MMS 2026 at MOA: Full Schedule

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8:00am CDT

Monday May 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Description:
Azure's diverse management services, including Azure Monitor, Defender for Cloud, and Update Manager, often require navigating multiple windows and varied billing processes. Operations Center addresses these challenges by consolidating management tools into a single portal, featuring streamlined onboarding and enhanced functionality through Azure agents. Gain insights into the current capabilities of Operations Center and its future direction within Azure management.

What you will learn:

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.

Speakers

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft

Brian Wren is a Principal Content Developer with Microsoft focusing on cloud management technologies including Azure Monitor. He has produced extensive documentation and training materials for System Center, most notably management pack authoring in Operations Manager, and is carrying... Read More →

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Hybrid Cloud Solutions

Kristopher Turner is a Microsoft MVP in Azure, a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), and a Product Technology Architect at TierPoint, where he focuses on delivering innovative cloud and infrastructure solutions. With expertise spanning Azure Local, Azure Arc, Kubernetes, and disaster... Read More →

Monday May 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Cedar

Azure, Management Solutions

10:00am CDT

Securing Your Azure Virtual Desktop Environment

Monday May 4, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Nokomis BC

Description:
A robust security posture is essential for Azure resources, including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). Learn the importance of securing AVD and explore various tools and features offered by Azure to implement effective security measures. Understand best practices for safeguarding your AVD environment while identifying common pitfalls that can jeopardize security efforts.

What you will learn:

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.

Speakers

Chris Cavazos

Microsoft MVP, Principal Consultant/Practice Technical Lead, Quisitive

Adam Nichols

Senior Product Manager CAT/CxE, Microsoft

Monday May 4, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Nokomis BC

Azure, Security

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3:00pm CDT

Azure Arc 101: Mastering Hybrid Management

Monday May 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Minnetonka A

Description:
Navigating hybrid and multi-cloud environments presents unique challenges for resource management. Azure Arc empowers organizations by extending Azure's management and governance to servers, Kubernetes, and databases, whether on-premises, at the edge, or in other clouds. Discover the fundamentals of Azure Arc and unlock its full potential for consistent, secure resource management.

What you will learn:

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.

Speakers

Michael Greene

Principal PM Manager, Microsoft

Michael Greene is a Principal Product Development Manager (PDM) Manager at Microsoft leading great people across the teams responsible for PowerShell, Azure CLI, Desired State Configuration, OpenSSH, and System Center. With more than two decades at Microsoft, his work has spanned... Read More →

Mason Torres

Senior Product Manager, Microsoft

Mason Torres is a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft focused on Azure Arc and hybrid server management. He works closely with customers and engineering teams to simplify how organizations manage servers across on-prem and cloud environments.

Hosts

Ameya Vijay Marathe

Monday May 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Minnetonka A

Azure, Hybrid Management

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3:00pm CDT

Modular Development: Building Bicep Modules for Effective Deployment

Monday May 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Harriet

Description:
Achieve consistency and reusability in cloud deployments by creating modular Bicep templates stored in an Azure Container Registry. Integrate these modules into Azure DevOps pipelines to enable standardized deployments and minimize duplication. Streamline your infrastructure-as-code practices and enhance maintainability with key development principles and actionable strategies for effective module management.

What you will learn:

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.

Speakers

Scott Corio

Microsoft MVP, Enterprise Cloud Architect, MMS Staff

Boasting over 20 years in IT, Scott is not only an esteemed Enterprise Cloud Architect for a major healthcare giant, but he's also a Microsoft MVP in the Azure category. With a diverse portfolio spanning healthcare, non-profit, telecommunications, retail, and travel sectors, his expertise... Read More →

David Brook

Managing Consultant & Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd

David, a distinguished Microsoft MVP in the Security category, brings a wealth of expertise in Microsoft Intune and Device Management capabilities. _x000D_
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Beyond his specialisation, David's versatility shines as he navigates the breadth of the Microsoft ecosystem, seamle... Read More →

Monday May 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Harriet

Azure, Infrastructure Automation

8:00am CDT

From ConfigMgr to Manager of Configs

Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Minnetonka A

Description:
Reimagine server management from fine-grained configuration to a flexible approach that enables any server to run what it needs, regardless of location. Transitioning from on-prem to cloud can feel overwhelming due to legacy systems and persistent Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Gain insights on separating configuration from infrastructure, utilizing portable app artifacts, and adopting scalable management patterns that modernize system administration without replicating ConfigMgr.

