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Microsoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams Show (JULY 2025) Layoffs, AI Expansion & Copilot at ScaleWatch on YouTube.In this July 2025 edition of the Microsoft Teams News Show, co-hosts Rob Scott and Kristian McCann of UC Today are joined by Tom Arbuthnot (Empowering.Cloud) and an expert panel featuring Kevin Kieller, Ryan Herbst, and Josh Blalock. Together, they unpack a transformative month for Microsoft Teams, from sweeping layoffs to rapid Copilot deployment and rising data sovereignty concerns.Microsoft enters its new fiscal year with bold moves—cutting roles, re-aligning priorities, and pushing harder on AI. Tom Arbuthnot details the internal shakeups and how they're tied to th...2025-07-1438 min
Microsoft Teams InsiderTrends in UCaaS and AI with Craig Durr and Kevin KiellerKevin Kieller, EnableUC and Craig Durr, The Collab Collective, discuss their perspectives with Tom Arbuthnot live from Comms vNext, exploring how AI is reshaping workplace collaboration.Comparing AI developments across UCaaS platforms, Microsoft's Copilot, Zoom's AI companion, and Google's Gemini.How AI is evolving from a tool to a teammate, with discussion on platforms integrating AI to enhance meeting and workflow effectiveness.The role of trust in AI adoption and how reliable AI interactions can increase productivity and streamline work processes.Future AI developments including agent orchestration and the integration of multiple AI systems...2025-05-2134 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams Update (May 2025)Watch on YouTube.In this UC Today exclusive, host David Dungay is joined by Microsoft experts Tom Arbuthnot, Kevin Kieller, Amanda Sterner, Ryan Herbst, Satish Upadhyaya, and Tom Halards for the highly anticipated Microsoft Teams Monthly Update.With Microsoft’s staggering quarterly results and a raft of new Teams innovations, this conversation takes you behind the headlines into what’s really happening — from Copilot’s evolving AI personas to critical updates in Teams Rooms and Contact Center integrations. Whether you're a decision-maker, IT pro, or everyday Teams user, this episode is packed w...2025-05-0930 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams Update (April 2025)Watch on YouTube.Join David Dungay and co-host Tom Arbuthnot as they welcome a power-packed panel of Microsoft Teams experts—Josh Blalock, Graham Walsh, Ryan Herbst, and Kevin Kieller—for April’s can't-miss Teams Monthly Update. From AI agents that think for you to game-changing integrations, this episode dives deep into the updates reshaping the Microsoft Teams ecosystem.April’s edition of Microsoft Teams Monthly is a whirlwind of Copilot agents, smarter rooms, and surprise integrations. Whether you’re an IT pro, end user, or Teams nerd (no judgment here), you’ll want to catch eve...2025-04-0323 min
UC TodayAI Show - The Fifth Industrial Revolution and Why AI is Reshaping EverythingWatch on YouTube.In this episode of the AI News Show, hosts Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller dive into one of the most transformative topics of our time: the Fifth Industrial Revolution. Joined by Dan Sodergren, a leading technology futurist, TEDx speaker, and author, the trio unpacks how AI is reshaping the workplace, revolutionizing productivity, and reimagining our work-life balance. With insights from Microsoft's Ignite 2024 conference and real-world examples, this episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating the intersection of AI, technology, and the future of work.2024-11-2742 minUC TodayAI Show - Is Ambient AI Watching You? The Rise of 'Always-On' TechnologyJoin Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller in this enlightening episode of the AI News Show, as they sit down with Adam Ball, Co-founder and Principal Solutions Architect at Cloud Revolution, to explore how businesses can overcome common obstacles in AI adoption and truly harness the power of artificial intelligence for transformative results. Drawing from real-world experiences and industry trends, Adam shares his expertise on navigating the evolving AI landscape and how organizations can strategically integrate AI to create long-term value.Key Highlights:The Future of AI in...2024-11-1531 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News November Update (2024)Watch on YouTube.Welcome to the Microsoft Teams News Show, brought to you by UC Today! In this episode, Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering Cloud are joined by a VIP panel of Teams experts to break down the latest and greatest updates from the Teams world.