For MSPs trying to go “Microsoft‑first” without blowing up their business, Ben Wilcox lays out the playbook ProArch uses every day. Hear how a 500‑person firm standardizes on Microsoft 365, Azure, Defender XDR, and automation while still leaving room for partners and third‑party tools where they actually add value. Why Listen See why ProArch standardized on Microsoft security (Defender XDR, Intune, Purview) instead of juggling multiple point products. Understand the journey from on‑prem servers and basic AV to EDR/XDR, zero trust, and 24/7 SOC operations. Get actionable starting points for going Microsoft‑first: Azure AD, Intune, conditional access, and Defender for Business/Premium. Hear how to gradually move customers from on‑prem AD and file shares to hybrid identity and cloud‑native storage like OneDrive and SharePoint. Learn how Nerdio and Remo3 help manage multi‑tenant Microsoft environments, AVD, and app packaging efficiently. Discover how ProArch evaluates which third‑party tools to keep and which to replace with built‑in Microsoft capabilities. Understand Microsoft Purview’s role in data classification, labeling, insider risk, and safe Copilot rollouts. Get insight into identity as the top cyber risk and how passwordless logins (Windows Hello, passkeys, YubiKeys) can reduce phishing impact. Hear real‑world challenges of enforcing zero trust with vendors who want you to weaken security controls. Learn how telemetry across devices, email, identities, and behavior allows risk‑based decisions and automatic enforcement. Get a realistic look at deepfakes, AI‑generated voices, and their impact on fraud and social engineering. See what Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) membership means and why MSPs should look for MISA‑aligned partners. Explore how ProArch partners with MSPs: one‑time projects, co‑managed solutions, dedicated offshore teams, and SOC outsourcing. Webinar : How to Build Agents that Understand Your Data with Copilot Studio: https://linkly.link/2Tcp6 Links from the Show: Microsoft 365: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365 Microsoft Azure: https://azure.microsoft.com Microsoft Intune: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-intune Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD): https://azure.microsoft.com/services/virtual-desktop Microsoft Purview: https://www.microsoft.com/security/business/microsoft-purview Microsoft Copilot: https://copilot.microsoft.com/ Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA): https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/intelligent-security-association Microsoft Ignite: https://ignite.microsoft.com Nerdio: https://getnerdio.com Rimo3: https://www.rimo3.com/ RSA Conference: https://www.rsaconference.com Windows Hello: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/tips/windows-hello === SPONSORS: Livestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlocker Legacy Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/ Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmz Production Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongard Travel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoip Travel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugrid Digital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerready === SHOW MUSIC: Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock Logo Item URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UET Author Username: AlexanderRufire Item License Code: 7X9F52DNML SHOW INFORMATION: Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/ Host: Marvin Bee Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ Become a monthly supporter: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcast
