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NOW ON DEMAND | Content and communication guide for Ignite 2024 | Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive

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Nov 07, 2024

Review topics and sessions focused on what’s next for Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive – the apps and services at the core of content and communication in Microsoft 365.

Today, a part of real business impact depends on solid content, communication, and AI. Copilot agent technology plus advancements in business processes, means Microsoft is here to help you make decisions that drive your business forward.  

To digest all of what’s new and how it fits into your now and soon after, Microsoft Ignite 2024 (Nov.18-22) focused on helping discover how AI-powered content management and communication updates in Microsoft 365 enable content intelligence, optimizes critical business processes, improves the reach of your communications, and prepares your content for Copilot and greater governance.  

This article promotes a subset of content for topics and sessions focused on what’s next for Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive – the apps and services at the core of content and communication in Microsoft 365. Discover the best of what's next in technology, problem-solve with experts, and make global connections to empower yourself to lead your organization.

Microsoft Ignite | November 18-22, 2024 | ignite.microsoft.com

The '101 on Microsoft Ignite 2024' 

  • Where: Hybrid | Chicago, IL (sold out) and Global Digital (online; free to register) 
  • When: November 18-22, 2024  

We’re live throughout the week. Most sessions will be recorded and made available on-demand as soon as possible. We'll keep this guide up to date - before, during, and after.  

Register today, pack your schedule, and engage. Each link below goes directly to where you can watch the session at its designated time, and then available afterwards on-demand. 

All right, enough preamble. On to the content coming your way (soon). 

Opening keynote and sessions 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Tuesday, November 19 at 6:00 AM PST 
 
Microsoft Ignite Keynote (KEY01 | Hybrid) 
Satya Nadella and Microsoft leaders share how Microsoft is creating new opportunity across our platforms in this era of AI.  In-person viewing locations: - The Hub: Grab a seat at a table or theater and enjoy your coffee! - Room W184 & W185: Join room hosts to watch the keynote with snacks. - Skyline Ballroom: Get in line early to secure your spot, seating is limited. Plus, pass attendees have a dedicated line. Watch now on demand:

  • Speakers: Charlie Bell, Satya Nadella, Scott Guthrie, Rajesh Jha  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 3, Skyline Ballroom + Online 
Microsoft Ignite 2024 | Keynotes and general session speaker highlights (left-to-right): Scott Guthrie, Satya Nadella, and Nicole Dezen.

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Tuesday, November 19 at 9:30 AM PST 

“Unlock smart collaboration with Microsoft Teams” (BRK280 | Hybrid) 
Discover how intelligence, coordination, and collaboration meet to transform how and where you work. Learn how our investments in security, simplicity, and flexibility are laying the groundwork for the future of Microsoft Teams. With live demos of Teams, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Microsoft Places, you’ll see the capabilities that are making communication smarter and will transform your workplace. You'll hear how both customers and Microsoft are using the latest AI solutions to empower teams. 

  • Speakers: Ilya Bukshteyn, Kerry Perez Heffernan, Pete Daderko  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 1, Room W185 + Online 

 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Tuesday, November 19 at 2:00 PM PST

“Secure and govern data in Microsoft 365 Copilot and beyond” (BRK321 | Hybrid) 
Data security and privacy are the top concerns for 80% of security leaders when adopting AI. This session will explore how Microsoft can help secure and govern data in AI applications like Microsoft 365 Copilot and other third-party SaaS applications. We will introduce new capabilities that address primary AI challenges, such as data oversharing, leakage, compliance, and safety. After this session, you will gain the confidence and tools needed to accelerate AI adoption. 

  • Speakers: Charley Barth, Shukra Kichambare, Aashish Ramdas, Manjunatha Sivanna   
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 1, Room W190b + Online 

 

“Explore technical details and applications of Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages and Business Chat” (BRK274 | Hybrid) 
In September we introduced the concept of Web + Work + Pages. Copilot's ability to bring these components together into a single product represents the foundation of a new way of working, with Copilot at the center. In this session we'll dive deeper into the products and technology underlying this new way of working, giving you a richer understanding of their capabilities. We'll also share real world opportunities to redefine working patterns in your organizations with Business Chat and Pages at the center. 
 

  • Speakers: Maya Rodrig, Ned Friend, Megan Donal 
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 1, Room W183c + Online 

 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 AM PST 
“Unlock the Value of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Studio” (GS05 | Hybrid) 
Nicole Herskowitz, Jeff Teper and Ryan Cunningham will showcase the latest innovations in Microsoft 365 Copilot. Discover how new agentic capabilities are transforming productivity and reimagining business processes, tapping into your data and your line-of-business systems with Copilot Studio and Power Platform. Through demos and real-world examples, you'll see how customers are harnessing the full potential of Copilot.

  • Speakers: Jeff Teper, Ryan Cunningham, Nicole Herskowitz  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 3, Room W375c + Online 

 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Wednesday, November 20 at 12:30 PM PST 
“Reimagine content management with agents in SharePoint” (BRK279 | Hybrid) 
Your organization's content is growing exponentially in the era of AI. How do you get the information you need when you need it, to help you make decisions that drive your business forward? Join one of Microsoft’s most distinguished leaders — along with our expert product teams to find out. From agents, Copilot in SharePoint & OneDrive, automated tasks and more, you’ll learn how SharePoint leverages AI to unlock knowledge and put your content to work. 

