Community Sift: Use-Cases, Insights and Reviews | 2026 Cuspera

Microsoft has partnered with the Toronto Blue Jays to integrate cloud and AI technologies, enhancing fan experiences and sports operations. This multi-year deal includes branding initiatives and coll...aboration on data analytics to improve decision-making and innovation in sports.
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Microsoft will retire the license-included version of Azure VMware Solution (AVS) by October 31, 2026. Customers must acquire VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) licenses from Broadcom and transition to a ...different Azure setup by August 30, 2027. This move aligns with Broadcom's strategy to focus on larger customers using VCF.
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PLDT and Smart Communications have partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI into their operations using Microsoft 365 Copilot. This collaboration aims to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and inno...vation across the organization. By embedding AI into everyday workflows, PLDT and Smart are transforming processes in finance, procurement, and customer service, focusing on long-term impact and capability building.
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Microsoft Customer and Partner Solutions (MCAPS) used Power Automate Process Mining to improve their demand generation process. The team analyzed event log data and used Copilot to find bottlenecks a...nd inefficiencies. They discovered that 20% of cases required rework and the review loop was the main bottleneck. By automating steps with Power Automate and Copilot, they expect to cut the process timeline from 12 weeks to 8 weeks. This case highlights the impact of AI-driven process mining and automation for marketing operations.
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Microsoft Incident Response investigated a BlackByte 2.0 ransomware attack. The attacker moved from initial access to full impact in under five days. They exploited unpatched Microsoft Exchange Serve...rs and used tools like Cobalt Strike and AnyDesk. The attacker stole credentials, moved laterally, and exfiltrated data using a custom tool. The attack caused major business disruption for the victim organization.
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Reliable Electric used Microsoft Power Platform to replace a costly, hard-to-use legacy system for work order estimation. The new PowerApps-based solution cut data entry time in half and made it easi...er for electricians to generate accurate proposals. The app connects directly to a SQL database, removing the need for manual copy-pasting and ensuring up-to-date information. Employees now have full control over their data and can quickly update estimates. The company expanded PowerApps use to other business processes, improving efficiency across the board.
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