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Dustin Meany
(Field CTO, Azure)
Automation is a multiplier. Learn why automating a poorly understood process can scale errors, costs, and risk, and what to validate before moving faster.
John Miller
(Cloud Solutions Architect)
K-12 schools, colleges, and universities require different Teams Phone configurations for offices, faculty, classrooms, shared spaces, and emergency devices. This guide explains the most common use cases and design considerations.
Chris Stegh
(CTO & VP of Strategy)
As AI pricing becomes more consumption-based, SMBs need a clearer model for ownership, funding, governance, and business accountability. A two-tier approach can balance centralized control with departmental responsibility.
eGroup has enhanced its ThreatDefender MXDR service with SARA, an AI-powered portal for faster, more transparent Microsoft security investigations. Microsoft-trained analysts provide continuous monitoring, validation, and response.
Chris Stegh
(CTO & VP of Strategy)
The OpenAI and Hugging Face incident demonstrates how autonomous AI can execute familiar attack techniques at unprecedented speed. Learn which Zero Trust and Microsoft security controls can reduce the resulting blast radius.
Kai Andrews
(Field CTO - Data, AI, & Power Platform)
Should every employee receive a paid Microsoft 365 Copilot license? This five-step strategy helps organizations match AI use cases to the right tools, cost models, and adoption plans.
Phil Kinsley
(Field CTO, Security)
Organizations often outsource their SOC when 24/7 coverage, tool sprawl, and underused Microsoft security investments create more complexity than value. A Microsoft-native MXDR service can simplify operations while preserving visibility and control.
John Miller
(Cloud Solutions Architect)
Microsoft is moving the management of Teams Android devices and SIP endpoints from TAC to PMP. Follow this readiness checklist before September 2026.
eGroup’s CSP Advantage program helps organizations simplify Microsoft licensing, optimize Microsoft 365 and Azure investments, and access strategic advisory services.
John Miller
(Cloud Solutions Architect)
Learn how to configure Microsoft Teams E911 when multiple campus buildings share one street address. See how building names, places, and naming conventions improve emergency-location clarity.