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Microsoft lies Beneath the Surface of an innovative Irish business ApisProtect

ApisProtect, co-founded by Cork native Dr Fiona Edwards Murphy, brings the power of advanced sensors and AI (Artificial Intelligence)  to beekeepers around the world.   ApisProtect uses cutting-edge science, engineering, and advanced business processes to bring honey bee-saving technology to every corner of the globe. This Irish company has built an innovative system involving sensors, […]

What lies Beneath the Surface of a creativity-led business like Izzy Wheels

Izzy Wheels, a business which designs wheel covers for wheelchair users, was founded by Galway sisters Ailbhe and Izzy Keane. Izzy, who was born with Spina Bifida, finds freedom in her wheelchair but felt it never expressed her personality—until her sister Ailbhe began using her talents in art and design to create colourful wheelchair covers […]

Connecting Rural Communities Through Microsoft Airband

As communities across Ireland have adapted to a world increasingly shaped by COVID-19, we have all seen first-hand how important broadband connectivity and access to technology have become. From enabling remote working and learning, to rolling out virtual social services and accelerating the shift to ecommerce, a fast and reliable internet connection is underpinning our […]

AI Ireland Podcast Series

Microsoft is delighted to team up with AI Ireland – awarded top 10 AI podcast, to bring you a series of discussions from business owners, academics and thought leaders on how they are innovating using AI. Episode 1 In episode 1 we are joined by Pat O’ Connor MD and Co-Founder of VRAI, Bibhas Bhattacharya […]

Microsoft Surface + Microsoft Teams, updating a powerful combination

The power of pairing a Microsoft Surface device with Microsoft Teams has never been more important than in the last year. We have been busy listening to users’ needs and implementing improvements and quality-of-life updates to make the experience better and more natural than ever. Watch all the updates in this short video series.   […]

MJ Flood Technology awarded Advanced Specialisation in Calling for Microsoft Teams.

MJ Flood Technology is the first Irish partner to be awarded the Calling for Microsoft Teams Advanced Specialisation. This specialisation will help MJ Flood to continue to grow their customer’s use of Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365 Phone System, and Calling Plan while also helping customers realise business outcomes and drive even more value from their […]

New Microsoft Research Reveals Changing Habits of the Irish Remote Worker

One Year On: What Five Lessons Have We Learned About The Hybrid Workplace? A year ago today, we were adjusting to working from home following the first lockdown. Then later last year, we shared insights into how workers were adapting, and how a digital culture could empower employees to be productive in a disrupted world. […]

Microsoft Teams: Lots and Lots of New Features

As we reflect on the radical transformations that took place last year and how the world of work as we knew it dramatically changed, I wanted to take a moment to share with you some of the recent key milestones that occurred for Microsoft Teams to help you and your organisation make the most out […]

Learning in lockdown: one year on

It’s both an understatement and a cliché to say that things have changed in the last year. But while the one-year anniversary of the first lockdown isn’t something anyone will celebrate, the impact it has had on the way we work and learn is undeniable. We spoke to four higher education professionals from different institutions […]

Providing a StepIn2Tech for those impacted by COVID-19

Microsoft announces new training programme equipping 10,000 people with the digital skills required to gain in-demand roles within the digital economy Over the past two months, we have all had to face renewed measures to limit the spread of the coronavirus. From staying at home and limiting our movements to engaging once again in remote […]

UCD Digital Policy Masters

Microsoft Ireland and Microsoft EGA have partnered with University College Dublin to establish the Microsoft-UCD Digital Policy Programme. This is the first programme of its kind in Ireland, which brings industry partners, the public sector and leading academics together with the goal of building digital policy training and capability in Ireland and Europe. The Programme, […]

Spark your creativity with DreamSpace

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and organisation on the planet to achieve more. As technology permeates every aspect of our lives, it is critical that the next generation has the skills for the jobs of the future. With this mission in mind, Microsoft developed its innovative digital skills experience – DreamSpace. Launched in […]