MMS 2026 at MOA

• Operations Center simplifies the management experience within Azure, providing a cohesive platform.
• Experience a consolidated onboarding process that eases VM management directly from one interface.
• Leverage new Azure Copilot agents to enhance your overall management capabilities.
• Discover the future landscape of Azure management and how Operations Center fits into it.

• Gain insight into commonly abused ConfigMgr misconfigurations that pose security risks.
• Watch demonstrations of attacks targeting ConfigMgr servers and clients.
• Receive step-by-step guidance to remediate vulnerabilities in ConfigMgr.
• Learn strategies to secure your ConfigMgr deployment, minimizing potential security breaches.

• Adopt a 'two-layer' operating model that uses Intune/ConfigMgr for delivery while leveraging DSC v3 for reliable, self-correcting configuration state.
• Implement a production-grade Execution Template to standardize exit codes, prevent 'false green' reporting, and capture durable evidence for troubleshooting.
• Master practical techniques for offline packaging, reboot orchestration, and secrets management to replace brittle imperative scripts with reliable DSC v3 patterns.
• Walk away with a complete GitHub starter kit containing runner templates, validation tools, and sample configurations ready to deploy in your environment.

• Gain insights into the essential Intune configurations needed on day one for successful deployment.
• Identify and sidestep common mistakes that can hinder early-stage Intune setups.
• Utilize a practical day-one checklist for efficient configuration management.
• Leave with a clear, prioritized approach for immediate application in your Intune strategy.

• Grasp the fundamentals of REST APIs and their significance for Graph and AI agents.
• Utilize Graph Explorer to discover and test API calls effectively.
• Integrate Graph with PowerShell scripts to enable real-world automation.
• Comprehend how Microsoft Graph serves as the foundation for custom automation and intelligent AI agents.

• Understand key concepts that lead to Windows vulnerabilities.
• Implement immediate security measures to protect your operating system.
• Recognize immutable laws of Windows security to bolster defenses.
• Receive actionable insights for real-world security challenges.

• Learn how DeployR enhances and simplifies your PC deployment processes.
• Understand the step-by-step setup of DeployR in a lab environment.
• Gain insights into the migration process from MDT to DeployR seamlessly.
• Explore the future developments and potential of DeployR in the community.

• Understand the critical reasons for securing Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Identify the tools and features provided by Azure to enhance AVD security.
• Learn best practices for appropriately securing your AVD environment.
• Discover common pitfalls and 'gotchas' when implementing AVD security.

• Learn strategies to significantly improve OS deployment performance and efficiency.
• Explore best practices for optimizing driver and application deployments during OS installations.
• Understand how to build a robust infrastructure for enhancing imaging and large deployments.
• Implement peer-to-peer (P2P) techniques for quicker and more efficient software distribution.

• Discover the latest advancements in Intune app management and patching.
• Learn about the critical importance of effective application lifecycle management.
• Explore tools and products designed to enhance your app lifecycle management.
• Receive actionable strategies to simplify operations and ensure security in your app landscape.

• Adopt group-based segmentation to manage Dev, Test, and Prod as deployment stages rather than separate environments.
• Gain a structured approach to packaging Intune policy changes into trustworthy, validated artifacts for consistent promotion.
• Establish guardrails with validation, success criteria, and promotion gates to ensure that Intune changes are predictable and auditable.
• Integrate existing PowerShell automation with a CI/CD mindset, improving the management process at scale.

• Demystify Autopatch's phased rollout strategy to prevent common deployment mistakes, such as updating Finance before IT.
• Gain practical tips for maintaining endpoint health and ensuring devices stay up-to-date effortlessly.
• Walk away with a clear roadmap for managing update rings without the confusion associated with jewelry.
• Learn best practices to enhance your update process and streamline feature deployment for a better user experience.

• Gain a clear understanding of key AI concepts such as machine learning, neural networks, and generative models.
• Differentiate between narrow AI, general AI, agents, operators, and various common categories.
• Receive practical explanations of the technologies powering modern AI, from training data to inference mechanisms.
• Build confidence to discuss AI accurately, enabling you to ask deeper questions in future discussions.

• Discover new features available within your existing Microsoft 365 licenses.
• Understand the specific rules governing each main license type for informed decisions.
• Identify key indicators of how Microsoft alters SKUs and product offerings.
• Uncover strategies to optimize product choices for better budget utilization and enhanced protections.

• Effectively monitor updates using Windows Update for Business reports.
• Integrate Log Analytics with Intune to enhance reporting capabilities.
• Leverage community-created solutions to expand your reporting potential.
• Create and utilize custom logs for tailored insights that meet your needs.

• Stay updated on the latest advancements in Modern Content Delivery techniques.
• Master the optimal configuration methods for Windows Delivery Optimization.
• Acquire valuable tips and tricks to enhance your delivery processes.
• Utilize community tools and scripts for effective endpoint management.

• Identify common management, security, and cloud implementation mistakes to avoid future pitfalls.
• Discover best practices for checks, tools, and processes that minimize risks in IT management.
• Engage in scenario analysis to explore concrete cases and discuss alternative approaches.
• Gain actionable strategies to implement immediately within your own IT environment.

