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The University Health Network leverages Microsoft Azure and AI to bridge the gap between cancer research and treatment

July 9, 2019

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, nearly 1 in 2 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, and the disease continues to be the leading cause of death in Canada – 1 in 4 Canadians will die of cancer or cancer-related illnesses....Read more

Loblaw uses Microsoft AI to Break Down Silos and Unlock new Insights in the Digital Age

June 12, 2019

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

The impact of tech intensity is a reality for every industry in Canada. Companies need to not only be fast-adopters of best-in-class technology but also build their own digital capabilities....Read more

Unlocking innovation in Canada – the time to act is now!

April 24, 2019

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the defining technology of our time. Organizations that take advantage of all that it has to offer are arming themselves to compete now and in the future. A recent study of European leaders highlights how businesses that are actively implementing AI are more than twice as likely to be high-growth companies....Read more

Shaping the future of IT through AI and Cybersecurity at Ignite/Envision 2018

November 28, 2018

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

Whether you’re the president of a technology company or a data analyst just starting out in your career, my advice is always the same: always look for opportunities to learn more, discover new trends and upskill your technical abilities. In an industry that moves as fast as technology, I try to heed my own advice...Read more

The Future is Now for AI Innovation in Canada

March 22, 2018

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

We have reached a unique point in time when the pace of technological change is emerging at an unprecedented rate. A time when rising technologies such as…...Read more

Reflecting on Microsoft Tech Summit in Toronto: It’s an Exciting time to be in Technology.

December 14, 2017

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

After enjoying the tremendously successful Microsoft Tech Summit in Toronto, I am inspired by the stories of those who have harnessed power of the cloud to transform their businesses and excited about the projects many of our partners and customers are undertaking in 2018....Read more

Microsoft Tech Summit

October 26, 2017

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

We’re excited to announce Microsoft Tech Summit is coming to Toronto on December 13 – 14, 2017. Build your skills with the latest in cloud technologies at this…...Read more

A Lookback at Sibos: Digital Transformation with the Financial Services Ready Cloud

October 24, 2017

By Kevin PeeskerPresident at Microsoft Canada

Sibos is the world’s premier financial services event, organized by SWIFT. It brings together more than 8,000 executives, decision makers and thought…...Read more

Moneris delivers best practices in customer service with Dynamics 365

Since 2000, Moneris Solutions Corporation (‘Moneris’) has been offering businesses industry-leading payment solutions that make doing business easy, but a legacy ticketing system was hindering support efficiency. Each time a customer service representative talked with a customer, they had to go through several screens to access data. This outdated system wasn’t well integrated with other...Read more

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