Microsoft Teams Insider

Jeremy Dalton from PWC and Cathy Moya from Microsoft explore Microsoft Mesh, discussing its use cases like training and cultural events. They touch on virtual reality integration in Teams meetings, emphasizing AI futures to enhance collaboration in virtual worlds.

In this podcast, they discuss the EU's 'Statement of Objections' to Microsoft, Dynamics 365 Contact Center GA release, Teams Phone Resource Account changes, Copilot plugin for Sales Teams, and Bookable desks. They also mention Skype for Business Server Subscription Edition and thank Logitech for their support.

Craig Durr, Chief Analyst and Founder of The Collab Collective, discusses the evolution of Microsoft Teams meeting rooms and devices. Topics include AI's impact, multi-camera solutions, the proliferation of video bars, and the benefits and challenges of AI agents in meetings.

Craig Cothern, National Director of IT Delivery at Century Communities, and Oli Lifely, Head of Sales at Luware UK, share insights on revolutionizing communication in home building. They discuss the shift from traditional telephony to Microsoft Teams and how Luware Nimbus tackled unique challenges like call reporting and routing. The duo highlights the importance of advanced call management for enhancing customer experience and the crucial role of technology in redefining contact centers from mere answering services to dynamic operational hubs.

Listen to Chris Fitzsimmons and Tom Arbuthnot as they delve into the world of AI in Microsoft Teams Meeting Rooms, discussing Copilot, intelligent speakers, cameras, and the balance between AI progress and user preferences. Explore the evolution of AI technology, enrolling voices for transcription, licensing details, intelligent camera capabilities, and the importance of standardized hardware selection for a consistent meeting room experience.

In the June 2024 update, Microsoft Teams introduces Dynamics 365 Contact Center integration, public preview of Microsoft Places, and advances in CoPilot technology. The episode also discusses new Teams devices, roadmap updates, and upcoming events like webinars and Fireside chat with Tracy.

Robert Skyrme, BT/EE Technical Pre-Sales Consultant, and Tom Arbuthnot discuss Teams Phone Mobile, integrating mobile identity with Microsoft Teams for seamless calls and compliance recording. They cover use cases for field workers, sales teams, and engineering teams, highlighting the benefits of unified communication. The podcast also touches on eSIM technology, global accessibility through carrier collaborations, and licensing models for Teams Phone Mobile.

Chief Architect at Symity, Jamie Wheeldon, and MVP Tom Arbuthnot discuss the impact of generative AI on the Modern Workplace, emphasizing the importance of educating employees in AI adoption. They explore AI's potential to solve productivity challenges, ethical considerations, Microsoft's role in AI adoption, and the need for structured AI adoption and continuous learning. The podcast delves into the potential for AI to revolutionize education.

Richard Barrett, Microsoft 365 Technical Specialist, and Tom Arbuthnot discuss meeting recording, transcription, and AI tools in Microsoft Teams. They talk about explicit consent, access control for recordings, policies for sensitive data, and the value of AI features like Copilot and Intelligent Recap.

Microsoft MVP Randy Chapman discusses the challenges of managing BYOD devices at scale, importance of hardware quality in room collaboration devices, and the growing emphasis on sustainability in room solutions. The conversation also delves into the evolution of meeting room technology and the significance of compatibility and seamless integration.