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Cross-industry

Published 16/04/2025

3 min read

Agents of Change: unlocking the potential of AI-powered agents

AI-powered agents are reshaping the workplace by automating routine tasks and supporting human innovation. Explore insights from Microsoft’s Agents of Change report and learn how businesses can seize the opportunity of agentic AI.

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Insurance

Published 11/02/2025

5 min read

2025: the year of data and AI innovation in UK Insurtech

The UK insurance sector is undergoing a tech-driven shift in 2025, led by Insurtech innovation. Discover how companies such as PPL, InsurX, and Cenata are using Microsoft Cloud and AI solutions to reshape the industry and drive impact.

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Public sector

Published 06/02/2025

3 min read

Driving innovation in the UK public sector with AI

Discover how AI is transforming the public sector, with key insights from Microsoft’s AI Public Sector Roadshow at the Met Office in Exeter.

Logos of 12 companies in the Microsoft UK GenAI Accelerator Cohort, part of a programme supporting generative AI innovation

Cross-industry

Published 09/12/2024

4 min read

Announcing the 12 companies selected for the Microsoft UK GenAI Accelerator

Discover the 12 pioneering UK software companies selected for the inaugural UK GenAI Accelerator. These innovators are applying generative AI to tackle industry challenges and create impactful solutions across sectors.

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Cross-industry

Published 30/09/2024

6 min read

Unlock the AI and SaaS opportunity in partnership with Microsoft

As an independent software vendor (ISV), partnering with Microsoft enables you to innovate, scale, and drive competitive advantage. Discover the opportunity and read success stories from partners that create solutions using the Azure Cloud and AI.

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Cross-industry

Published 27/08/2024

7 min read

Setting a precedent: how A&O Shearman is embracing AI to transform the legal sector

Discover how A&O Shearman uses Microsoft Azure and AI to transform the legal sector, enhance productivity, and streamline contract negotiations.

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Cross-industry

Published 27/08/2024

6 min read

Staying in the fast lane: how Confused.com is leveraging AI and cloud technology to improve customer experiences

Find out how Confused.com leverages Microsoft Azure and AI to enhance customer experiences, drive efficiency and stay ahead in the insurance comparison industry.

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Cross-industry

Published 27/08/2024

5 min read

Get with the program: five ways cloud tools make life easier for developers

Cloud tools like Microsoft Azure and Visual Studio can help streamline your software development with seamless scaling, integrated environments and AI-powered productivity. Find out more.

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Cross-industry

Published 27/08/2024

4 min read

Future-proof your business’s cloud platform: five things you need to know

Read our five top blog tips on how Microsoft Azure and cloud technology can drive AI innovation and enhance your organization’s efficiency.

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Cross-industry

Published 27/08/2024

5 min read

From employee engagement to customer insights: four ways the cloud can unleash the power of business data

Discover how to unleash the power of your business data with AI-driven cloud tools, breaking down silos and fostering a data-driven culture using Microsoft Azure.