the report to see the cost savings and increased productivity gains that come with these solutions. Contact Contoso Technical Solutions to start the conversation about your virtualization strategy.
NBA players are improving performance with AI on Azure AI infrastructure
Imagine the amount of data generated from 30 NBA teams, more than 500 NBA players with each team playing 82 games per season! If you want to analyze that massive amount of data, not just the shots and rebounds made, but players' body movements in real time like speed, dunk height, number of passes, dribbles, and injury risk, you need incredible computing power and storage capability. To handle this enormous increase in data, obtained in sub-second latency, the NBA turned to Microsoft Azure for storing and processing. The NBA and Microsoft Azure are a winning combination! Read this testimonial! Contact Contoso Technical Solutions, a Microsoft partner, for help writing your company's Azure success story.
Introducing the new Surface Copilot+ PCs
Step into a new AI era with Microsoft's ultimate Copilot+ PCs: The new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop. Packed with more than 45 Tera Operations per Second (TOPS) and a built-in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) chip, these devices deliver the fastest, most powerful, and intelligent experience you have ever seen on Surface PCs. They present a fantastic opportunity for businesses to transform their workflows and interactions with PCs. As a trusted Microsoft Surface partner, we're here to guide you through this reimagined computing experience. With a Surface Laptop designed by none other than Microsoft, you can reshape the way you harness the power of technology in your business. Contact us to order the latest Surface for Business devices today!
Baptist Health saves 4,400 hours annually with Azure Virtual Desktop
Managing healthcare workloads efficiently is a challenge for many organizations. This customer story highlights how Baptist Health saved 4,400 hours annually using Azure Virtual Desktop — streamlining workflows, improving staff experiences, and boosting operational efficiency. Read the story to learn how it tackled modern healthcare challenges and achieved real results. Contact Contoso Technical Solutions to discuss how your organization can benefit from a similar approach.
Surface for SMB - Device Comparison Flyer
Discover the power and versatility within Microsoft's Surface for Business. Powered by Intel or Snapdragon, these devices are designed to enhance your business with intelligent power. With AI revolutionizing productivity, Surface allows you to engage with this transformative technology for maximum business advantage. The Surface Pro and Laptop for Business offer powerful AI experiences and new levels of employee engagement. With Microsoft's commitment to customer choice, you'll find the perfect fit for your operational needs. Already, a significant number of leaders agree that to stay competitive, adopting AI is crucial. And Surface Business products make that effortless. Featuring state-of-the-art specs, Surface Pro for Business and Surface Laptop for Business come equipped with Intel® Core® Ultra or Snapdragon® X Plus processors, all in sleek designs. Be a part of the AI revolution. For the latest Surface devices with Intel or Snapdragon processors, contact us today!
Monday, June 23, 2025
Discover why ING banks on Windows 365 to improve management and performance for a remote workforce
Managing a remote workforce comes with challenges. This customer story highlights how ING improved management and performance for its teams by implementing Windows 365 Link. Read the story to see how it overcame hybrid work challenges, improved security, and delivered a better employee experience. Contact Contoso Technical Solutions to discuss how Windows 365 Link can transform your hybrid work environment.
Cloud Migration Simplified
Migrating to the cloud isn't a one-size-fits-all project. That's why Microsoft created this step-by-step guide "Cloud migration simplified" to help leaders with cloud solutions that are right for their organization's needs. Businesses that migrate to Azure experience 80% cost savings and five times faster performance for workloads like SQL Server. Ready to start your cloud migration journey? Read this eBook and contact us to learn how Contoso Technical Solutions, a Microsoft partner, can help guide your journey every step of the way.
Windows EOS One page flyer
The Microsoft document sheds light on the importance and urgency of upgrading to Windows 11 Pro from Windows 10 and the risks associated with continuing with outdated devices. Sticking with outdated PCs can put businesses at risk. Make the upgrade before support ends for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Once support ends, users will miss out on vital Windows feature and security updates. Windows 11 Pro is a business-ready solution that delivers enhanced productivity and security enhancements. It provides powerful hardware-backed protection and assists in faster completion of demanding workloads. Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro delivers a reported 250% ROI with fewer help desk calls, improved security, and easier deployment. It's compatible with existing technology for a smooth transition and offers advanced AI capabilities for efficiency. Windows 11 Pro is not just an upgrade; it's an opportunity to reshape your workstyle and experience supercharged efficiency. To order the latest Surface devices with Windows 11 or for upgrade information, please contact us today!