• Understand the vital role of PIM in enhancing identity security within your organization.
• Implement and manage PIM effectively to streamline administrative access and minimize risks.
• Apply governance strategies and best practices to optimize your PIM implementation.
• Learn how to enforce step-up authentication and reauthentication for critical operations to bolster security.

• Recognize key shadow AI entry points, including ChatGPT and Copilot misuse that present data exfiltration risks in Microsoft 365 environments.
• Learn to detect and monitor unsanctioned AI usage leveraging Microsoft 365 and Defender telemetry, even outside approved workflows.
• Understand the impact of AI on data access and exfiltration patterns, highlighting gaps in traditional controls for AI-assisted leakage.
• Gain practical guardrails for responsible AI adoption, balancing security, compliance, and productivity without hindering legitimate AI use.

• Gain insights on how Splashtop extends Microsoft Intune capabilities.
• Learn strategies to reduce ticket resolution time and enhance IT operational efficiency.
• Identify best practices for providing remote access and unattended support within managed environments.
• Understand security considerations and compliance alignment within your Intune and Splashtop integration.

• Deploy applications effortlessly from a comprehensive and managed catalog without the need for repackaging.
• Gain greater control over third-party app compliance with customizable testing rings, rollout strategies, and update timing.
• Achieve real-time visibility across co-managed environments, resolving issues seamlessly without console hopping.
• Expand Right Click Tools' capabilities beyond Intune and ConfigMgr to any web-based platform, including Power BI and ServiceNow.

• Understand how the Azure control plane enables consistent management across on-premises, edge, and multi-cloud environments.
• Learn to onboard servers to Azure Arc and assess your environment swiftly with built-in insights and inventory views.
• Manage Arc-enabled servers at scale with ease—apply updates, troubleshoot, monitor health, and perform key operations directly from the Azure Portal.
• Explore best practices for implementing Azure Arc to enhance visibility and control across diverse infrastructures.

• Understand principles of modular development with Bicep for scalable infrastructure-as-code solutions.
• Learn to build and publish Bicep modules to an Azure Container Registry for centralized management and reuse.
• Discover integration techniques for utilizing shared modules across multiple projects and repositories in Azure DevOps.
• Gain best practices for versioning and governance to ensure deployment consistency and reliability.

• Implement flexible targeting strategies for Intune and ConfigMgr policies.
• Execute real-time actions such as 'Run Scripts', 'CMPivot', install applications, and collect logs.
• Leverage integrated and customizable inventory and reporting capabilities.
• Gain insights to help make informed decisions based on specific business needs.

• Understand OSD and explore current deployment options available in today's environment.
• Learn how to effectively manage boot media and leverage the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK).
• Master managing Windows media, updates, features, and app packages for efficient deployments.
• Acquire valuable troubleshooting tips to resolve common OSD challenges.

• Gain a clear understanding of the IME app installation workflow for effective troubleshooting.
• Identify common failure points where application installations can go awry.
• Learn actionable solutions to installation issues, even in scenarios not officially supported by Microsoft.
• Access real-world log analysis and reverse engineering insights to enhance your Intune management skills.

• Learn to get started with the PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT) efficiently.
• Achieve consistent application installations and removals across diverse environments.
• Say goodbye to cumbersome service UIs through streamlined automation.
• Unlock customization options to adapt installations to specific organizational needs.

• Design and deploy Cloud PKI with proven security and configuration best practices.
• Understand where Cloud PKI fits and identify its limitations for effective planning.
• Acquire practical, actionable skills through live demonstrations from initial configuration to deployment.
• Boost your organization's security and operational efficiency with streamlined certificate management techniques.

Session Description

What you will learn

• A customizable VS Code profile built for PowerShell work.
• A recommended settings baseline with formatting and security covered.
• GitHub integration -- clone, branch, commit, and review PRs without leaving VS Code.
• GitHub Copilot configured and scoped to your PowerShell style.

• Understand why relying solely on prompting is insufficient for production-grade AI implementation.
• Learn how to effectively coordinate models, tools, memory, and workflows for optimized performance.
• Identify patterns that enhance the reliability and utility of AI systems in diverse environments.
• Differentiate between real architectures that deliver results and demo theater that lacks substance.

• Select affordable, quality equipment for audio, video, and lighting tailored to your budget tier and content goals.
• Optimize your recording space using practical treatment techniques to maximize audio and video quality without breaking the bank.
• Design a portable podcast and webcast setup for seamless transport to events and conferences.
• Access tips for expanding your podcasting capabilities while maintaining budget-friendly practices.

• Receive direct solutions to your ConfigMgr challenges from seasoned professionals.
• Learn effective techniques for inventory management, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Gain insights on confirming and maintaining a healthy ConfigMgr environment.
• Discover strategies to customize ConfigMgr for your organization’s specific needs.

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of your digital assets' scope and significance.
• Develop your own digital asset preservation plan tailored to your needs.
• Learn secure practices for timing the sharing of digital assets with survivors.
• Receive firsthand tips and insights from individuals experienced in digital asset recovery.

• Explore how Azure services streamline and automate key MMS functionalities.
• Identify which Azure services can be leveraged for tasks similar to those in MMS.
• Learn criteria for selecting the right Azure service among similar options.
• Gain confidence in utilizing Azure's capabilities for automation and efficiency.