  • Speakers: Adam Harmetz, Jason Moore, Jeff Teper, CJ Tan  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 1, Room W187 + Online 

 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Wednesday, November 20 at 3:00 PM PST 
“How to drive user engagement and business value with Microsoft 365 Copilot” (BRK277 | Hybrid) 
Join us to learn how to make Microsoft 365 Copilot a daily habit for your business users. In this session, we’ll uncover actionable insights based on recent case study learnings, including how to identify key functions for your Copilot rollout and tips for reaching widespread user adoption. We will also explore new tools and prompting innovations that help drive usage and unlock greater Copilot value.

  • Speakers: Jesus Barrera Ramos, Alyson Ginesta, Cynthia Johnson  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 1, Room W185 + Online 

 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Thursday, November 21 at 11:15 AM PST 
“Boost productivity with Copilot in Microsoft 365 apps” (BRK285 | Hybrid) 
Discover how Copilot in Microsoft 365 apps like Word, PowerPoint, Planner, Outlook, and OneNote can help you organize information, manage projects, improve communication, and create work-specific content. Whether working solo or in teams, Copilot transforms how you work. 

  • Speakers: Howard Crow, Derek Snyder  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 3, Room W375c + Online 

 

NOW ON DEMAND | Original air date/time: Friday, November 22 at 7:00 AM PST 
“Prepare your data for Microsoft Copilot with new tools“ (BRK272 | Hybrid) 
Do you have concerns about oversharing? Discover how well-managed data can unlock the full potential of generative AI while supporting your security and compliance needs. Our experts will share the latest admin capabilities in Copilot, SharePoint Advanced Management (SAM), and Microsoft Purview that can help you more effectively manage permissions, enhance security, and implement robust content governance practices.

  • Speakers: David Minasyan, Alex Pozin, Erica Toelle  
  • Location: McCormick Place West Building - Level 1, Room W185 + Online 

 

On demand sessions

“Business continuity with fast backup and recovery” (OD801 | On demand session) 
When disaster strikes, you need to recover in hours - not days or months. Come learn how Microsoft 365 Backup delivers high-performance backup and recovery solutions for critical active data across OneDrive, SharePoint, and Exchange. We'll also show you how you can use Microsoft 365 Archive as a cost-effective solution for long-term storage of your SharePoint content without compromising on manageability, security, or compliance standards. 

  • Speakers: Brad Gussin, Tehzeeb Versey-Patel 

 

“Microsoft Teams: new chat and channels experience” (OD808 | On demand session) 
In today’s fast-paced digital world, communicating and collaborating effectively is more important than ever. We’ve reimagined the chat and channels experience in Microsoft Teams to help you collaborate more efficiently and effectively. Join us to learn more about this streamlined experience and how you can organize conversations your way. 

  • Speakers: Derek Snook, Diana Hsu  

 

“New AI-powered innovations in Microsoft Teams” (OD807 | On demand session)  

Join us for a session where we explore the latest product innovations in Microsoft Teams Phone, Teams Rooms, and Teams Premium. Discover new AI capabilities that can help your team work together effectively across all the ways you communicate in Teams. Learn how to enable efficient call handling and customer engagement, maximize engagement through immersive events, and overcome hybrid work challenges with intelligent workplace solutions.

  • Speakers: Sandhya Rao, Margi Desai, Wendy Arnett, Daniela Chocron 

 

"Employee communications for the AI workforce" (OD810 | On demand session) 

Discover how communications solutions in Microsoft Viva are revolutionizing the way leaders manage change, roll out AI, and coordinate company campaigns. Learn how these cutting-edge tools are driving technology adoption and unlocking knowledge sharing across your entire organization, from the C-Suite to the frontline. We'll explore real-world product scenarios, share practical examples of driving business outcomes, and unveil the latest integrations and roadmap.

Speakers: Lauren Edelmeier, Graham Kent, Tejas Mehta, and Judith Yaaqoubi 

 

There are many, many more sessions across the full spectrum of the Microsoft portfolio. Make sure to review the full list of Ignite sessions and fill up your schedule and take this "Modern Work at Microsoft Ignite 2024" 25-video YouTube playlist for a viewing. 

UPDATED | Microsoft Ignite 2024 product blogs related to Copilot, SharePoint, Teams, Viva, OneDrive, Planner, and more

In Chicago?  

And if you’re planning on being in Chicago, don’t miss the opportunity to join in Microsoft Ignite Unplugged: The Hub: Community Lounge + sessions – including a “Chat and Hello with Jeff Teper” (Tues.Nov.19 11 AM PST), expert meet ups, and more. If you’re in Chicago, beyond the event space, review the Discover Chicago page, to plan your trip and find what the Windy City has to offer during your visit to Microsoft Ignite. 

 

The Community Area in the Hub at Microsoft Ignite – Modern Work/Microsoft 365 Community Team and Activities

Join the Modern Work / Microsoft 365 Community Team at Microsoft Ignite.

Our community leads: Heather Cook, Microsoft Customer Advocacy Group, Jessie Hwang, Microsoft Customer Advocacy, Laurie Pottmeyer, Microsoft Customer Advocacy Group, Allie Thompson, MW Marketing will be stationed in the Community Area all week and you can check out many other colleagues below who are leading small forum discussions as well as table discussions. Learn more. 

The Hub will be buzzing with activity throughout the Ignite event – to help you deepen your understanding of emerging technologies through learning, inspiration, and connection.Microsoft Ignite | November 18-22, 2024 | ignite.microsoft.com

Thanks, Mark 

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