Workplace Ninja Summit 2024: Full Schedule

10:40 CEST

ConfigMgr ADRs: Your Guide to Fully Automated Patching

Tuesday September 17, 2024 10:40 - 11:40 CEST

Looking to ease your way into entrusting our new AI overlords with running your life? Start by letting the machines deploy your patches. In this session we'll dive deep into automating your patching, common pitfalls, and common arguments against automation. We'll focus on how to achieve this via ConfigMgr ADRs while comparing other patching technologies such as Intune's Autopatch and Azure Update Automation.

If nothing else, we'll help you get a few years of letting the machines patch your devices before they decide they don't need us anymore.

Speakers

Bryan Dam

Software Engineer, Patch My PC

I've spent over 15 years as a system administrator, most recently at a large Midwest supermarket using Configuration Manager. I'm active in the online support communities and most days you'll find me on the SCCM subreddit or the WinAdmin's Discord channel.

Jordan Benzing

Security Engineering Manager, Patch My PC

From rebuilding ransomware victims to managing large-scale enterprises to implementing security compliance frameworks. Jordan has seen some strange things in the industry.Jordan has been a Microsoft MVP for four years and has worked in a number of different industry verticals, including... Read More →

David James

VP, Engineering, Patch My PC

David James is the VP of engineering at Patch My PC and runs their engineering operations. He was previously the director of engineering at Microsoft for MEMCM. A short bio stolen from another site:Studied Computer Engineering and Music Theory/Composition at University of Utah.Joined... Read More →

ConfigMgr ADRs Your Guide to Fully Automated Patching pptx

Tuesday September 17, 2024 10:40 - 11:40 CEST
Clubraum 2

ConfigMgr

Session format Breakout session (60 min)
Subjects Configuration Manager, Endpoint Management
Level Advanced

15:20 CEST

Navigating the Cloud Transition: Securely Moving from Configuration Manager to Intune

Tuesday September 17, 2024 15:20 - 16:20 CEST

Auditorium

This session aims to guide IT professionals through the process of transitioning from Microsoft Configuration Manager to Microsoft Intune, providing a clear and secure path to cloud-native device management. From initial assessment and migration planning to the implementation of Intune and the final decommissioning of Configuration Manager, attendees will be equipped with strategies, tools, and insights needed to successfully and securely complete the migration. By the end, participants will be prepared to maximize the benefits of cloud-based device management, ensuring a smooth transition to Intune.

Speakers

Herman Arnedo Byrne

Senior Product Manager, Microsoft

I am Herman, a Senior Product Manager on the Intune Customer Experience Engineering team. With a total of 9 years at Microsoft, I've spent over 5 years as part of the Intune Engineering Team. Before this role, I worked as a Consultant and Architect on the Configuration Manager and... Read More →

Anders Ahl

Principal Product Manager, Microsoft

After navigating the ever-changing cosmos of technology for over three decades, orchestrating the deployment and management of devices across diverse constellations, my celestial journey eventually led me to the heart of Microsoft. For the past 18 years, I’ve been a steadfast crew... Read More →

Navigating the Cloud Transition Securely Moving from Configuration Manager to Intune Public pptx

Tuesday September 17, 2024 15:20 - 16:20 CEST
Auditorium

Microsoft Intune, Migration

Session format Breakout session (60 min)
Subjects Microsoft Intune, Configuration Manager, Windows Client OS
Level Advanced
Area Microsoft

09:20 CEST

Upgrading to Windows 11 – Notes from the Field

Wednesday September 18, 2024 09:20 - 10:20 CEST

Auditorium

Join Johan Arwidmark in a session with lessons learned from upgrading PCs to Windows 11. You will learn about common gotchas and workarounds, as well as what upgrade options are available. You will learn about configurations you can make to reduce the failure rate.

