Azured Blog

Azured prides itself on the level of expertise, passion and dedication of our specialists. Each of the articles below has been written by one of Azured’s own, reflecting on their experience to share carefully observed trends and insights as relevant in IT today.
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Microsoft 365 pricing changes 2026: How to Optimise, Save and Prepare

Microsoft 365 pricing changes will apply to Australian renewals after 30 June 2026, with increases of up to 33% across Business and Enterprise plans. This makes early Microsoft 365 renewal...
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January 28, 2026

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Microsoft Purview – can one tool solve all your problems?

Microsoft Purview promises to solve data governance challenges, but what's the reality? Explore a practical analysis of this comprehensive compliance solution.
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July 31, 2025

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AI vs Generative AI systems: What’s the difference and why it matters

With the rapid emergence of AI-driven tools like Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Purview has become a critical enabler of AI, playing a crucial role in helping organisations protect their data estate.
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May 23, 2025

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How to maximise your Microsoft 365 investment in 2025

With the rapid emergence of AI-driven tools like Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Purview has become a critical enabler of AI, playing a crucial role in helping organisations protect their data estate.
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January 29, 2025

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What is Microsoft Purview?

What is Microsoft Purview? With the rapid emergence of AI-driven tools like Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Purview has become a critical enabler of AI, playing a crucial role in helping organisations...
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November 26, 2024

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Tough times demand a smart IT strategy

In times of economic uncertainty, businesses reduce budgets in an effort to ensure long term survival. However, this creates an opportunity for a smart IT strategy.
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July 31, 2024

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Unspent IT budget in FY24? Action plan for smart spending

For IT departments with tens of thousands in unspent IT budget in FY24, this is an action plan for smart spending on last-minute initiatives.
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April 24, 2024

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AI governance checklist: Answering those inevitable questions from management

“That” executive is walking down the hall towards your office. You know what AI governance questions they are about to ask. How will you respond?
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January 24, 2024

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Identity management: An organisation’s biggest vulnerability?

Managing employee identity is a lifetime commitment. The Problem: Compromised credentials in user accounts Many business leaders consider targeted attacks to be their biggest security concern. The truth? 52% of Australian...
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October 26, 2023

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