This first episode of the rebranded Microsoft Frontier Partners Podcast dives into the biggest AI and Copilot announcements coming out of Ignite 2025, as host Fede Pacheco and guest Karin Skapski, Sr. Partner Solutions Architect, break down what matters most for partners. They explore the launch of Copilot for Business, the debut of Agent 365 for managing AI agents at scale, and WorkIQ, the intelligence layer that deepens Copilot’s contextual understanding. Throughout the episode, partners from across the Frontier Club share their thoughts and excitement on customer adoption, security, real-world AI use cases, and what it means to become a true Frontier firm.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How partners are using Copilot Chat to lead Frontier Transformation
• Why monthly active usage is becoming a key success metric for AI adoption
• What customer zero looks like inside leading partner organizations

Some questions we ask:

• How does Copilot for Business make AI more accessible for smaller organizations?
• Why is Agent 365 such an important addition for managing AI agents?
• What does WorkIQ add to the Copilot experience for users and developers?

Resources:

• Microsoft Ignite 2025 Book of News
• Copilot Business Blog | Launch Kit in English, Spanish, French
• Agent 365 | Copilot and agents built to power the Frontier Firm (including WorkIQ)
• Frontier Partner badge | Frontier Distributor designation
• CPO Nicole Dezen’s Ignite Recap
• RSM Case Study

Related Microsoft Podcasts:

• Hybrid Cloud Partners
• The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast
• Afternoon Cyber Tea

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In this special edition of No Slides Attached, Fede Pacheco and Shivani Ranganathan bring you the voices, news, announcements, and excitement from IT Nation Secure 2025 in Orlando. This episode features exclusive interviews with leaders, industry experts, and partners from ConnectWise, discussing AI, Microsoft's powered security strategies, and the strength of the MSP community. Tune in to hear about the latest trends and insights from the cybersecurity world.

• The importance of AI and automation for MSPs
• How Microsoft's security strategies align with ConnectWise technologies.
• The role of community and ecosystem in driving growth and innovation.

• What are the key trends in AI and automation for MSPs?
• How do Microsoft's security tools integrate with ConnectWise solutions?
• What are the benefits of community and peer learning for MSPs?

• Join the Microsoft Americas Partners Linkedin Community
• Learn more about ConnectWise and their cybersecurity solutions.
• Explore the ConnectWise 2025 Cybersecurity report
• Watch our compilation of interviews here

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On this episode of No Slides Attached, Helane Cohen and Fede Pacheco revisit standout moments and insights from Season 2’s incredible lineup of guests, and dive into the critical role security plays in various industries, particularly in the context of AI and data protection. They explore how companies, from retail to healthcare, must integrate security into every phase of their processes to protect valuable customer data and maintain trust. Discussions highlight the importance of "security by design" and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity challenges, including compliance, bad actors, and privacy concerns. Experts from different sectors share their experiences and strategies for navigating the complex world of security, emphasizing the need for responsible innovation and collaboration in the face of emerging technologies.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Challenges retailers face when managing security particularly in protecting customer data
• The importance of privacy and security with the rise of AI in the educational industry
• Security concerns come and how companies balance speed with proper risk management

Some questions we ask:

• How does a data breach affect a retailer's brand and sales?
• Why is PCI compliance crucial for retailers?
• How do privacy standards like GDPR affect the use of AI in education?

Related Microsoft Podcasts:

• Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast
• The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast
• The BlueHat Podcast

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