Business Professionals - IT Experts
Business Professionals - IT Experts
If you’ve been watching the virtualization space, you’ve likely noticed a shift: more and more companies are moving away from VMware. This isn’t just a trend—it’s a response to real changes in cost, licensing, and strategy following Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware in late 2023. Let’s explore what’s driving this shift, what alternatives are gaining traction,…
As AI becomes more deeply integrated into business workflows, the ability to design effective prompts is becoming a critical skill. With Power Automate Copilot, Microsoft empowers users to harness the power of generative AI directly within their automation flows. But to get the most out of it, you need to know how to write prompts that deliver reliable, relevant,…
In today’s digital workplace, automation is key to improving productivity, reducing manual tasks, and streamlining operations. Microsoft Power Automate is a powerful tool that enables users to create automated workflows between apps and services—without needing to write code. Whether you’re a business analyst, IT professional, or just someone looking to save time, Power Automate can help you…
As a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) and Partner, Ariel IT Services is committed to keeping our nonprofit clients informed and prepared for changes that impact their technology strategy. One such major change is coming soon: Microsoft is discontinuing its free (grant-based) Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1 licenses for nonprofits, effective July…
In the age of digital transformation, the manufacturing sector has undergone a significant metamorphosis. The advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) has paved the way for Industrial IoT (IIoT), leading to the rise of smart factories. These factories are not just a vision of the future; they are a reality today, driving efficiency, reducing…
Since my last post on Copilot, I found a concerning error! In our last newsletter, I wrote an article titled “Microsoft Copilot – Stop Using Search Engines.” Since then, I have continued my daily use of Copilot for various reasons, including research, writing assistance, finding information in our systems, and analyzing data from our other…
A Comprehensive Guide for a Seamless Transition The End of Windows 10 Support As technology advances, so must our operating systems. Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will officially end on October 14, 2025. This means no more security updates, technical support, or bug fixes will be provided beyond this date. To ensure…
Flexible Billing and Pricing Updates for Microsoft Subscriptions Microsoft will be increasing prices on Annual Subscriptions that are paid monthly. Please review the following announcements from Microsoft to see how you may be impacted.
I was barreling toward a line of trees on my new 250cc dirt bike, and I couldn’t remember how to stop it. This was the first dirt bike ride of my life, and I instinctively tried to squeeze the handbrake, instead I twisted the throttle inwards, which caused the bike to go even faster. A…
Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, but it also poses new challenges for cybersecurity. Here are some of the main risks and how to mitigate them.
I have been participating in Guys Who Give – Boulder County since 2018 and it’s an amazing group of guys! Over a 100 of us commit to give $100 (or more) per quarter to a local non-profit. It’s about the easiest way to donate to a local 501c3 there is (and it’s fun)! Once a…
A blog by Ariel IT Services, a Manage Service Provider Voice duplication is a form of cyberattack that uses artificial intelligence to create realistic and convincing imitations of human voices. Cyber criminals can use voice duplication to impersonate employees, customers, or executives and trick unsuspecting victims into revealing sensitive information, transferring funds, or granting access…