Speakers

Johan Arwidmark

Technical Fellow, 2Pint Software and Mirolus

Johan Arwidmark is the Technical Fellow with 2Pint Software, specializing in Systems Management and Enterprise Windows Deployment Solutions. Johan also speaks at several conferences each year, including MMS and Ignite events around the world. He is actively involved in the deploymentresearch.com... Read More →

Upgrading to Windows 11 – Notes from the Field Rev 2 pptx

Wednesday September 18, 2024 09:20 - 10:20 CEST
Auditorium

Windows, Tips

Session format Breakout session (60 min)
Subjects Microsoft Intune, Configuration Manager, Windows Client OS
Level Advanced

10:40 CEST

100 Solutions, 1 Strategy: Unveiling Your Epic Modern Workplace Adventure!

Wednesday September 18, 2024 10:40 - 11:40 CEST

Luzerner Saal

Step into the ultimate workplace adventure where classic meets cutting-edge! In this dynamic session, we'll embark on a journey through time and technology, blending traditional workplace management with the innovative realms of Microsoft Zero Trust and Identity Management. From the tried-and-true methods of yesteryears to the futuristic landscapes of digital security, we'll explore how to weave together the best of both worlds. Join us to uncover strategies for building a resilient, adaptable, and secure workplace environment that stands the test of time and technology.

Speakers

Kim Heyrman

Consultant, OB-V-US

Modern workplace IT consultant @itsobvus

Kenny Buntinx

CEO, OB-V-US

Kenny is a highly qualified , certified and energized consultant working for OB-V-US Benelux with more than 20 years of experience and strives to always deliver high quality when managing and delivering projects. He has a strong focus on the Microsoft Cloud product family and is an... Read More →

wp ninja 24 100 Solutions, 1 Strategy Unveiling Your Epic Modern Workplace Adventure v2 pdf

Wednesday September 18, 2024 10:40 - 11:40 CEST
Luzerner Saal

Microsoft Intune, Transition to modern

Session format Breakout session (60 min)
Subjects Endpoint Management, Microsoft Intune, Security, AVD, Azure AD, Autopilot, Conditional Access, Windows 365, Windows Client OS, Apple (iOS/macOS), Zero Trust, Configuration Manager
Level Intermediate

14:00 CEST

Up Close with Patch My PC

Wednesday September 18, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CEST

Deuxième

Join our hands-on demo tailored for IT professionals. Learn how to smoothly update and package over 1500 third-party applications using Microsoft ConfigMgr and Intune. Don’t miss our "Custom Apps" feature, which ensures seamless integration of your line of business applications with Patch My PC.

Speakers

David James

VP, Engineering, Patch My PC

Wout Vergauwen

Director of Product, Cloud, Patch My PC

Wout makes software and patches apps and other stuff. Irresponsible driver and Duvel-lover.

John Quirk

Director of Product, Reporting, Patch My PC

John has nearly 30 year's experience with Microsoft systems management beginning with SMS 1.2. He was the founder of Apajove and oversaw the creation of Callisto, which has now become Patch My PC Advanced Insights Dashboard Portal. John currently works as Director of Development for... Read More →

Wednesday September 18, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 CEST
Deuxième

Sponsor

Session format Platinum Sponsor
Subjects Microsoft Intune, Configuration Manager, Security, Endpoint Management
Level Intermediate

15:05 CEST

Microsoft MVP Program Unleashed!

Wednesday September 18, 2024 15:05 - 15:20 CEST

Community stage

You've seen some of your peers, colleagues and acquaintances become Microsoft MVP and have been wondering how you can be part if this esteem group of IT Professionals.

In this session, Harjit and Christiaan, former Microsoft MVPs and now with Microsoft who work on the MVP program, will share real world experiences and insights on how to become a Microsoft MVP, the benefits, the challenges, the pros and cons, and much much more. This is a session to get under the hood on becoming a Microsoft MVP.

Speakers

Harjit Dhaliwal

Senior Product Marketing Manager, Microsoft

Harjit Dhaliwal is a Senior Product Marketing Manager for Cloud Endpoints at Microsoft. Previously, he was a Customer Engineer at Microsoft where he focused on Modern Management solutions in the Microsoft 365 space to advocate and empower every person and company to achieve more... Read More →

Christiaan Brinkhoff

Principal PM and Community Lead, Windows 365 + AVD, Microsoft

Christiaan Brinkhoff works as a Principal Program Manager and Community Lead for Windows 365 and AVD at Microsoft, In his role at Microsoft, he works on features such as Windows 365 app, Switch and Boot. His mission is to drive innovation while bringing Windows 365, Windows, and Microsoft... Read More →