What you will learn:

Adopt a scalable management model that facilitates cloud adoption. Shift from server-centric to intent-driven patterns applicable across diverse environments.
Modernize management without a direct replacement for ConfigMgr or GPOs. Identify what to retain, what to replace, and navigate transitions while maintaining operational integrity.
Understand the synergy of policy, configuration, artifacts, and automation, empowering teams to scale and modernize without overwhelming tool sprawl.
Gain practical techniques for making applications portable and efficient, paving the way for smoother cloud transitions and enhanced system management.

Speakers

Hailey Phillips

Systems Engineer, The Pokémon Company International

Hi, I’m Hailey Phillips—a Microsoft MVP and Systems Engineer focused on automation, endpoint management, and modern workplace strategy. I’m especially passionate about bridging the gap between traditional IT and the DevOps world, helping organizations modernize in ways that... Read More →

Frank Lesniak

Sr. Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect, West Monroe

Frank Lesniak is a Sr. Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect at West Monroe with 20+ years of experience leading consulting engagements involving Microsoft infrastructure technology. His expertise spans modern cloud platforms such as Azure, Microsoft 365, and Entra ID, as... Read More →

Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Minnetonka A

Azure, Server Management

8:00am CDT

From Noise to Clarity: Leveraging Health Models in Azure Monitor

Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Harriet

Description:
Transform application management with the new Health Models feature in Azure Monitor. Visualize components of your Azure applications while assessing their health at a glance. Learn to create alerts for degraded application health rather than minor issues, using signals derived from metrics and logs to enhance your monitoring strategy effectively. Discover streamlined methods for establishing efficient alerting based on the health relationships of components.

What you will learn:

Model application health effectively by analyzing components and their interrelationships.
Utilize multiple signals derived from metrics and logs to accurately measure component health.
Develop an alerting strategy focused on overall application health rather than individual metrics.
Implement efficient monitoring solutions and leverage Health Models for better application insight.

Speakers

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, Corsica Technologies

John is Senior Director, Technology at Corsica Technologies, an MSP/MSSP providing NOC & SOC services to organizations around the world. He's a Microsoft Azure MVP and a Security MVP, and has been awarded Microsoft MVP for 18 years (2007-2026). An author of five books on operations... Read More →

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft

Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Harriet

Azure, Artificial Intelligence

10:00am CDT

Integrating Azure Monitor Alerts with ITSM Systems

Tuesday May 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Harriet

Description:
Overcome challenges in migrating to Azure Monitor by integrating it seamlessly with your ITSM and business processes. Discover how Azure Monitor can replace legacy server monitoring tools, offering significant cost savings. Explore integration options, especially for Microsoft Sentinel users, and learn to leverage built-in components to streamline your monitoring processes while enhancing operational efficiency.

What you will learn:

Utilize Azure Monitor alert control points for effective bi-directional sync with your ITSM system.
Modify existing GitHub Logic Apps to integrate with ServiceNow, Zendesk, JIRA, Freshdesk, ManageEngine, Autotask, BMC, and Ivanti.
Implement best practices for storing ITSM API secrets securely in Azure Key Vault, ensuring safe input and output management.
Access tools in GitHub, and learn how they fit into a comprehensive 14-step project plan to confidently achieve your integration objectives.

Speakers

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, Corsica Technologies

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft

Tuesday May 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Harriet

Azure, Cloud Integration

1:00pm CDT

Optimize Your Azure Monitor Costs: Efficient Data Management

Tuesday May 5, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Harriet

Description:
Minimize monitoring expenses in Azure by implementing effective strategies for data collection and retention. Explore various filtering techniques to eliminate unnecessary data and evaluate storage tiers within your Log Analytics workspace. Receive practical recommendations on data types, their storage destinations, and functionalities to achieve optimal efficiency without overspending, ensuring all essential monitoring capabilities are maintained.

What you will learn:

Discover filtering techniques in Azure Monitor ranging from basic to advanced, enhancing your cost efficiency.
Understand how different storage tiers in a Log Analytics workspace impact functionality and costs.
Receive tailored recommendations on data filtering and appropriate storage destinations for various data types.
Learn practical strategies to maintain essential monitoring capabilities while controlling Azure costs effectively.

