Under the Surface

In this Episode, I speak with Tammy Briggs, a Microsoft MVP for Power Apps and Copilot Studio. We explore the transformative shift from Copilot to Autopilot . This episode dives into how organisations can harness AI as a true partner, emphasising control and governance as the keys to scalable innovation. We talk about Microsoft's Chip to Cloud approach to AI, their new edge AI machine (Surface...

Imagine having AI that not only understands your data but can orchestrate complex tasks, create content, and even manage your organizational knowledge — all seamlessly integrated within your systems. Episode 10: In this episode, I (Rob Quickenden) and fellow MVP Ami Diamond pull back the curtain on how the pace of change in AI and new dimensions Microsoft Copilot is moving into continue to reshape...

Episode 9 - Recorded: Episode 9 March 9th, 2026 In this insightful episode, I speak with Gareth Bleasdale from Microsoft about the transformative impact of AI, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and the future of autonomous agents in the workplace. Discover how these technologies are reshaping productivity, security, and organisational workflows with real business context (Work IQ), how we secure and govern a...

Summary In my first podcast of 2026, I talk to MVP Ami Diamond and discuss the evolving landscape of Microsoft Copilot and its impact on productivity and technology. We explore the role of MVPs in the tech community, the innovations brought by AI, and the future of AI models and integration. The conversation highlights the practical applications of Copilot in business, the importance of voice inte...

Following Ignite 2025, Manesh Mistry and I discuss the rapid evolution of AI, focusing on advances with Microsoft's Copilot and its implications for businesses. In this podcast we explore some of the newest features coming to Microsoft 365 Copilot including GPT-5.2, Voice mode and video with Sora 2 Video. We also discuss the growing develops of Agentic AI, and how frontier firms are embracing...

In this eposide I am joined by Manesh Minstry, a digitial artist and Microsoft 365 Copilot advisor,menror and prompting guru. We talk about the incredible pace of change, innovation,new features and new model support in Microsoft 365 Copilot. We cover the challenges around adoption, dispell some myths and re enforce Microsoft Enterprise Data Protection, Responsible AI and choice available to consu...

In this episode, Rob Quickenden (Microsoft MVP) and Microsoft's Caleb Johnson discuss the evolution of Surface devices, the impact of technology on productivity, and the integration of AI and 5G in modern computing. They explore the journey of Surface from its inception to the current lineup, highlighting innovations in design, functionality, and user experience. We talk about the huge innovations...

In this episode of "Under the Surface," I am joined by Microsofts' Christian Brinkoff from the Windows Cloud Engineering team. We explore the evolution of Windows from Microsoft original vision for a Windows device on every desk and in every home to the most recent evolution of Windows in the Cloud with Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop. We look at how Microsoft's innovations...

In this episode, Rob Quickenden engages with adoption and change consultants Mike Blair and James Webb to discuss the c ritical role of change management in maximising the benefits and potential of AI technologies like Microsoft Copilot. They explore the cultural shifts required for effective AI integration, user reactions to AI tools, and the importance of trust and ethics in AI utilisation. The...

In this episode, we talk to Microsoft's Chauncey Larsen in Redmond. We discuss the origins of Surface, innovation of Surface and Windows and Chip to Cloud Security as we explore the finer details of Microsoft's unique place in the Windows Eco systems of owning and securing the Windows environment, from firmware, DCFI, Secure Boot, TPM, Pluton Processor and Windows Hello for Business.

My first Podcast in the Under The Surface, I am live from Microsoft MVP Summit in Redmond, Washington, talking to Microsoft's Megan Gremmell about Windows in the Cloud, Windows 365, AVD and the new Windows 365 Link device. We talk market, why we need it, and the value proposition around