Webinars & Videos

Our Analysts and Licensing Experts break down critical topics into concise, high-impact videos and webinars, ensuring your team is always ahead of Microsoft roadmap shifts and licensing changes.

Dynamics 365 Roadmap

In this webinar for ERP and CRM administrators, Barry Briggs and Andy Snodgrass cover new features in Microsoft’s Dynamics 365, the future of Dynamics on-premises, and important licensing considerations.

December 16, 2021
Licensing Boot Camp Sample

Sample of Directions on Microsoft licensing training.

April 1, 2021
Azure Active Directory Planning and Management

Wes Miller explains the key components and deployment approaches of AAD, as well as answers your questions about AAD identity management and security capabilities.

July 29, 2021
Microsoft 365 Administration

The Directions on Microsoft analyst team gives you an overview of the best practices and must-know tools for M365 Administration.

August 26, 2021
Azure Cost Management Strategies

Rob Sanfilippo explains how to plan and monitor Azure systems to minimize service charges and avoid cost surprises.

March 25, 2021
Microsoft 365 Hidden Licensing Costs

Rob Horwitz discusses the types and quantities of extra licenses that may be required and why, along with potential ways to mitigate the financial impact.

April 1, 2021
Microsoft Roadmap Update

A panel of Directions analysts will review the latest announcements from Microsoft’s Ignite online event and other milestones on Microsoft’s product roadmap to help you determine which could impact your business in 2021 and beyond.

April 29, 2021
Microsoft 365 Compliance

Barry Briggs and Michael Cherry outline governance processes for Microsoft 365 and highlight services for enforcing and monitoring compliance.

May 27, 2021
What Executives Should Know About Azure

Andy Snodgrass and Barry Briggs highlight what executives should know before selecting or ignoring Microsoft’s Azure platform.

June 24, 2021
Microsoft Roadmap Update

This Webinar covers major announcements from September’s Microsoft Ignite conference, provide an overview of major trends in Microsoft’s software and services, and analyze their potential impact on Microsoft’s enterprise customers.

October 29, 2020
Navigating Azure Licensing

Wes Miller explains five key terms related to Azure licensing, and help clarify the applicability of each to your organization.

November 19, 2020
Database Updates and Roadmap

Andy Snodgrass looks at the full spectrum of database offerings, discusses some notable updates and additions, and highlights key roadmap items.

December 17, 2020