From Excitement to Enforcement: Governing Copilot
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From Excitement to Enforcement: The Reality Check Every Copilot Deployment Needs

Sometimes the most important conversations happen after the confetti settles and the demo screens go dark. The Honeymoon is Over I just finished recording the latest “Guardians of M365 Governance” episode, and honestly? It felt like sitting in on a therapy session for IT professionals. Joy Apple, Christian Buckley, and Diego Silva weren’t pulling any…

Alex & Ragnar Show # 125 – Copilot Agents Governance mit Rencore
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Copilot Agents Governance: 10.000 Agents und kein Plan

Einen wunderschönen guten Abend in die Nation! Gestern Abend hatten wir wieder Matthias Einig von Rencore zu Gast in der Alex & Ragnar Show #125. Und was er uns erzählt hat, lässt einen schon mal kurz schlucken. Wild West vs. German Angst Stellt euch vor: Ein Pharmaunternehmen in den USA – 130.000 Mitarbeiter, völlig normale…

Mastering Copilot Studio Governance with Rencore
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Mastering Copilot Studio Agents Governance with Rencore: Key Insights from the Guardians of M365 Governance

In the latest episode of “Guardians of Microsoft 365 Governance,” hosts Christian Buckley, Joy Apple and me welcomed Matthias Einig, CEO of Rencore, for a deep dive into the evolving world of Copilot Studio governance. What emerged was a fascinating discussion that feels both familiar and entirely new – like déjà vu with a modern…

How SharePoint is Making Governance Easier and More Secure
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How SharePoint is Making Governance Easier and More Secure: Lessons from the Frontlines

SharePoint Advanced Management features (no additional license required!)

How to prevent AI from accessing sensitive content

New reporting capabilities for monitoring AI interactions

SPFX customizations for enhanced security

Evolution from “governance committee that says no” to collaborative testing

Agent governance parallels with Power Platform challenges

Using AI to Enhance Oversight Streamline M365 Compliance
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Using AI to Enhance Oversight & Streamline Compliance

In the latest episode of Guardians of M365 Governance hosts Ragnar Heil, Joy Apple, and Christian Buckley welcome dual Security and M365 MVP Alistair Pugin to delve into the transformative potential of AI for government compliance and oversight functions. As public sector organizations face increasing regulatory demands with limited resources, artificial intelligence offers promising solutions to enhance efficiency while maintaining rigorous standards.

EasyLife 365 Identity
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How EasyLife 365 Identity transformed my Azure App Management Experience

In today’s complex Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, managing app identities has become a critical yet often overlooked aspect of IT operations. After years of struggling with expired certificates, unclear ownership of app registrations, and the constant anxiety of potential service disruptions, I have discovered EasyLife 365 Identity—a solution that has changed how I approach…

SharePoint Governance: Making it Easier and More Secure in the Age of AI
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SharePoint Governance: Making it Easier and More Secure in the Age of AI – Insights from #GoM365Gov

SharePoint Governance: Making it Easier and More Secure in the Age of AI – Insights from Guardians of M365 Governance In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, Microsoft SharePoint stands as a cornerstone for organizations seeking to enhance collaboration, streamline workflows, and manage information effectively. As businesses increasingly rely on SharePoint for critical operations, the significance…

Microsoft 365 Copilot for B2B Collaboration
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Microsoft 365 Copilot for B2B Collaboration: A New Era of Cross-Organizational Productivity

Microsoft continues to break down barriers in workplace collaboration with its latest announcement: Microsoft Copilot is now available for Business-to-Business (B2B) members in Multi-Tenant Organizations (MTOs). This update, detailed in Message Center notification MC933534, marks a significant step toward seamless cross-organizational teamwork by extending Copilot’s AI-powered capabilities to external partners and collaborators. Let’s explore what…

Alex & Ragnar Show # 121 - Teams Agenten & der neue Copilot Chat
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Alex & Ragnar Show # 121 – Copilot Agents & neue Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

Neuerungen und Updates im Microsoft 365 Copilot-Ökosystem Das Jahr 2025 startet mit spannenden Neuerungen für Microsoft 365 Copilot und KI-gestützte Tools. Im Fokus stehen dabei in der Alex & Ragnar Show Copilot Chat, Agents und die Integration von KI in den Arbeitsalltag. Sven Becker, GTM Manager zu Copilot Cross Solutions bei Microsoft Deutschland war zu…

Viva Engage Rencore
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Taming the Wild West of Viva Engage: Why Provisioning Communities is Your Governance Sherriff

Viva Engage (formerly Yammer) is a powerful tool within Microsoft Viva for fostering connection, knowledge sharing, and community building across your organization. It empowers employees to connect around shared interests, projects, and organizational initiatives, breaking down silos and boosting engagement. However, like any powerful tool, without proper governance, Viva Engage can quickly become a source…