Microsoft Manufacturing Virtual Pressroom

Welcome to the virtual pressroom for Microsoft Corp.’s Manufacturing & Resources Industry Group. This Web site is designed to provide members of the press with important information about Microsoft’s involvement in the high tech, automotive, oil & gas, chemical and general manufacturing sectors.

Microsoft and Accenture Upstream Computing Survey Details Growing Trends in the Oil & Gas Industry
Survey Details Growing Trends in the Oil & Gas Industry
March 26, 2012
Survey of over 200 industry professionals reveals they are looking for a simpler upstream technology environment.
2011 Upstream Survey Results
Upstream Oil & Gas Computing Trends
Featured News
Smart Grid Implementation Rises 25 Percent in the Past Year, According to Utilities Industry Survey
Smart Grid Implementation Rises 25 Percent in the Past Year, According to Utilities Industry Survey
Jan. 24
Third annual survey uncovers critical need for business intelligence solutions that manage massive amounts of data for business insight.
Global High Tech Summit 2011
Global High Tech Summit 2011
Feb. 10
Event brings together hundreds of high tech professionals to discuss ‘Navigating the New Normal.’
Smart Grid Revolution Becomes “Disruptive” for Utilities Worldwide According to New Microsoft Survey
Smart Grid Revolution Becomes “Disruptive” for Utilities Worldwide According to New Microsoft Survey
March 11
Big changes in business models, information technology systems and energy sources create new norm for utility production, transmission and distribution.
View full survey results
View full survey results
.pdf file, 1.4 MB
Johnson Controls Uses Microsoft Surface to Showcase Solutions for Sustainability
Johnson Controls Uses Microsoft Surface to Showcase Solutions for Sustainability
Feb. 25
Massive multitouch, multiuser interactive technology provides improved visibility to improve energy efficiency in buildings.

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Empowering the Dynamic Workforce

March 19, 2012

Intelligent Systems Taking Hold in Retail, Healthcare and Manufacturing

Dec. 20, 2011

Microsoft Launches the Chemical Reference Architecture Initiative

Sept. 20, 2011

Digital Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Transforming Fragmented Manufacturing Industry Value Chain, According to Microsoft Study

April 3, 2011

Microsoft and Partners to Address Industry Challenges at Inaugural Asia High Tech Industry Summit

Nov. 5, 2008

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