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Understanding AI: From intelligent bots to machine learning 

I'm not ashamed to admit that it's taken me a little while to get my head around the two letters we're seeing more and more: AI. Speaking with customers and partners has made me realise that I'm not the only one who needed a 'dummies guide' for this rapidly emerging technology. Part of my problem was that I couldn't see AI. It wasn't a specific application or software; it was 'under the hood' and intangible. What I've come to realise is that AI is a set of technology and tools that's increasingly becoming woven into everything we do. Whether we realise it or not, we're already using it in our everyday lives.

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Creative people, creative culture: lessons from Future Decoded 2018 

It feels good to be creative, doesn’t it? Whether that means mixing up how you work, collaborating in flexible ways, or tackling challenges on the fly. I, for one, love the feeling of experimenting with new technology and seeing where it takes me. At Microsoft, we believe that every person has creative potential. And that businesses need to help their employees find ways to flex their creative muscles. This is the inspiration behind our devices. And it’s also a key inspiration behind our annual Future Decoded event.

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Better tech, better business: lessons from Future Decoded 2018 

The world of business is changing fast. UK companies are having to really re-think how they work. Especially if they’re keen to innovate quickly and keep up with trends. At Microsoft, we understand that outdated tools, processes, and workplaces stifle people’s ability to work creatively. I want to share some of my key takeaways from the incredible speakers at Future Decoded.

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Migrating to the modern desktop made easy 

Everyone wants the latest and greatest tech but something is stopping IT teams from migrating employees to modern desktops. A Windows PC is where the majority of your employees will do most of their work and, for them, it’s always been an easy choice. Most people are already happily using Windows 10 at home. But IT departments seem to be more hesitant.

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How do you solve the employee engagement challenge? 

Employee engagement surveys are a very important and valuable way to get information. But with plenty of assumptions and biases from leaders and employees alike, they can’t be the single source. You need real data from your business processes to back up your plans for improving employee engagement.

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Maximising the AI opportunity in healthcare 

Technology is changing so quickly. Since joining Microsoft four years ago, I’ve seen it grown so much – not just in business, either. I often get asked the same question by nurses and clinicians: “What does Microsoft do in healthcare?” I saw it in action at Future Decoded, standing side-by-side with our NHS customers.

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Build a bot in under 3 minutes… in Azure! 

Chat bots are an increasingly popular way for businesses to disclose information in a more conversational way, but where do you even start? Theo van Kraay takes a look at how you can get your own bot up and running in a matter of minutes.

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The future role of a CIO 

A modern CIO is taking a human-centric approach to technology. They’re focussing on the employee experience, ensuring everybody is empowered to work the best they can, using technology that suits their working style. Find out what a modern CIO needs to do to help their organisation flourish.