Forward Deployed
Microsoft
As organizations accelerate their adoption of generative AI and intelligent agents to transform how they build and manage solutions, IT professionals and developers are expanding their expertise to design, deploy, and govern AI-powered systems—leveraging Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Foundry to integrate collaboration tools, enforce enterprise-grade compliance, and support both low-code and pro-code development. With built-in security frameworks, governance controls, and seamless integration with Microsoft Security, Entra, and Purview, these platforms empower teams to innovate responsibly while maintaining visibility, control, and trust across the AI lifecycle. Learn from Microsoft MVPs, product team members, and industry practitioners how they’ve built secure, collaborative, and compliant AI applications and agents using Microsoft’s trusted AI ecosystem.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 33min
Episode 84: What's Going on with Microsoft Copilot Studio (w/ Thomas Abel)
Copilot and agent news is coming out all the time. How does one keep track? What's new? What's happening? Thomas Abel, Director of Product Marketing for Microsoft Copilot Studio joins Ken and Sean for a must listen episode on all the news for agents and Microsoft Copilot Studio.
Apr 8, 2025 • 25min
Episode 83: Managed Security (w/ Mihaela and Shawn)
In this episode of The Low Code Approach, we are joined by Mihaela Blendea and Shawn Nandi to dive into the transformative world of Managed Security for Microsoft Power Platform. Discover how this suite of advanced security features is revolutionizing the way organizations protect their data, manage access, and ensure compliance in an AI-driven era.
Apr 1, 2025 • 27min
Episode 82: Power Naps (w/ Jocelyn Panchal)
In this dreamy episode of The Low Code Approach, we invite you to drift into a peaceful slumber with Power Naps. Let the soothing cadence of Microsoft Learn documentation lull you into a restful night and tuck you in securely. As the moonlight dances on your window, our gentle narration will guide you through the serene landscapes of low-code development, where every line of text is a step closer to tranquility.
Close your eyes and imagine the soft rustle of pages as we explore the wonders of managed security. Each word is a whisper, each sentence a lullaby, designed to ease your mind and cradle you into a deep, rejuvenating sleep.
So, snuggle up, relax, and let the gentle flow of knowledge carry you away on a cloud of dreams. Sweet dreams, dear listener, and may your night be filled with restful Power Naps.
Mar 18, 2025 • 26min
Episode 81: The Graph-father (w/ Amit Panchal)
What is the Microsoft Graph? How can organizations use it in Microsoft Power Platform? Most likely, you're already using it and didn't know. It's a good thing we had Amit 'The Admiral' Panchal, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft, join the podcast to give us all the details on the importance of the graph, where you can use it in low code solutions, and how to get started using it.
Mar 11, 2025 • 27min
Episode 80: Power Platform Governance Misconceptions
Microsoft Power Platform releases new features and tools all the time. And with a constant flow of news and updates, sometimes content gets lost. What this often leads to is misconceptions of Power Platform and governance offerings. Ken, Jocelyn, and Sean chime in on how to break free from the noise, get the information you need, and debunk some misconceptions.
Feb 18, 2025 • 32min
Episode 79: Dataverse Starts with Data (w/ Oleg and Prithvi)
Join Oleg Ovanesyan, a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft Dataverse, and Prithvi Khosla, a Product Manager for Microsoft Power Platform, as they explore the groundbreaking Data Workspace feature. Discover how AI-assisted mapping reshapes data management and simplifies migration processes. They discuss integrating external data sources without traditional ETL methods, enhancing security measures, and empowering user experience through feedback. Oleg and Prithvi also compare AI's impact to electricity, elevating creativity while ensuring human control in decision-making.
Feb 11, 2025 • 29min
Episode 78: We're Gonna Need a Bigger Cube (w/ Guy in a Cube)
In this exciting episode of the Low Code Approach, Sean, Ken, and Jocelyn are joined by special guests Patrick and Adam from Guy in a Cube. Together, they dive deep into all the latest and greatest news about Microsoft Fabric from Ignite and European FabricCon. Tune in to hear Patrick and Adam share their insights and expertise on the newest features, updates, and innovations in Microsoft Fabric.
Read up on all the Ignite highlights here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-fabric/blog/2024/11/19/accelerate-app-innovation-with-an-ai-powered-data-platform/
Jan 28, 2025 • 36min
Episode 77: To Build or To Buy (w/ Ryan Cunningham)
2024 was a big year for Microsoft Power Platform and the story is even bigger in 2025. Who better to shepherd us into the new year than Ryan Cunningham, VP Power Platform Applications, to answer all of our questions on how agents are changing the landscape of low code solutions, how do organizations approach governance at the pace of innovation, and what was the news that may have been missed pertaining to governance licensing!
Check out Ryan and Clay's session at Microsoft Ignite here: https://ignite.microsoft.com/en-US/sessions/BRK171?source=sessions
Jan 21, 2025 • 28min
Episode 76: Microsoft Purview and Power Platform (w/ Scott Magee)
Microsoft Power Platform has incredible security features, but it only gets better when the rest of the Microsoft Security stack gets included. In this example, Scott Magee joins the podcast to go over why Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Power Platform is a better together story to reduce risk and increase security.
Learn more about protecting your data with Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Power Platform: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/release-plan/2023wave2/power-platform-governance-administration/monitor-protect-data-purview
Jan 14, 2025 • 20min
Episode 75: AI is Everything (w/ Richard Riley)
Agents are everywhere and so is Microsoft Copilot, but what does that actually mean? Luckily, Richard Riley, GM Product Marketing for Business Applications, joins the podcast to talk the difference between agents and Copilot, who gets the most out of agents, and what's next for agents. This episode is jam packed with information and value and we're excited to hear how Richard helps shape your thoughts on what's possible with Microsoft Copilot and agents.
