Streamline data management
Unifying data management services offers financial and operational advantages. It reduces redundancy and streamlines processes across an organization. Educational institutions deal with data from many departments and campuses that can create inefficiencies when systems don't connect. By centralizing these services, organizations can achieve:
- Better data consistency
- Faster decision-making
- Improved resource allocation
This unified approach also simplifies maintenance and boosts the ability to integrate AI-driven analytics effectively.
Improve efficiency through data management
Microsoft brings your data into the era of AI. Its unified platform combines many services into one stack. This makes it easier to manage and use your data. Explore some of the ways that data management is changing.
| From | To |
|---|---|
| Multiple analytics services | Unified data stack |
| Disconnected data sources | All your data in one place |
| Isolated applications | Entire estate available |
| Generative AI bolted on | Generative AI built in |
To enjoy the benefits of AI investments and improve operations, effective data integration is key. These two Microsoft data tools can help:
Microsoft Fabric: Integrate Power BI and Azure to unify data and analytics, enabling powerful AI insights for institutions.
Azure Synapse Analytics: Provide real-time insights and advanced AI-powered analytics, enabling institutions to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
Data governance and discovery
Data governance and discovery are key for the responsible use of AI tools. They help maintain compliance and security. To support these goals, Microsoft provides advanced security tools that help protect AI systems and sensitive data in schools and organizations.
- Microsoft Defender for Cloud: Manage AI systems and keep track of risks across cloud infrastructures. Approve or block AI use with access to over 400 apps in a single tool.
- Microsoft Purview: Find risks in Copilot by tracking AI app usage with a catalog of over 100 tools. Security labels add layers of data protection for AI usage.
- Microsoft Purview eDiscovery: Collect and preserve AI data for legal cases or audits. Investigators can store AI interactions in a secure manner for investigations and inquiries.
This video explains how Oregon State University uses Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel to protect its research data.
Real-time insights and decision making
Microsoft's data tools let you access real-time insights and use AI for smarter choices. By linking data sources and applying advanced analytics, you discover actionable intelligence. This simplifies workflows and helps you react to challenges. These tools help users make smart choices, improve strategies, and lead to better results in difficult situations. This video describes how California State University San Marcos turned insights into action to better meet their learners' needs.
Learn more about how to put insights into action.