Surface for SMB - Better Together Flyer
The Microsoft Surface, in alliance with Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, is redefining the way small businesses operate in this technologically evolving world. The power of these three combined is reshaping the modern workforce, offering seamless access to tools, apps, and innovative AI experiences. This Solution Brief highlights how the specially designed Surface takes full advantage of the features of Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, offering optimal experiences. Learn about exclusive CoPilot benefits and how powerful NPUs boost on-device AI performance across Microsoft Surface Pro for Business and Microsoft Surface Laptop for Business. The detailed Solution Brief also emphasizes the uncompromising chip-to-cloud security that Windows 11 Pro provides, putting ultimate control in your hands and offering peace of mind in our digital age. Discover how transformative AI experiences like Microsoft Copilot and Windows Studio Effects can accelerate innovation in your business. So, it's time to challenge the boundaries of what's possible and reimagine your productivity with Surface and Windows 11 and the power of Microsoft 365. Contact us today to order the latest Surface devices.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
What Is the New Hushed Hybrid Work Trend?
The new hushed hybrid work trend has employees colluding with the managers to allow work-from-home days in secret. This trend has both benefits and drawbacks-as well as far reaching implications for business ops and talent acquisition.
Surface and ARM in Education Flyer
Dive into our piece 'Surface and ARM in Education' and uncover how Microsoft Surface with ARM endpoints and AI can reshape educational experiences. The latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon® X series processors in Copilot+ PCs enhance productivity while Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Copilot+ PCs deliver rapid startup, outstanding battery life and energy-efficient performance, even on the go. Leverage advanced AI features such as Live Captions and translation from 44 languages straight on your device. Enjoy robust security thanks to the Microsoft Pluton security processor and TPM 2.0. Discover a vast app ecosystem accessible on ARM-based Surface devices, supported by partnerships with over 300 developers. Manage your devices efficiently with Microsoft Intune or Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager. Discover how ARM-backed Surface devices can help you reimagine learning. Contact us today to order the latest Surface with Snapdragon® X series processors today!
Council Post: The Evolution Of Modern Enterprise IT
A new breed of IT companies has emerged with an innovative approach. The focus became on scale, efficiency and automation.
Surface AI Endpoints for Education
This overview of Surface devices and AI in education delves into how integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Surface devices can remarkably reshape educational experiences. The focus is AI's emergence in education via Microsoft Copilot - a companion working alongside Surface Copilot+ PCs, bringing a wealth of AI-enhanced tools and features for more productive and engaging learning. AI-driven education technology encapsulates inclusive designs ensuring equitable education while aiding in managing and safeguarding your IT environment. Moreover, it introduces increased personalization, greater user engagement, improved accessibility, and more effective usage of educational data; all streamlined for content creation. Check out this brief and to order the latest Surface device for education, contact us today.
Monday, June 16, 2025
Are you paying too much for the cloud? Free assessment
Are your cloud costs far exceeding initial projections and wrecking your IT budget? Because we partner with leading cloud providers, we can help you reduce cloud waste. Schedule a free consultation to learn more.
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How migrate to innovate: Be AI-ready
Preparing for AI is about more than just adopting technology — it's about creating a secure, scalable cloud environment. This eBook offers practical insights into how Azure enables businesses to address critical migration challenges while becoming AI-ready. Download the eBook to uncover cloud migration and AI strategies. Connect with Contoso Technical Solutions for tailored Microsoft Azure support.
'Tiny' AI, big world: New models show smaller can be smarter
IBM Research has developed a compact time-series forecasting model with fewer than 1 million parametersThis small model enables fast predictions and requires | Think bigger means better in AI? Think again.
