On this episode of No Slides Attached, Helane Cohen and Fede Pacheco are joined by Dr. Henry Chesbrough, the pioneer behind the concept of Open Innovation. Dr. Chesbrough shares his insights on how organizations can (and should) leverage both internal and external ideas to drive technological advancements. The conversation dives into the rise of AI, comparing it to past technological leaps, and explores how businesses can adopt AI through a collaborative, user-friendly approach. The episode continues with the announcement of season 2 and its theme: industry. Pam Salzer, Senior Director for Microsoft's Industry Go-To-Market Team, emphasizes the importance of addressing industry-specific needs and how AI is being used to solve real-world problems across sectors such as healthcare, education, and finance. Pam elaborates on how AI is already making a significant impact already and her excitement for the future. She highlights that AI is not just a future technology but something that is actively transforming industries today.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Applying the Open Innovation framework as a partner in the era of AI
• The potential for AI to improve knowledge curation and problem-solving in organizations
• Many companies are testing AI but haven't fully immersed in it. What does that mean for partners?

Some questions we ask:

• Is the rise of AI equivalent to other technological advancements in the last decades?
• Where do you see AI’s biggest impact and most surprising achievements?
• What’s your advice for incorporating industry-focused conversations into a go-to-market strategy?

Resources:

1. Join the conversation on LinkedIn with #NoSlidesAttached
2. Let's partner: Drive AI transformation with Microsoft
3. Explore the Microsoft Industry Clouds and explore resources and kits for all industries.
4. Learn more about Dr. Henry Chesbrough and his work
5. Explore the Oxford Handbook of Open Innovation
6. Empowering Responsible AI

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• Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast
• The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast
• The BlueHat Podcast

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On this episode of No Slides Attached, Helane Cohen and Fede Pacheco are joined by Facundo Monteiro, Director for Security in Microsoft LATAM. Facundo delves into the value of having a Copilot for Security that responds to threads in minutes. In the second part of the episode we are joined by 2024 Security Partner of the Year for the US and Canada. Micah Heaton, Micah reflects on the experience of being in the Design Advisory Council for this Copilot, as well as the remarkable opportunity for AI applications in the space.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How Microsoft Security integrates across clouds and platforms
• BlueVoyant's learnings as a member of the Microsoft Copilot for Security Design Advisory Council

Some questions we ask:

• What is Copilot for Security and how does it fit our existing security solutions?
• Why should you always consider security even if they aren’t doing a security project?

Resources:

• Join the conversation on LinkedIn with #NoSlidesAttached
• Microsoft Copilot for Security: General Availability details
• Demo: Microsoft Copilot for Security: AI-Powered Security for All
• Let's partner: Drive AI transformation with Microsoft
• Learn AI foundations: expert-led seminar on the foundations of AI
• Get assistance from Microsoft technical pre-sales experts to accelerate an AI opportunity
• BlueVoyant is a Proud Participant in the Microsoft Security Copilot Design Advisory Council

Related Microsoft Podcasts:

• Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast
• The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast

Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts

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On the first episode of No Slides Attached, Helane Cohen and Fede Pacheco are joined by COO and Go-VP To-Market Heather Deggans to discuss the value of taking a step back and talking about the big picture when it comes to AI conversations. Heather walks us through a framework for enabling AI transformation, including the emphasis on trust and safeguard as we co-innovate with partners. In the second part of the episode, we hear from 2024 Partner of the Year for AI & Copilot Innovation, Insight Canada. Trish O'Keeffe and Mike Crampton tell the story of how their organization has become a thought leader in the space by striving to be early and heavy users of AI tools.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• What considerations to have in your first AI conversation with a customer?
• What have Microsoft and Insight learned about AI in the past 2 years?
• Why should partners trust the Microsoft Cloud for their AI transformation?

Some questions we ask:

• What is a Copilot prompt you can’t live without?
• What are the benefits of building your AI practice with the Microsoft Cloud?
• What advice do you have for partners that are starting to make AI part of their practice?

Resources:

• Join the conversation on LinkedIn with #NoSlidesAttached
• Case Study: Navigating the AI Revolution With Insight, Flynn and Microsoft Copilot
• Let's partner: Drive AI transformation with Microsoft
• Learn the Five Drivers of AI Value (Whitepaper)
• Work Trend Index: Microsoft’s latest research on the ways we work.
• Learn AI foundations: expert-led seminar on the foundations of AI
• Get assistance from Microsoft technical pre-sales experts to accelerate an AI opportunity

Related Microsoft Podcasts:

• Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast
• The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast

Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts

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Welcome No Slides Attached: AI Stories with Microsoft Partners 🎙️✨ - a journey into the transformative world of AI and the Copilots helping us achieve more. We've designed this podcast for partners who are eager to gain insights, learnings, and inspiration from their peers. Seeking a breather from emails, meetings, and presentations? Our hosts from Microsoft's Partner Go-To-Market team, @Helane Cohen and @Fede Pacheco, look to connect with you on the go. Tune in to hear meaningful conversations that combine the expertise of Microsoft leaders and the inspiring stories of partners, as they showcase real-world examples of how they are thriving in the era of AI.

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