Transforming businessThu, 23 Feb 2012 10:30:00 GMT
Microsoft today announced that it is investing an additional US$130 million to expand its data centre located in Dublin, Ireland. The expansion is driven by increased demand for Microsoft’s cloud services. This investment builds on the original $500m investment Microsoft made in the Dublin data centre, which has been operational since July 2009, serving customers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Click through to read the full press release and find out more about Microsoft’s commitment to the cloud.
Fueling growth and healthy communitiesTue, 21 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT
In recognition of International Mother Language Day, Microsoft, a strong supporter of language preservation, today highlighted the company’s Local Language Program (LLP). LLP enables 1.7 billion people worldwide to access technology in their own language, while striving to preserve those local languages and cultural identities. Some of the services and programs available through LLP include localised versions of Windows and Microsoft Office, available in 37 languages, and Language Interface Packs, supported by through free downloads for Windows, Office and Visual Studio, available in nearly 100 languages. Click through to learn more about the LLP and Mother Language Day.
Transforming businessFri, 10 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT
European businesses showcase interactive and customized experiences in retail that deliver customer convenience.
Fueling growth and healthy communitiesMon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT
For the fourth year running, Microsoft is supporting Safer Internet Day (7 Feb 2012), an event organised by Insafe, a European Commission initiative to raise internet safety awareness. Microsoft also releases the latest findings from the Microsoft Computing Safety Index, revealing that a majority of consumers have basic online security protection, but are less knowledgeable about how to defend against cybercrime threats such as phishing, identity theft and fraudulent links.
Fueling growth and healthy communitiesTue, 31 Jan 2012 12:30:00 GMT
In a guest blog on IDG Connect, Jean-Philippe Courtois, President of Microsoft International, reflects on youth empowerment, cloud computing, entrepreneurship the potential of technology to positively impact society. Click through to read the full blog post.
Creating new connections and experiencesTue, 31 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT
Microsoft today announced the launch of a creative storytelling contest – The Microsoft Advertising Story Awards (MSAs) – inviting media agencies and marketers from 30 countries across the world to submit a campaign idea for a brand or not-for-profit of their choice using Microsoft Advertising’s storytelling platforms. The two global winners will be awarded an exclusive VIP trip as Microsoft Advertising’s guests to the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, held in June 2012. Click through to read the press release launching the competition and find out how to enter.
Transforming businessMon, 30 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT
Today Microsoft announced limited details about Office 15. For more information, click through to go to the Office Exec blog.
Fueling growth and healthy communitiesTue, 24 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT
Microsoft is marking Data Privacy Day 2012 by releasing new data that reveals how one's online activities- if not well managed - can have serious consequences for their online reputation. The survey of 5,000 people in the US, Germany, Canada, Ireland and Spain finds that 14 per cent of people believe they have been negatively impacted by the online activities of others. Click through to read the full press release and tips to help you take control of your online reputation.
Transforming businessMon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT
The Anywhere Working Consortium today unveiled an online portal that will help UK organisations adopt more flexible working practices. The portal will serve as a resource for employers and employees alike, offering training, guidance, case studies and product offers from the consortium, whose members include Business in the Community, Microsoft, Nokia, Nuffield, Regus and Vodafone UK. The initiative is supported by the UK Department for Transport, Transport for London and the UK Trades Union Congress. Click through to read the full press release.
Using an intelligent system that ties point of sale to a SQL Server-based data warehouse, major U.K. retailer taps into a goldmine of transaction data.
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Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:30:00 GMT
During Convergence 2010 Europe, Microsoft Dynamics customers and partners will gather in London (14-15 Oct), Prague (18-19 Oct) and The Hague (20-21 Oct), to gain a deeper understanding of the Dynamic Business vision and the competitive advantage of Microsoft Dynamics products in an unprecedented economic climate.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT
9-13 November in Berlin. Welcome to the Microsoft Tech·Ed global virtual pressroom where you will find videos, keynote streams, blogs, tweets and press materials to help you better understand the news being released through the show. This site will hold all press materials so, we recommend that you check back regularly for the latest information and updates throughout Tech·Ed Europe 2009 (Nov 9 – 13), and watch for updates about Tech·Ed events taking place throughout the year.
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT
During Convergence 2009 Europe, Microsoft Dynamics customers and partners will gather in London (27 Oct), Vienna (29 Oct), Frankfurt (3 Nov) and Rotterdam (5 Nov), to gain a deeper understanding of the Dynamic Business vision and the competitive advantage of Microsoft Dynamics products in an unprecedented economic climate. (Content Updated – October 28, 2009)
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT
Microsoft locations worldwide begin to celebrate the general availability of Windows 7. Find here the live launch event in New York City, and see the latest launch photos, videos and articles.
Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMT
Deep in the Italian countryside, a wine and olive oil producer is taking an innovative approach to becoming a leaner and greener business. Monte Vibiano – an award winning winery based in Umbria, Italy – has a serious vision, to become the world's first carbon neutral farm. Central to this vision is the company's 360° green initiative, which is transforming how the business operates from the vine to the data centre. IT has played a key role in the modernization of the business, Monte Vibiano is virtualising its servers and introducing other innovative technologies to achieve its vision. (Content Updated – July 31, 2009).
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