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s special guests:Rob Scott, Publisher at UC TodayTom Arbuthnot, Empowering CloudJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist, Jabra...2024-11-0841 minUC TodayAI Show - Scaling AI for Success and Avoiding ‘Flat Squirrel’ IndecisionWatch on YouTube.Join Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller in this insightful episode of the AI News Show as they sit down with Elizabeth Bieniek, author of Cake on Tuesday and a trailblazer in tech innovation. They unpack why only a fraction of companies are truly harnessing AI’s power to generate substantial value, based on Boston Consulting Group’s latest eye-opening report. Key Highlights: BCG's AI Value Report: Rob and Kevin break down the report’s surprising stats, discussing why so many companies struggle with scaling AI and what’s needed to become...2024-11-0826 minUC TodayAI Hype vs Reality - Unlocking Opportunities with Gurdeep Singh PallIn this episode of the AI Show, Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller delve into the latest developments in the AI industry. Joining them is Gurdeep Singh Pall, President of AI Strategy at Qualtrix, who brings a wealth of experience from over 30 years at Microsoft, where he spearheaded innovations in AI, networking, and communication.This episode uncovers how AI is rapidly evolving and what businesses need to do to stay ahead. This conversation explores:The impact of AI on business models, from customer interactions to productivity toolsThe rise of...2024-09-1933 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News SEPTEMBER Update (2024)Dive into our SEPTEMBER 2024 Microsoft Teams Show!In this month's episode of our Microsoft Teams news show, host Rob Scott returns with a deep dive into the latest updates and features that are reshaping the Teams ecosystem. Joined by Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering Cloud and a panel of Microsoft Teams experts, the discussion covers significant advancements, from contact center enhancements to AI-driven meeting summaries.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s special guests:Rob Scott, Publisher at UC To...2024-09-1127 min
Everything Teams Phone LiveSeason 2 | Episode 26: Everything Teams Phone Live - Kevin Kieller!🎙️ Episode 71 of Everything Teams Phone Live is going live this Friday! Join hosts Rick Garcia and Brandon Bradley as they chat with Kevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst at enableUC. 📞✨ Tune in to hear the latest trends in Microsoft Teams PSTN calling, Copilot, and insights from Kevin’s recent articles. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the future of Teams! 📅 Date: This Friday, 9/6 ⏰ Time: Noon PST2024-09-091h 01UC TodayAI Show - Unlocking Productivity with Microsoft CopilotWatch on YouTube.Exploring the Transformative Power of Microsoft Copilot with Softchoice's AI Expert, Craig McQueen.Welcome back to our third episode of the AI Show!In this episode of the AI News Show, hosts Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller dive into the latest headlines in AI before turning their attention to a special guest, Craig McQueen, Vice President for AI Solutions at Softchoice. Craig shares invaluable insights on how Microsoft Copilot can transform workplace productivity. Whether you're curious about the future of AI in business or looking to leverage Copilot for your...2024-08-2934 minEverything Teams Phone LiveSeason 1 | Episode 29: Everything Teams Phone Live - Kevin Kieller📞 Exciting News! Join us for a power-packed session of Everything Teams Phone Live on August 11th at 12pm PST! 🚀Are you ready to revolutionize the way your business communicates? Look no further! I'm thrilled to co-host this incredible event alongside Brandon Bradley. We'll be diving deep into the world of Microsoft Teams Phone and uncovering how it can truly transform your business operations.🎙️ Special Guest Alert! We're honored to have Kevin Kieller, renowned expert from enableUC, join us for this enlightening discussion. With his wealth of knowledge and expertise, you won't want to miss the insights he...2024-07-221h 02UC TodayAI News Show: Exploring Enterprise AI Adoption with Microsoft's Karuana GatimuUC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Co-Founder of enableUC, Kevin Kieller and Karuana Gatimu, Principal Manager for the Microsoft 365 Customer Advocacy Group at Microsoft.Discussion points:Essential considerations for AI implementationPractical AI use cases and enterprise adoptionLeveraging AI for talent managementAI Minute: Distinguishing usage from adoption in AI implementationsTop tips for successful AI adoption from KaruanaIn our latest episode, we are thrilled to have Karuana Gatimu joining us to share...2024-07-2237 minUC TodayAI News Show - AI Assistants: Past, Present, and FutureUC Today host Rob Scott is joined by AI Expert and Co-Founder of enableUC, Kevin Kieller.In this update, we talk through the most popular AI news