Speakers

Donnie Taylor

Microsoft MVP, Architect, GM

Donnie is an IT architect and leader with 25+ years in enterprise systems management and automation. He has led multiple systems-management user groups and delivered 400+ conference sessions and workshops. A eight-time Microsoft MVP (Cloud and Datacenter Management, Azure, PowerShell... Read More →

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft

Tuesday May 5, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Harriet

Azure, Cost Optimization

3:00pm CDT

Cloudy with a Chance of Infrastructure

Tuesday May 5, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Harriet

Description:
When moving to the cloud, the ‘Re’s often get mentioned. Re-home, Rebuild, Redesign, and Retire. Unfortunately, the most common scenario is the famous “Lift and Shift” (or Re-home) where resources are simply relocated as-is using migration tools like Azure Migrate or other 3rd party solutions. For some systems this is the only viable option, but it’s almost never the perfect option. In this session, we focus on Redesign and evaluate how to take a legacy system and refactor it for cloud native offerings from the ground up. We’ll start with the foundations: networking, landing zones, and gasp DNS. We’ll work up from there discussing database, compute, containers, and security options. We’ll also talk a little bit about BC/DR and dispel some common misconceptions about how failover in Azure really works.

What you will learn:

What Azure Services are the functional equivalents of legacy systems
When to choose one service over another
How not to have issues with DNS
How to recover from an outage or design a proper resilient system

Speakers

Donnie Taylor

Microsoft MVP, Architect, GM

Scott Corio

Microsoft MVP, Enterprise Cloud Architect, MMS Staff

Tuesday May 5, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Harriet

Azure, Cloud Migration

8:00am CDT

DevOps Foundations: Setting Up Your Environment for Success

Wednesday May 6, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Nokomis BC

Description:
Establishing a robust foundation is key to any DevOps journey. Learn essential steps for configuring Azure DevOps, including project creation, repositories, service connections, and branch strategies. Gain practical insights that ensure a secure, scalable environment ready for effective collaboration, whether you're new to DevOps or refining your existing setup.

What you will learn:

Understand the core components of Azure DevOps—Projects, Repos, Pipelines, and Service Connections.
Learn best practices for branch strategies that foster continual integration and delivery.
Discover how to configure secure service connections for seamless integration with external resources.
Gain actionable tips for organizing projects and repositories to enhance team collaboration and maintainability.

Speakers

Scott Corio

Microsoft MVP, Enterprise Cloud Architect, MMS Staff

David Brook

Managing Consultant & Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd

Wednesday May 6, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Nokomis BC

Azure, DevOps Essentials

1:00pm CDT

Breaking Free from VMware: Your Azure Local and Hyper-V Migration Path

Wednesday May 6, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Harriet

Description:
Transitioning to Azure Local and Hyper-V offers a compelling, cost-effective alternative to VMware. Learn essential migration strategies, compare feature parity, and explore Azure Arc integration for seamless hybrid management. Understand licensing benefits, performance benchmarks, high availability, and disaster recovery, while maintaining control of your virtualization infrastructure with Azure services.

What you will learn:

Evaluate cost savings and licensing advantages when migrating from VMware to Azure Local and Hyper-V, including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis and Azure Hybrid Benefit opportunities.
Master migration strategies and tools for a seamless transition from VMware to Azure Local/Hyper-V, including workload assessment, conversion processes, and minimizing downtime.
Leverage Azure Arc to manage hybrid infrastructure with unified governance, monitoring, and security across on-premises Hyper-V and cloud workloads from a single control plane.
Implement enterprise-grade features, including clustering, live migration, software-defined networking, and disaster recovery solutions that match or exceed VMware capabilities.

Speakers

Andreas Sobczyk

Partner & Principal Consultant, twoday A/S

Andreas is a Principal Consultant at twoday, focusing Azure adoption, platform engineering and DevOps helping global customers accelerating there cloud journey and maximize the potential of the platform. Also being co-founder of Cloud and Datacenter User Group Denmark, Andreas has... Read More →

Matthew Wetherell

Infrastructure Manager, USNR

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Hybrid Cloud Solutions

Wednesday May 6, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Harriet

Azure, Cloud Migration

1:00pm CDT

Mastering Microsoft Entra Conditional Access: Secure Access with Precision

Wednesday May 6, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Minnetonka BC

Description:
Microsoft Entra Conditional Access enhances app and data security by evaluating real-time signals including user risk, device compliance, and location. Build policies that enforce multifactor authentication, block risky sign-ins, and implement adaptive controls. Gain practical strategies for designing effective policies aligned with Zero Trust principles, ensuring secure access while maintaining user productivity in both cloud and hybrid environments.

