Tuesday 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM · Room 8

From Assessment to Action: Building a Stronger Microsoft 365 Governance Framework

Christian Buckley

RD+MVP | Award-Winning Product Marketer & Tech Evangelist | Board @TekkiGurus | #CollabTalk podcast + tweetjam

In today's digital landscape, effective governance is essential for maintaining the security, compliance, and operational efficiency of your Microsoft 365 environment. This full-day workshop is designed to equip IT professionals, business leaders, and administrators with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct comprehensive governance assessments and transform findings into actionable improvement plans.

Participants will learn a step-by-step approach to evaluating their current governance practices, identifying gaps, and benchmarking against industry standards. The workshop will provide practical insights into developing a robust governance framework that addresses security, compliance, and efficiency needs, and the ongoing feedback loops needed to better engage with and meet the needs of your end users.

Through interactive sessions, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies, attendees will gain a deep understanding of how to:

• Conduct thorough assessments of their Microsoft 365 systems and processes.
• Identify and prioritize areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement actionable plans to enhance their governance strategies.
• Optimize existing settings across SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Viva Engage, and Azure.
• Prepare for the integration of AI tools, ensuring seamless adoption and maximizing benefits.

By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a documented plan and the confidence to take the next steps in strengthening their Microsoft 365 governance framework, ensuring your organization is well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the modern digital workplace.