From Atomic Energy to Microsoft's FastTrack: Paul Mare's Insightful Journey and Guided Tour of Dynamics 365 Implementation

Nov 20, 2023

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Are you eager to get under the hood of Microsoft's FastTrack team? Join us as we converse with Paul Mare, an experienced manager from Microsoft, who shares invaluable insights about the design, architecture, and governance of Microsoft's customer solutions. From his intriguing career trajectory, starting at the Atomic Energy Corporation, to his adventurous safari in Botswana, Paul's anecdotes make for an absorbing listen, while offering a unique viewpoint on balancing professional and personal life.
FastTrack is more than just a team - it's an evolution of proactive architects shaping customer solutions. Once an escalation team, FastTrack now handles the complexities of projects with license revenue above 300,000K and delivers value to all projects. Hear how they gather feedback from projects and use it to inform their engineering decisions. Decoding the dynamics of this team, Paul enlightens us about the importance of working closely with partners and customers for successful project delivery.
When implementing Dynamics 365, where do you start? With the Total Success by Design Framework. Paul provides a comprehensive guide to using this book for successful project implementation. Understand the significance of early discussions during the implementation process and how the Dynamics 365 implementation portal can provide visibility and context for your project. With the right strategies and tools, creating visibility for your project and effectively onboarding projects is achievable. So sit back, enjoy the insights, and discover how you too can navigate the world of Dynamics 365 with confidence.

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