Oracle claims unmatched cloud capabilities—Google Cloud pushes back in a major way. The hyperscaler debate heats up as customers seek clarity on what really matters.
By tapping the Model Context Protocol, Microsoft ensures a wide range of AI tools can access corporate assets stored in its Dataverse platform, while furthering the industry’s aggressive adoption of MCP.
Biz Apps Partner Podcast: Joe Corigliano Shares His Top 10 Highlights at Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit
Joe Corigliano joins John Siefert on the Biz Apps Partner Podcast to discuss the Top 10 things he’s most looking forward to during the Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit.
Biz Apps Partner Podcast: Microsoft’s Ross Ladwig on Aligning AI Strategy with Partner Growth in FY26
In this episode of the Biz Apps Partner Podcast, John Siefert is joined by Ross Ladwig, Partner Solutions Sales -…
Biz Apps Partner Podcast: Microsoft’s Steve Thomas on AI Transformation, Evolution of MAICPP
MAICPP Director Steve Thomas joins the Biz Apps Partner Podcast to define how Microsoft is leading the front in AI transformation.
Biz Apps Partner Podcast: Paystand’s David Gersten on Role of AI, AR Automation Differentatiors, Event Expectations
David Gersten provides insights on Paystand’s involvement with the Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit, the role of AI, and latest innovations.
Microsoft’s 15,000 layoffs are a strategic move to retool for an AI-driven future, not just cost-cutting.
Biz Apps Partner Podcast: Microsoft’s Mary Madrigal Shares Key Takeaways on AI, Benefits of Partner Collaboration
In this episode of the Biz Apps Partner Podcast, John Siefert welcomes Mary Madrigal, Sr. Partner Development Manager, Microsoft. Madrigal sheds light…
Microsoft Copilot Enhancements: Intelligent Assistance, Memory, and Mobile Functionality
With the latest wave of Copilot features, Microsoft enhances AI functionality for Outlook, mobile users, and Mac installed base.
Microsoft’s recent layoffs are not just cost-cutting. They’re a strategic realignment for the AI era, signaling a broader shift every business will soon face as the AI revolution transforms work from top to bottom.
The Partner Masters CEO Justin Slagle highlights opportunities for partners in Dynamics, Modern Work, AI, and security.
In under a year, AWS and NVIDIA co-engineered a hybrid liquid-air cooling system, showcasing the speed and depth of tech collaboration in the AI era.
Biz Apps Partner Podcast: Microsoft’s Cecilia Flombaum on FY26 Priorities, Partners Driving Modernization
Cecilia Flombaum of Microsoft joins John Siefert in this episode to discuss key initiatives in FY26, her keynote session at the Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit, and how partners are helping to drive modernization.
Veteran tech giants prove resilience and innovation still win, matching the market power of cloud-native disruptors.
How Nicus and ServiceNow Are Transforming Enterprise IT Spend with AI and Financial Intelligence
Nicus helps large enterprises connect technology costs to business value through AI-powered analytics.
Despite their age, legacy companies like Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and IBM match the market value of newer cloud-native leaders, proving the power of incumbency in the cloud and AI era.
Major health system shows the importance of planning for governance in the earliest days of deploying AI tech, as well as building a stable of tech vendors and platforms to enable innovation.
Amla Commerce’s Tom Flierl discusses what attendees can expect from the company at the Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit, including AI integrations for their two eCommerce products.
AI Agent & Copilot Podcast: How Duke Health, Avanade Are Leading AI Governance in Healthcare
Duke Health chief data scientists details core components of governance, as well as work with Avanade, Microsoft, and other vendors to derive maximum advantage from AI technology.
The Cloud Wars Top 10 have surged past a $10 trillion market cap, reflecting unprecedented business confidence in the AI- and cloud-powered future.
Leading cloud and AI providers are partnering with enterprise customers to develop a comprehensive framework designed to secure AI systems and agents, advancing the industry’s ongoing push for stronger safeguards.
DynamicWeb’s Ryan Meade shares what partners can expect from DynamicWeb with the impact of AI and Microsoft’s shifting strategy.
AI Agent & Copilot Podcast: AIS’ Brent Wodicka on Operationalizing AI, the Metrics That Matter
Cycle time, accuracy, cost per successful task completion, and end-user satisfaction are vital metrics that will give visibility into the success of AI projects.
YAVEON CEO George Delp shares his expectations for the Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit and explains what the company is doing with Agentic AI.
Oracle and SAP have rebranded themselves as cloud-first AI powerhouses, rivaling Google Cloud’s dominance.
The latest Cloud Wars update reveals strong growth across major cloud providers, with shifting dynamics that signal an increasingly competitive and evolving market.
OpenAI’s new deal with Google Cloud signals a strategic shift to diversify compute capacity and ease growing tensions in its complex partnership with Microsoft.

Bellevue, WA
July 28-29 2026
36-Hour Immersion into the FY27 Priorities that define Partner Success in the AI Era Register Now
AI Partner Podcast
AI Partner Executive Podcast: Partner Enablement Workshop Speakers Define Marketing Track Sessions
Partner Enablement Workshop speakers Rachel Profitt, Sam Bush, and Marie Wiese share details on their sessions at the upcoming event.









