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Securing AI Identities: Why Lifecycle Management Is the Next Frontier of IAM

AI agents are changing identity security. Learn why lifecycle management is the next frontier of IAM and how to protect people, data and processes in the AI era.

AI, Identity Access Management, Security

Best Practices for Third-Party Risk Management

Learn how to protect your business with third party risk management (TPRM). Best practices, vendor assessments and frameworks explained.

Risk Management, Third-Party

Teams Is Back in the Bundle: What Microsoft’s Latest Change Means for You

Microsoft is bringing Teams back to Microsoft 365 and Office 365 bundles starting November 1, 2025. See what’s changing and how HBS can guide you through every update.

Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing, Microsoft Teams

Microsoft 365 Business Premium Gets Stronger: Renamed Suites and New Security & Compliance Add-Ons for SMBs

Microsoft 365 Business Premium now includes new Defender and Purview add-ons, bringing enterprise-grade security and compliance to SMBs.

Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing, Security

ZTNA vs VPN: How to Know When to Use One Over the Other

The differences between ZTNA and VPN, when to use each and how to secure remote access.

Authentication, Security

Cisco Firewall: Big Performance, Small Package—How the 1200 Series Delivers

Looking for a new firewall? Start with features that matter most—then find a solution that fits. What to look for and how the Cisco 1200 Series delivers.

Firewall, Security

Microsoft Licensing Review: Clarity, Compliance, Cost Savings

A Microsoft licensing review helps optimize costs, close compliance gaps and build a smarter IT roadmap with expert guidance.

Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing

Entra ID Policy Deadline: Migrate MFA & SSPR Before Sept. 30

By September 30, 2025, Microsoft requires MFA & SSPR to move to the unified Authentication Methods Policy in Entra ID. Learn why it matters and how to prepare.

Authentication, Azure, MFA, Microsoft

AI Risk Management: Secure Iowa Panel Recap

Insights from Secure Iowa’s AI Risk Management panel—from shadow AI and governance to vendor risk and ethical concerns.

AI, Governance, IT Leadership, Risk Management

Office 365 A1 Plus Retirement: What You Need to Know and How to Navigate It

Microsoft is retiring Office 365 A1 Plus in phases through 2025. Learn what this means for students, faculty, and your next steps.

Education, Licensing, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing, Schools

Best Microsoft Copilot Prompts—And How to Write Them

Write effective Microsoft Copilot prompts with examples for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and more. Boost accuracy and productivity today.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft 365

Firewall Configuration: Stop Just Patching, Start Securing

Stop relying on patchwork fixes. Learn how firewall debt builds, why it puts your network at risk, and how to regain control with expert firewall configuration.

Cybersecurity, Firewall