headlines:The history and advancement of AI assistants like Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa, and Google AssistantThe integration of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine learning in voice assistantsExpanding applications of voice assistants in smart devices, homes, cars, and enterprise solutionsThe role of AI voice assistants in enhancing customer experience, productivity, and real-time translation in businessesSpeculation on Microsoft’s AI voice strategy: Will Copilot, Cortan...2024-07-1624 minUC TodayAI News Show - Tackling Fake AI and Voice Avatars in 2024Welcome to our fourth episode of the AI Show! Today, Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller are back to dissect the latest in AI news and to engage in a crucial conversation about voice avatars in 2024 and tackling fake artificial intelligence.AI News Headlines:Meta reevaluates labeling AI-generated posts on InstagramCharacter.ai enables phone calls to AI avatars in multiple languagesThe rise of voice notes and the new frontier for cyber criminalsColumbia University's DIVID tool detects AI-generated videos with 94% accuracyNBC's use of AI-generated voice updates for the OlympicsThe debate over AI training data and its...2024-07-1031 minUC TodayAI Show – Navigating AI's Legal LandscapeFrom AI Outages to Ethical Concerns: A Deep Dive into the Latest AI News and RegulationsWelcome back to our third episode of the AI Show! Today, Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller are back to dissect the latest in AI news and to engage in a crucial conversation with Dr. Scott Allendevaux, a leading expert in AI law and policy.AI News Headlines:OpenAI ChatGPT Outage: As reliance on AI grows, businesses must prepare for potential outages and productivity losses....2024-06-1337 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News JUNE Update (2024)Dive into our JUNE 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Rob Scott teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what’s new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCSatish Upadhyaya, MVP, Microsoft 365 UC ArchitectRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, Unif...2024-06-0624 minUC TodayAI Show - AI Security, Privacy and Legal IssuesJoin us for another insightful exploration of artificial intelligence in today's world. In this episode, your hosts Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller dive into the latest AI news and discuss the implications of recent developments with a very special guest, Dr. Joseph Williams, ICT Sector Lead and Tech Policy Advisor to Governor Inslee.What's on Today's Show?AI News Review: We break down the most recent headlines including Apple's M4 chip making iPads AI-ready, a UK firm's record-breaking funding for autonomous vehicles, widespread corporate adoption of Microsoft's Copilot, and...2024-05-2235 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News MAY Update (2024)Dive into our MAY 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Kieran Devlin teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what’s new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist at JabraRandy Chapman, Solutions Engineer in Video Coll...2024-05-1540 minUC TodayAI Show - Analyzing the Latest AI News and TrendsJoin us in this premier episode of our new AI Show, where we dive deep into the latest advancements and discussions surrounding artificial intelligence.Hosted by Rob Scott and Kevin Kieller, this episode features an insightful discussion with Brent Kelly, principal analyst for unified communication and collaboration within Omdia’s Digital Workplace team.We cover top AI news, including significant partnerships, new tools, and industry insights on AI's impact on the job market.AI Minute with Kevin Kieller: Demystifying "Grounding" In this segment of our AI...2024-05-1032 min
Microsoft Teams InsiderIs AI the new UC? Enterprise Connect thoughts with Kevin KiellerFreshly back from Enterprise Connect, Kevin Kieller, Co Founder of enableUC and Microsoft MVP Tom Arbuthnot dive into the current state of AI in the UC and discuss its future impact on UC and how Microsoft Teams might play a central role for many organisations.Thoughts on Enterprise Connect 2024Understanding AI terminologyImportance of user adoption and training in driving the value of AI in UCRole of IT Pros in AI landscapePotential for AI to disrupt the Contact Center spaceThanks to Pure IP, this episode's sponsor, for your continued support of the Empowering.Cloud community.2024-04-1024 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News APRIL Update (2024)Dive into our APRIL 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Rob Scott teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what’s new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist at JabraBIG NEWS: Microsoft to Decouple Team...2024-04-1036 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News FEBRUARY Update (2024)UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCMicrosoft Teams News10 years of Satya NadellaHighlights from ISE 2024Android Roadmap UpdateMicrosoft Teams and other Office Apps on the Apple Vision ProImprovements for BYOD meeting sp...2024-02-0735 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams Predictions Show 2024 - Who Will Be RightJoin Rob Scott from UC Today for an insightful 2024 Microsoft Teams predictions show! We're delighted to have Tom Arbuthnot, a renowned Microsoft Teams expert and co-founder of Empowering.Cloud, on board to discuss this year's exciting predictions.Our panel of Teams experts shared their insights on the evolving landscape of Microsoft Teams. From the integration of AI and mobility solutions to the potential expansion of Microsoft Calling Plans, we cover a wide range of topics that promise to shape the future of teamwork and technology.Key Predictions:Prediction #1...2023-12-1223 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Ignite 2023 – Teams News SpecialUC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines from Microsoft Ignite with this month’s special guests:Kevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCJosh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist at JabraSatish Upadhyaya, Microsoft Unified Communications Architect, SoftelRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comPa...2023-11-2347 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News NOVEMBER Update (2023)UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s panel of special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCAmanda Sterner, Technical Architect, AdvaniaJosh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist at JabraSimon Leyland, Independent Consultant, Alloquy...2023-11-0935 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News AUGUST Update (2023)UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s panel of special guests:Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist at JabraSatish Upadhyaya, MVP, Microsoft 365 UC ArchitectKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft FY2023 Q4 Results - 17M Te...2023-08-1145 minUC TodayDelivering a Fantastic Digital Workplace Experience with Microsoft TeamsUC Today's David Dungay talks to Tim Jalland, Solution Director for VOSS Solutions & Kevin Kieller, Lead Analyst, enableUC about how customers should pay more attention to the management of Microsoft Teams.They discuss why Teams management is more important than migration and how VOSS can help companies on-board new staff, track user adoption, usage and experience.2023-07-0521 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News JUNE Update (2023)UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month’s panel of special guests:Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist, JabraGraham Walsh, Microsoft MVP & Product Specialist / Strategic Alliances EMEA, NeatRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCAmanda Sterner, Technical Architect, Advania - Knowledge FactoryMi...2023-06-0829 minUC TodayHow to Manage Your Teams Voice MigrationUC Today's Tom Wright hosts VOSS Solutions Manager, Tim Jalland, and EnableUC's Kevin Kieller.In this session we discuss the following:How to prepare for your move to TeamsHow to manage the actual migrationThe benefits of completing the move If you're looking for more information on this topic visit VOSS Solutions. 2022-08-1618 minMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Teams News Update AUGUST 2022UC Today host Tom Wright and expert guest and Microsoft MVP, Tom Arbuthnot bring us this August 2022 Microsoft Teams news update.This month's news highlights include:Microsoft releases Q4 earningsInspire Microsoft Partner Conference - 4 areas of focus for Microsoft Teams for FY23 and 4 new featuresAnnouncing Microsoft Viva EngageMicrosoft launch their Microsoft Digital Contact Center PlatformSpectralink DECT handsets Microsoft Teams now supported with Teams SIP GatewayExpecting the Apple Silicon native Microsoft Teams client in September...2022-08-0424 minUC TodayHow Spectralink is Enabling Frontline Workers with SIP GatewayUC Today's Tom Wright hosts Spectralink's Andy Macqueen and EnableUC's Kevin Kieller.2022-05-3106 minUC TodayOperator Connect vs Direct Routing - Demystifying Teams VoiceUC Today's Rob Scott hosts William Rubio, Chief Revenue Officer at CallTower and guest speaker Kevin Kieller, Co-founder & UC Strategist at enableUC.2021-11-2524 minMicrosoft Teams NewsTurbocharging Teams Episode 1 - Teams and ChannelsIn this Turbocharging Teams episode, Kevin Kieller and Dino Caputo, Co-Founders at EnableUC, present Teams and Channels.2021-04-2320 min