Migrate to Innovate: Be AI-ready, Be Secure
Learn how Azure meets you where you are by accelerating innovation with AI while addressing pressing day priorities such as managing rising costs and controlling IT sprawl.
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Balancing AI Innovation and Tech Debt in the Cloud
With meticulous governance, organizations can harness the power of AI while maintaining a secure, compliant and cost-effective cloud environment.
Introducing Windows 365 Link - the simple, secure, purpose-built device for Windows 365
Managing devices in a hybrid work environment can be challenging, from ensuring security to maintaining consistent user experiences. Windows 365 Link addresses these challenges by providing a secure, purpose-built device designed specifically for Windows 365. This video introduces Windows 365 Link and how it simplifies IT management, enhances device security, and provides employees with a flexible, consistent desktop experience. Watch the video for more insights and contact Contoso Technical Solutions to discuss how Windows 365 Link can fit into your IT strategy.
'The worst thing you can do' after a data breach, according to a cybersecurity expert
Data breaches are so common that you may be tempted to ignore them altogether. But doing so is a big mistake, cybersecurity experts say.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Case Studies in Cloud Migration: How five businesses used the cloud to adapt and innovate
Migration is more than moving workloads; it's about transforming operations for scalability, security, and innovation. This eBook shares five compelling case studies of businesses that achieved remarkable outcomes with Microsoft Azure. Gain insights on strategies and takeaways to guide your migration. Download your complimentary copy now and connect with Contoso Technical Solutions to discuss your migration goals.
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Managing diverse endpoints in a hybrid work environment can be overwhelming. 😓 Download the eBook for modern endpoint strategies you can use to stay ahead. @microsoft
Hybrid work is here to stay, but securing diverse endpoints and maintaining productivity can be complex. The eBook, "Securing Today's Workplace," offers strategies for modernizing endpoint management with Windows 11 Enterprise and Microsoft Intune. Download the eBook today to discover practical endpoint security strategies and contact Contoso Technical Solutions to learn how to modernize your IT environment.
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University of Reading standardises on Microsoft Surface to achieve sustainability goals. | Microsoft Customer Stories
The University of Reading turned to Microsoft Surface to address challenges in standardization, cybersecurity, and environmental sustainability. They were able to streamline their device management, cut support time and costs, and realized a reduction in environmental impact. Aiding in their commitment to be the world's most environmentally friendly university, the Surface's lifecycle was a key factor in the decision, having an accurate measure of each device's carbon footprint, a crucial detail for an institution with significant net zero goals. Furthermore, Microsoft's commitment to being carbon negative by 2030 aligns directly with the University's own pledge. The cybersecurity landscape also saw enhancements. Using key Microsoft security tools, like Microsoft Entra ID cloud identity and Microsoft Defender, the IT team now has full visibility and control over devices, improving their overall security posture. This implementation not only assured a seamless device rollout, but also resulted in higher user approval ratings, with many replacing their desktops for the more portable Surface, highlighting the devices' superior performance and lightness. Contact us today to learn more and to order new Surface devices.
Enhancing healthcare productivity and security with Windows Cloud solutions
Healthcare providers face growing challenges in balancing patient care with IT security, especially as hybrid work models become the norm. This customer story highlights how Windows Cloud solutions help healthcare organizations boost productivity, secure data, and improve patient outcomes. Give it a read and connect with Contoso Technical Solutions to discuss how you can leverage Windows Cloud for your organization.
Surface for Higher Education eBook
In an era where AI is reshaping the educational landscape, relying on conventional teaching methods won't yield optimal results. Hence, this week we delve into how 'Surface for Higher Ed: Ready for Teaching and Learning with AI Experiences!' is instrumental in paving the way in this transformation. This robust, flexible technology not only adapts at the pace of AI but also equips institutions with the ability to execute a successful AI strategy. Surface devices are designed to create educational value, shaping instruction and learning while influencing productivity and outcomes. It also offers imperative chip-to-cloud protection, safeguarding identities and data. By fostering immersive learning experiences, Surface devices amplify AI investments, driving new efficiencies. Contact us today to learn more and get your new Surface devices for higher education.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Surface Laptop 13-inch-Snapdragon Fact Sheet
We're excited to announce the expansion of the Surface for Business Copilot+ PC Portfolio with robust 13-inch Surface Laptop. Powered by the Snapdragon® X Plus (8 Core) Processor and equipped with advanced AI processing with 45 TOPS from the NPU, this device will transform and reshape mobile computing. Responsive processors, all-day battery life that lasts up to 23 hours on a single charge, and reliable connectivity through Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth Core 5.4 ensures you have the power and performance you need to get through your day. Check out this datasheet for full details on this powerful new Surface device and contact us today for ordering information.