What you will learn:

Understand the core principles of Conditional Access in Microsoft Entra and its integration with identity signals for access decision enforcement.
Design and implement Conditional Access policies based on conditions such as user risk, device state, location, and application sensitivity.
Evaluate and optimize policy effectiveness to strike a balance between security and user productivity across various organizational scenarios.
Discover best practices for aligning Conditional Access strategies with organizational goals to enhance security posture while supporting user needs.

Speakers

Jordan Benzing

Director, Security & IT, Patch My PC

Jordan has been working in the Industry since 2009. Since starting he’s worked with Active Directory, Group Policy, ConfigMgr, SCOM and PowerShell. Jordan has also had the opportunity to work in the healthcare industry as a ConfigMgr Infrastructure Team lead supporting over 150,000... Read More →

Carrie Cook

Security Evangelist, Patch My PC

Wednesday May 6, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Minnetonka BC

Azure, Identity Management

3:00pm CDT

Achieve Zero Trust Objectives with Defender for Cloud and EASM Integrated with Defender XDR

Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Nokomis BC

Description:
Implementing Zero Trust principles becomes seamless with Defender for Cloud's Security Posture Management, Cloud Workload Protection, and External Attack Surface Management integrated with Defender XDR. Learn to gain comprehensive insights into cloud misconfigurations and compliance risks while proactively scanning for vulnerabilities in your DevOps pipelines. Empower your security strategy by continuously monitoring cloud environments for enhanced protection and a robust security posture.

What you will learn:

Prioritize cross-platform security recommendations effectively using the Defender XDR portal.
Connect GitHub repositories for proactive code supply scanning, uncover findings, and enhance your security score.
Utilize Defender EASM to identify relationships among known assets and reveal previously unmonitored artifacts.
Extend CSPM and CWP protections to any cloud resource using multi-cloud connectors and/or Azure Arc.

Speakers

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, Corsica Technologies

Morten Knudsen

Triple Microsoft MVP (Security, Azure, Security Copilot) | MCT | Security & Cloud Architect | Co-Founder Experts Live De, 2LINKIT

Morten is a Triple Microsoft MVP (Security, Azure, and Security Copilot), a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and holds over 17 active Microsoft certifications.

As a Cloud and Security Architect, he focuses on Azure infrastructure, Microsoft 365, automation, security, AI, and hybrid cl... Read More →

Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Nokomis BC

Azure, Cloud Security

3:00pm CDT

Securing Identities for Automation and AI

Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Minnetonka A

Description:
As automation and AI operate at machine speed, securing identities in Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) is critical. Learn best practices for managing unattended task identities, covering application vs. dedicated permissions, identity types, and enforcing least privilege. Gain insights into Agent ID in Microsoft Entra and understand how to structure your identity management to stay resilient against evolving threats.

What you will learn:

Gain clarity on authentication, authorization, and permissions context.
Discover the essentials of identities, including Users, Service Principals, and Managed Identities.
Align use cases with identity types for optimized security strategies.
Prepare for future advancements by connecting workload IDs with AI use cases.

Speakers

David Brook

Managing Consultant & Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd

Sean Bulger

Cloud Endpoint Solution Engineer, Microsoft

Sean is a Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist at Microsoft. Prior to joining Microsoft, he was a consulting engineer at a large partner and an Enterprise Mobility MVP. Sean credits the community for empowering him to grow personally and professionally and seeks to encourage others... Read More →

Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Minnetonka A

Azure, Identity Management

3:00pm CDT

Your Cloud, Your Rules: Azure Sovereignty in Action

Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Harriet

Description:
Discover Azure's sovereignty solutions tailored for regulated industries and sensitive workloads. Architect governance using Well-Architected Landing Zones, secure data with Confidential Compute and Customer-managed Keys, and automate compliance with Data Guardian. Deploy Azure Local in both connected and disconnected modes to achieve effective sovereignty across hybrid scenarios, ensuring compliance and security in your cloud strategies.

What you will learn:

Implement governance frameworks using Azure Well-Architected Landing Zones and security controls to ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining cloud agility.
Secure sensitive data utilizing Customer-managed Keys, Confidential Compute, and Data Guardian for enhanced data sovereignty and privacy in regulated environments.
Deploy Azure Local in both connected and disconnected modes, ensuring sovereignty for edge workloads and air-gapped scenarios while leveraging cloud capabilities.
Explore practical strategies for automating compliance through Regulated Environment Management, enhancing governance and security practices.

