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Managing human capital in challenging times
Attracting, developing and retaining a high performing, engaged and diverse workforce are among the top goals of most human resources professionals. Those objectives also are why Microsoft sponsored a panel of federal government and industry HR executives to exchange best practices for managing human capital in challenging times.
How AI can empower correctional facilities and their clients
AI is at the forefront of an effort to increase safety at correctional institutions and help reduce re-entry, combining institutional knowledge with highly secure, data-driven insights.
How manufacturers became world leaders in IoT adoption
This blog is the first in a series highlighting our newest research, IoT Signals.
Digital transformation helps governments be more inclusive
AI has the potential to break down barriers, particularly in the government space, where people of all abilities need to stay informed and make the most of civic life.
Key use cases for modern and intelligent loss prevention in retail
The National Retail Federation completed a loss prevention survey of 63 retailers in 2019. The top two risks (and therefore priorities) for 50.8 percent of retailers in the last five years were internal theft and cyber-related incidents (such as data breaches). Retailers reported an average inventory shrink of 1.
How defense agencies harness the power of digital transformation
Microsoft cloud-based technology is built on an effort to understand the unique needs of defense agencies and to help them drive innovation—to become more modern, agile, and efficient.
Think outside the retail box (and bag and cart)
In the current “experience economy,” where the most important currency is social currency, the ability to provide an Instagram-worthy experience is priceless. Learn more about how you can reimagine retail, and how technology fits in.
Transforming law enforcement with the cloud and AI
A new cloud and AI-driven chatbot is delivering immediate dispatch assistance to San Diego Sheriff’s Department deputies, saving time and potentially lives in the process.
Breaking the paralysis of choice
Do you remember the first time you confronted the paradox of choice? For me, it happened early in my career. I was a sales manager at a well-known retailer and noticed that the more varieties of white shirts we put on display, the longer it took customers to make a buying decision.
AI in health: Are we there yet?
The upside artificial intelligence (AI) opportunity is undeniable for every health ecosystem stakeholder. You can feel the anticipation. By 2020, Gartner predicts that 70% of healthcare provider CIOs will cite advanced analytics as their top priority.