HR is just 'scratching the surface' of what AI can do, leaders say
From automating tasks to analyzing data and answering internal questions, AI is transforming HR departments by freeing up HR managers to tackle strategic initiatives like diving deeper into trend analysis to predict attrition and success rates of workers.
Expanding the Surface for Business Copilot+ PC portfolio
Microsoft is enhancing and expanding the Surface for Business Copilot+ PC portfolio, revealing the revolutionary 12-inch Surface Pro and 13-inch Surface Laptop. Designed to fully leverage both local and cloud-based AI, these new additions are set to redefine how organizations adopt, engage with, and benefit from advanced AI technology. The new Surface Pro and Surface laptop are fitted with the powerful Snapdragon X Plus processor, rethinking your perception of portable AI power. They offer phenomenal battery life and streamlined security, allowing productivity to thrive wherever work unfolds. Secure by design and default, they come with the latest Windows 11 Pro, providing robust defense against phishing, malware, ransomware, and other threats. This latest blog has all the details on these announcements. So, check it out and be sure to contact us for information and availability on ordering these new Surface devices today!
Forrester TEI of Windows 365
IT teams are pressured to deliver secure, flexible infrastructure that supports hybrid work, all while keeping costs in check. This Forrester report outlines how Windows 365 drives measurable business value, including IT labor savings, faster onboarding, and reduced hardware costs. Download the report to understand the ROI of Windows 365, then contact Contoso Technical Solutions to talk through your needs.
How AI-Powered Immunoscience is Transforming Healthcare
See how new AI tech is helping to make connections between diseases once thought to be unrelated, unlock treatment options, and usher in a new era of drug discovery.
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Monday, June 2, 2025
Securing Your Migration
As businesses adopt AI and cloud-native technologies, security becomes a critical foundation for innovation. This eBook discusses how to implement comprehensive security measures during cloud migrations, ensuring scalability and risk reduction. Learn how strategies like Zero Trust and tool consolidation enable secure, innovative growth. Download the eBook now to position your organization for success and contact Contoso Technical Solutions for a free consultation.
Cloud computing in the United States - statistics & facts
Discover all statistics and data on Cloud computing in the United States now on statista.com!
CTT-Correios de Portugal migrates to Azure to be AI-ready and more secure
Moving to the cloud can spark innovation but can also introduce security challenges. This customer story highlights how CTT-Correios de Portugal addressed these concerns by migrating to Azure. Read its story to learn how the travel and transportation leader built an AI-ready, secure platform to drive growth and stay ahead of the competition. Contact Contoso Technical Solutions to explore how Azure's solutions can transform your business.
Cybersecurity Has a Talent Shortage. Here's How to Close the Gap
By embracing future-ready workforce practices to close the cybersecurity talent gap, employers will be in a better position to capitalize on opportunities and address emerging threats. Cybersecurity experts at are ready to help you strengthen your security posture.
Self-Service Windows 365 Cloud PC Provisioning at Microsoft
When IT resources are stretched thin, giving employees the ability to self-serve can be a game-changer. This blog post shows how Microsoft enabled its own workforce with Windows 365 Cloud PCs, delivering easier onboarding, improved employee access, and faster provisioning without overloading IT. Read how they did it and see what this could look like for your organization. Reach out to Contoso Technical Solutions to discuss how to support secure self-service in your workplace.
Simplify IT operations with observability and AIOps
IT teams face multiple operational challenges that can be effectively addressed with the right observability and AIOps solution.
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