3 things leaders need to know from Microsoft Build 2026
I’ve had a front-row seat to a few major technology advancements—the internet, then cloud, and now agentic AI. Before joining Microsoft, I founded a systems integration business, which means I sat on the other side of the table—the side where you’re trying to figure out which wave is real, what it means for your organization, and whether you’re moving fast enough.
That experience shapes how I think about moments like this one.
Every year, Microsoft Build delivers dozens of news and updates that developers follow closely. Most years, the story is about new capabilities for technical teams to explore. What’s different this year is that these capabilities feel less about exploration and more about meeting expectations to reshape how organizations operate, compete, and deliver results.
If you’re not a developer, Build can feel pretty technical, and it’s not always immediately obvious how the announcements can translate into business growth or...
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