<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Microsoft on Safety and Defense</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&amp;web=/government/ww/safety-defense/blog&amp;page=1fae0c52-9818-468c-9be1-a421f5553953&amp;wp=ab8fe58b-cc51-4a2b-ab85-a7ef93effd50&amp;pageurl=/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/index.aspx&amp;pID=flt37</link><description>Thoughts, comments, news, and reflection from the Microsoft Government team.</description><ttl>60</ttl><item><title>Secure UC supports some of the world’s most sensitive and dangerous missions </title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=320&amp;aID=27</link><description>We continue our conversation with Tom Guthrie, president and CEO of Twisted Pair, to discuss how unified communications supports covert missions and the unique requirements of international organizations.</description><author>Mahesh Punyamurthula , Worldwide Industry Technology Strategist</author><pubDate>2013-06-12 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Secure UC now and then: The changing landscape and unique challenges of a modern technology</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=314&amp;aID=27</link><description>We sat down with Industry veteran Tom Guthrie, president and CEO of leading secure communications provider Twisted Pair, to discuss the how secure unified communications in the public sector has changed – and where it’s headed. </description><author>Mahesh Punyamurthula , Worldwide Industry Technology Strategist</author><pubDate>2013-05-30 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Command and Control Systems Support Lifesaving Citizen Services in Sweden</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=299&amp;aID=23</link><description>How the Swedish County Ambulance Service embraced new collaborative technology for faster incident response and safer communities</description><author>Martin Slijkhuis, Public Safety and National Security Industry Lead, Microsoft Western Europe</author><pubDate>2013-04-30 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>You get what you pay for: the security risks of pirated software</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=296&amp;aID=19</link><description>Cyber piracy exposes international defense organizations to growing and volatile threats </description><author>D.A. Harris, Regional Director for Public Safety and National Security, Middle East and Africa</author><pubDate>2013-04-19 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Debunking the myth of law enforcement data and embracing “Consumerization of IT”</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=290&amp;aID=15</link><description>Chief Constable Simon Parr explains how BYOD opens new doors for efficiency and productivity in the public sector.</description><author>Jennifer Steele, Senior Marketing Manager, Worldwide Public Sector </author><pubDate>2013-04-12 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>The future of public sector technology: A look inside the Microsoft Institute for Advanced Technology in Governments</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=285&amp;aID=91</link><description>Learn more about the emerging trends and issues that will shape the future of international public safety and national security agencies</description><author>Robert Hayes, Senior Fellow, Microsoft Institute for Advanced Technology in Governments</author><pubDate>2013-04-02 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>New software is secure software: The risk of holding on to Windows XP</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=281&amp;aID=12</link><description>Why upgrading is a necessity for your productivity, efficiency, IT management and security </description><author>Mark Whittington, General Manager, Worldwide Public Safety and National Security</author><pubDate>2013-03-22 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Live from IDEX: Situational awareness is the key to public safety and national security</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=262&amp;aID=15</link><description>Global Security Operations Centers support a common operational picture that’s critical to national defense</description><author>Jennifer Steele, Senior Marketing Manager, Worldwide Public Sector </author><pubDate>2013-02-20 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Live from IDEX: Groundbreaking technology that’s changing national defense</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=261&amp;aID=15</link><description>A peek into the technology and partner solutions on display this year at IDEX 2013 </description><author>Jennifer Steele, Senior Marketing Manager, Worldwide Public Sector </author><pubDate>2013-02-15 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Three tech necessities for global defense in 2013 </title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=257&amp;aID=12</link><description>Out of the evolving demands, three trends have emerged as critical for mission success in the coming year</description><author>Mark Whittington, General Manager, Worldwide Public Safety and National Security</author><pubDate>2013-02-12 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>The revolution will be optimized: technology for the next generation of public safety and national defence</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=254&amp;aID=82</link><description>Windows 8 redefines security, mobility and productivity on land, at sea and in the air.