Speakers

Kent

Security Principal | Microsoft Regional Director | twoday, MMS Staff

Love to talk about anything related to Enterprise client management, Security and digital transformation.

Andreas Sobczyk

Partner & Principal Consultant, twoday A/S

Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Harriet

Azure, Cloud Governance

8:00am CDT

Cloud-native Server Management: Unleashing the Power of Azure Everywhere

Thursday May 7, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT

Nokomis BC

Description:
Harness the power of cloud-native server management in Azure for seamless management of Windows and Linux machines across any environment. Gain insights into Azure’s features like patch management, monitoring, endpoint security, and OS configuration. Learn best practices for transitioning from ConfigMgr to Azure, empowering your organization with scalable and flexible server management solutions that are location-independent.

What you will learn:

Utilize Azure's cloud-native server management for centralized patching, monitoring, endpoint security, and OS configuration across Windows and Linux.
Transition your Group Policy Object (GPO) settings to cloud-native alternatives for increased insight and effectiveness.
Explore the capabilities of Azure’s cloud-native server management tools to optimize IT efficiencies.
Implement best practices for a smooth migration from ConfigMgr to Azure, enhancing server management processes.

Speakers

Andreas Sobczyk

Partner & Principal Consultant, twoday A/S

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, Corsica Technologies

Thursday May 7, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Nokomis BC

Azure, Cloud Management

10:00am CDT

AVD Anywhere: Mastering Azure Virtual Desktop on Azure Local

Thursday May 7, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT

Harriet

Description:
Leverage Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) on Azure Local with confidence despite its quirks. Dive into hybrid AVD architecture, from image builds and VMSS intricacies to FSLogix tuning and GPU placement considerations. Address identity flows, networking constraints, and hybrid lifecycle management. Gain insights into effective monitoring patterns, cost-efficient logging, and strategies to resolve common 'haunted host pool' failures for a smooth on-prem experience.

What you will learn:

Utilize proven architectural patterns for effective AVD implementation on Azure Local.
Understand image creation, VMSS deployment, FSLogix tuning, and GPU placement essentials.
Navigate identity and networking flows specific to hybrid AVD setups.
Implement monitoring techniques and cost control methods to avoid hybrid AVD pitfalls.

Speakers

Matthew Wetherell

Infrastructure Manager, USNR

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Hybrid Cloud Solutions

Thursday May 7, 2026 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Harriet

Azure, Desktop Virtualization

1:00pm CDT

Mastering App Attach with Azure Virtual Desktop

Thursday May 7, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT

Harriet

Description:
Leverage App Attach with MSIX packages to efficiently publish and manage applications for Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) users. Gain a comprehensive understanding of App Attach's capabilities, including installation packages, application management, and best practices for seamless integration within your AVD environment.

What you will learn:

Gain clarity on what App Attach can and cannot accomplish within your virtual desktop setup.
Explore the installation packages utilized with App Attach for effective application management.
Implement App Attach seamlessly within Azure Virtual Desktop for optimized application delivery.
Learn strategies for managing and maintaining published App Attach applications efficiently.

Speakers

Travis Roberts

MVP, MCT, Sr Technical Trainer @ Nerdio, Blogger and Enthusiast, Ciraltos llc

Chris Cavazos

Microsoft MVP, Principal Consultant/Practice Technical Lead, Quisitive

Thursday May 7, 2026 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Harriet

Azure, Virtual Desktop

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3:00pm CDT

The Hybrid Update Blues: Orchestrating Patches across Servers, VMs, and Clouds

Thursday May 7, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT

Nokomis BC

Description:
Effective patch management is crucial for maintaining robust architectures. Learn strategies to orchestrate updates seamlessly across Azure Local, Hyper-V clusters, standalone servers, Arc-managed machines, and Azure VMs while avoiding disruptions that could jeopardize your environment’s stability. Equip yourself with actionable techniques to coordinate patching in complex hybrid setups.

What you will learn:

Implement effective update strategies for clusters and Azure Local environments.
Explore Arc-enabled update management patterns to enhance patching success.
Master coordinated patching techniques across hybrid infrastructure environments.
Discover best practices to avoid update-induced disruptions in your systems.

Speakers

Matthew Wetherell

Infrastructure Manager, USNR

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Hybrid Cloud Solutions

Thursday May 7, 2026 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Nokomis BC

Azure, Patch Management

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