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What’s new in Microsoft AI from this August? Stay on the cutting edge! We just dropped our latest blog post, packed with the freshest updates from Microsoft, including AI breakthroughs, key Power BI enhancements, and seamless Copilot integrations that are transforming how we work and govern data. Curious about: - What’s under the hood for Power BI users? - How is Copilot reshaping workflows and dashboards? - Why these matters for your strategy in data, analytics, and AI? Dive into the full story here and see what’s shaping the future: https://lnkd.in/gpvBZiZV Trust us, these updates aren’t just incremental. They’re unlocking potential. Iman E., Blake Lawrence, Shri Chakraborty, Kadu Anastacio, Armagan Kati, Robbie Taylor

Yesterday we joined NSW Government leaders and Microsoft for “Driving Innovation in Government: Productivity, Sustainability and Responsible AI”, an exclusive leadership briefing on the future of public services. Thanks to Ajit Ananthram and 🚀 Peachy Hongsuwong, agencies gained insights into building secure, unified data foundations to break down silos and reduce technical debt. Dul Wimalatissa and Kadu Anastacio showcased Agentic AI in Government and Enabling Sustainable Outcomes, while Alex Render, Vivek Puthucode, GAICD Shri Chakraborty, and Madeline Browne led panel discussions exploring frameworks and real-world case studies already shaping smarter, more sustainable services. A big thank you to all attendees, and to our partners at Microsoft and the NSW Government. Together, we’re unlocking the potential of responsible AI and data-driven decision-making. #NSWGovernment #AgileInsights #Microsoft #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability #ResponsibleAI #InnovationInGovernment Iman E., Blake Lawrence, Gethryn Ghavalas, Peter Xing, Josephine Princi, Ellie H.

We’re shouting free coffees at the Only Coffee Project (Victoria Cross) for the incredible Microsoft team who power innovation across Data & AI, Fabric, Azure, and beyond. Why? Because partnerships like ours start with trust... and a really good flat white. 📍 Only Coffee Project (Victoria Cross)- https://lnkd.in/gPitWVyE 🕘 100's of coffees available 🔒 Show them the code to redeem a free coffee- 7783 3236 9510 6983 Tag a teammate and swing by for a cup on Agile Insights. You’ve earned it. #Microsoft #SydneyTech #AgileInsights #CoffeeOnUs #ThankYou #DataAndAI #MicrosoftFabric #PartnershipsMatter #VictoriaCross Iman E., Shri Chakraborty, Blake Lawrence, Armagan Kati, Kadu Anastacio, Clare White, Arabella Mason, Ingrid Leary, Peter Xing, Ajit Ananthram, 🚀 Peachy Hongsuwong, Ellie H.

Businesses that lead on responsible AI will earn trust faster. In 2025, half of Australians use AI daily, yet only 36% trust it and just 30% believe the benefits outweigh the risks. Australians are calling for stronger transparency, human oversight and accountability. In our latest blog, we explore: - Why Australians are sceptical about AI - The frameworks shaping AI governance - Practical steps organisations can take to build trust and drive adoption Trust isn’t optional — it’s the foundation for AI success. Read the full article → https://lnkd.in/gnqyXCeH #AITrust #ResponsibleAI #Governance #DigitalTrust #AIAdoption #AgileInsights #AILeadership Iman E., Blake Lawrence, Dul Wimalatissa Shri Chakraborty

🌟What an incredible day at the Microsoft Cloud & AI Innovation Day in Brisbane! We had the chance to connect with so many talented and passionate professionals at the Agile Insights booth, it was inspiring to see the energy around cloud, data, and AI innovation. A special shout-out to our very own Dul Wimalatissa, who delivered an impressive keynote on “How Agentic AI is Redefining Enterprise Innovation.” Big thanks as well to Scott Cooke and Jason Cockington for running the hands-on training labs and showcasing the depth of expertise and training capability that Agile Insights brings to the Microsoft ecosystem. The future of AI-driven enterprise innovation is here — and we’re proud to be part of the journey. #MicrosoftAI #AgenticAI #AgileInsights #AIInnovation #DigitalTransformation Blake Lawrence, Shri Chakraborty, Adam Stephensen, Iman E., Armagan Kati, Kadu Anastacio, Robbie Taylor

Unlock the Future of Digital Government Join Microsoft and Agile Insights for an exclusive, no-cost leadership session on 2 September in North Sydney. Designed specifically for NSW Government executives, this invite-only briefing cuts through the noise to explore how modern data platforms and AI are reshaping productivity, sustainability, and service delivery at scale. 💡 What to Expect - Opening Keynote: Free up time for high-value work with AI, automation, and self-service analytics. - Microsoft Fabric Explained: Unify your data, remove silos, and enable AI at scale. - Sustainability Powered by Data: Move from compliance to true transparency and measurable impact. - Rapid, Responsible, Impactful AI: Discover frameworks that make AI safe, fast, and effective. - Panel Discussion: Hear from NSW Government leaders shaping the future of digital services. 📅 Date: Tuesday, 2 September 📍 Location: 1 Denison Street, North Sydney Spots are limited — secure your seat today and be part of the conversation driving the next wave of digital transformation for NSW Government. 👉 Register Now- https://lnkd.in/gsMe5kKc

🚀 Unlock the Future of Power BI Development — Join us in Sydney! We’re excited to invite you to the next session of the Microsoft Power BI & Fabric User Group Sydney: 🗓 Date: Monday, 8 September 2025 ⏰ Time: 5:15 PM – 7:15 PM AEST 📍 Venue: Level 27, 1 Denison Street, North Sydney With Darren Gosbelland Phil Seamark, we will explore the new Tabular Model Definition Language (TMDL) to streamline model creation with a code-first approach. Discover how AI-driven modeling can generate semantic models directly from business specifications—reshaping the future of intelligent BI development. See the new VS Code-based “Chat with your semantic model” MCP server for an interactive, chat-like modeling experience. Whether you're a Power BI developer, data engineer, or BI enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to get hands-on with next-gen capabilities. Spots are free but limited—secure your place today! Register Now - https://lnkd.in/gNpe57yx Armagan Kati, Matt Allington and Iman E.

Unlock the Future of Government Leadership in NSW Public expectations are rising, budgets are tightening and doing more with less has never been more vital. On 2 September 2025 in Sydney, join Agile Insights, Microsoft and senior NSW Government leaders for a high‑impact leadership briefing focused on: -Transforming productivity and sustainability -Harnessing Responsible AI on a modern, secure data foundation -Learning through real‑world case studies and interactive discussions Designed for government executives, this briefing offers practical, actionable strategies to: - Break down data silos across agencies - Accelerate sustainability outcomes - Deliver faster, smarter services to NSW citizens Why attend? -Gain technology insights from Microsoft experts -Learn from impactful case studies - Engage in meaningful discussions with peers Let’s empower NSW’s public sector to lead with innovation and responsibility. Ready to drive change? Register today- https://lnkd.in/gsMe5kKc