</description><author>Wayne Phillips, Industry Lead, Public Safety and National Security business, Microsoft EMEA</author><pubDate>2013-02-08 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>It’s your desktop, in your pocket </title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=227&amp;aID=73</link><description>The Next Phase in Mobility Offers Freedom from Our Devices</description><author>Marco Manuello, Windows and Device Strategy lead for Worldwide Public Sector</author><pubDate>2012-12-11 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>It’s a Windows 8 World: What the New OS Means for Public Safety and National Defense Organizations</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=200&amp;aID=12</link><description>New operating system delivers improved data security, increased mobility and unprecedented flexibility for a more productive workforce at home, at the office and anywhere around the world.</description><author>Mark Whittington, General Manager, Worldwide Public Safety and National Security</author><pubDate>2012-11-13 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Cyber Security Awareness all year long</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=193&amp;aID=33</link><description>Some thoughts on National Cyber Security Awareness Month for international agencies. </description><author>Dan Bourgoin, Senior Director, Public Safety and National Security Partners</author><pubDate>2012-10-31 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Cloud, cyber, Windows 8 and more</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=181&amp;aID=15</link><description>ISU EMEA kicks off in Rome on October 9. Find out what Microsoft executives will be talking about at this week’s event.</description><author>Jennifer Steele, Senior Marketing Manager, Worldwide Public Sector </author><pubDate>2012-10-08 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>For Microsoft Global Security the Cloud changes everything</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=167&amp;aID=52</link><description>Find out how Microsoft Global Security is leveraging the Cloud to increase productivity while ensuring the safety of Microsoft employees. </description><author>Mike Howard, Chief Security Officer (CSO)</author><pubDate>2012-09-04 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Cyber safety perspectives from Microsoft on Government</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=142&amp;aID=15</link><description>Find out how the Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit is helping governments and international organizations investigate and stop cybercrime worldwide.</description><author>Jennifer Steele, Senior Marketing Manager, Worldwide Public Sector </author><pubDate>2012-07-02 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Sharing the responsibility for a secure critical infrastructure</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=125&amp;aID=36</link><description>Learn how to incorporate security into the application development lifecycle to help in defend your critical infrastructure assets.</description><author>Lori Woehler , Senior Director, WWPS Security</author><pubDate>2012-05-30 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Technology in support of safer democracy</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=114&amp;aID=15</link><description>Find out what was said about the relationship between open government and public safety at the OGP annual meeting.</description><author>Jennifer Steele, Senior Marketing Manager, Worldwide Public Sector </author><pubDate>2012-05-03 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>European leaders discuss the future of cyber safety </title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=112&amp;aID=23</link><description>Find out what industry experts will discuss at an upcoming forum on cybersecurity and digital crimes.</description><author>Martin Slijkhuis, Public Safety and National Security Industry Lead, Microsoft Western Europe</author><pubDate>2012-05-01 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Public safety demands secure collaboration </title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=109&amp;aID=23</link><description>Find out about new security updates to improve public safety collaboration.</description><author>Martin Slijkhuis, Public Safety and National Security Industry Lead, Microsoft Western Europe</author><pubDate>2012-04-26 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Emerging national approaches to cybersecurity</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=104&amp;aID=36</link><description>Find out how to shape an integrated cybersecurity strategy.</description><author>Lori Woehler , Senior Director, WWPS Security</author><pubDate>2012-04-19 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>Why transparency in the cloud matters</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=89&amp;aID=24</link><description>Find out how to assess cloud providers’ privacy practices to ensure the highest standards in data protection.</description><author>Kellie Ann Chainier, Director of Office Regulatory and Policy Strategy, Worldwide Public Sector</author><pubDate>2012-03-27 00:00:00</pubDate></item><item><title>World Economic Forum explores emerging cybersecurity challenges, solutions</title><link>http://www.microsoft.com/government/ww/safety-defense/blog/Pages/post.aspx?postID=74&amp;aID=23</link><description>Find out what the experts had to say about cybersecurity in Davos last month.</description><author>Martin Slijkhuis, Public Safety and National Security Industry Lead, Microsoft Western Europe</author><pubDate>2012-03-01 00:00:00</pubDate></item></channel></rss>