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Copilot Studio vs Azure AI Foundry: Which Microsoft AI Platform Is Right for Your Business?
Not sure whether to choose Copilot Studio or Azure AI Foundry? Discover the key differences, real-world use cases and decision-making criteria to help you select the right Microsoft AI platform for your organisation.
12 August 2026
Azure Cost Optimisation and Governance: How to Reduce Cloud Spend Without Compromising Security
Discover how organisations can reduce Azure costs, strengthen security, and improve cloud governance. In this expert discussion, Valto explores Azure cost optimisation, landing zones, FinOps best practices, and real-world strategies that help businesses maximise the value of their Azure investment while building a secure foundation for AI innovation.
10 August 2026
Building the AI Foundation: Key Takeaways from Our Manchester Azure Roundtable
At our Manchester Azure Roundtable, experts from Microsoft, Infinigate Cloud, and Valto explored the foundations of successful AI adoption. Discussions covered Azure AI readiness, data strategy, security, governance, Microsoft Fabric, and the steps organisations can take to prepare for AI at scale.
4 August 2026
Power Apps HR Portal: The Smarter Alternative to Traditional HR Software
Discover how a Power Apps HR Portal can automate HR processes, centralise employee data, improve employee self-service, and reduce reliance on expensive HR software. Learn how Microsoft Power Platform helps organisations build HR solutions tailored to their needs.
20 July 2026
5 Signs Your Microsoft Access Database Is a Business Risk
Many businesses still rely on Microsoft Access databases to run critical processes, but what once worked well can quietly become a risk. This article explores five warning signs that your Access database may be holding back growth, reporting, integration, and AI readiness.
17 July 2026
Microsoft 365 Tenant Migrations After a Merger or Acquisition
Planning a Microsoft 365 tenant migration following a merger or acquisition? Discover the key considerations for consolidating Microsoft 365 environments, from discovery and security assessments to migration planning, governance and user adoption. Learn how a structured, security-first approach can reduce risk and support a smooth transition to a unified Microsoft 365 tenant.
14 July 2026
Azure Cost Optimisation, AI Readiness and Microsoft Fabric: Key Takeaways from Our London Roundtable
Valto recently welcomed technology leaders to Microsoft's London offices for an exclusive roundtable focused on Azure cost optimisation, AI readiness, cloud security and Microsoft Fabric. Through expert-led discussions and peer conversations, attendees explored practical strategies for reducing Azure spend, strengthening governance, improving security and preparing their organisations for the next wave of AI innovation.
13 July 2026
Copilot Cowork Pricing Explained: Why It’s No Longer Free from July 2026
Copilot Cowork is no longer free from July 2026. As Microsoft moves to a usage-based pricing model with Copilot Credits, organisations need to understand how costs work and how to manage rollout effectively in Microsoft 365.
24 June 2026
Why Organisations Are Moving Their Intranet Back to Microsoft SharePoint
Organisations are increasingly rethinking their intranet platforms. As Microsoft 365 evolves, many are moving back to SharePoint to reduce cost, simplify governance, integrate with Teams and prepare for AI with Copilot.
15 May 2026
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