Wednesday September 18, 2024 15:05 - 15:20 CEST
Community stage

Community

Session format Community
Subjects Endpoint Management, Microsoft Intune, Security, AVD, Azure AD, Autopilot, Windows 365, Windows Client OS, Configuration Manager
Level Intermediate
Area Microsoft

17:45 CEST

Microsoft Ask Me Anything - Microsoft Leadership

Wednesday September 18, 2024 17:45 - 19:00 CEST

Luzerner Saal

Come ask Microsoft leadership all of your questions

Speakers

Sumit Malhotra

Group Product Manager, Microsoft

Leading teams on our vision and delivery of enterprise security focused solutions for our M365 customers. Driving rapid improvements in end users and security teams' resilience to emerging threats through automation in awareness, detection, investigation and response.

Martin Schvartzman

Principal Product Manager, Microsoft

Martin is a Principal Product Manager in the Microsoft Defender for Identity team. Has over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, primarily around IT and Cyber Security with vast knowledge of Cloud Services. Martin is passionate about technology and innovation, and he... Read More →

Lior Arviv

Senior Product Manager, Microsoft

Lior Arviv is a Senior Product Manager on the Defender for Cloud team, with over 15 years of experience in Microsoft technologies, particularly in cloud services and security. Passionate about innovation, Lior is dedicated to developing products that simplify complex challenges and... Read More →

Ran Marom

Group Product Manager, Microsoft

Ran is the group product manager for Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, previously to Microsoft Ran was leading security products in different domains such as cloud-native and network security

Talal Alqinawi

SR Director, Microsoft

Talal Alqinawi is a seasoned executive leader specializing in cloud marketing and product strategy. With over 22 years at Microsoft, Talal has a proven track record in driving digital transformation through SaaS/IaaS cloud solutions, sales models, marketing & GTM strategy, and business... Read More →

Lior Bela

Bringing the Spark to Endpoint Managment, Microsoft

Lior is the Director of Intune with focus on business growth, customer & partner relationships, and the owner of the Intune MVP community

Scott Manchester

Vice President, Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft

Scott Manchester is the Vice President of Program Management for Windows Cloud Experience. He is a 24 year veteran at Microsoft where he has led the development of Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Remote Desktop Service, Second Screen Remoting, Multimedia, and Networking technologies... Read More →

Jeff Pinkston

Vice President, Management Engineering, Microsoft

I am Jeff Pinkston, and most people at Microsoft call me by my nickname - Pinky. I am the Vice President of Engineering for the Management team for SCCM and Intune. I love talking to customers to learn where we can do better, and then making that happen. Personally, I love the outdoors... Read More →

Stefan Kinnestrand

Vice President, Cloud Endpoint Microsoft, Microsoft

Stefan Kinnestrand is the leader of the marketing and GTM strategy for Cloud Endpoints, which aims to advance and transform commercial end user computing for all information and frontline workers. His team oversees Windows Commercial (Windows Client, Windows 365 & Azure Virtual Desktop... Read More →

Brett Flegg

Partner Software Architect, Microsoft

Brett is a software architect and tech blogger who has spent the last two decades building tools and services that enable enterprises to get the most out of their IT infrastructure. The software he has developed (System Center Configuration Manager, Microsoft Endpoint Manager Intune... Read More →

Wednesday September 18, 2024 17:45 - 19:00 CEST
Luzerner Saal

General, AMA

Session format AMA
Subjects Microsoft Intune, Security, Azure AD, AVD, Copilot, Windows 365, Windows Client OS, Compliance, Configuration Manager, Linux, Apple (iOS/macOS), Automation, ChromeOS, Identity, Conditional Access, Endpoint Analytics, Autopilot, Sentinel, MicrosoftXDR, Pac
Level Advanced

11:50 CEST

Reactive to Proactive: Key Steps to Autonomous Patch Vulnerabilities with Defender for Endpoint

Thursday September 19, 2024 11:50 - 12:10 CEST

Community stage

With 26,447 known vulnerabilities cataloged in 2023 and 25% of high-risk vulnerabilities exploited on the day of publication, it's clear that the severity and pace of exploitation is only increasing. It's time to make the shift from reactive to proactive. In this session, Andy McDonald, Director of Support and Solutions at Adaptiva, will share five key steps to proactively remediate endpoint vulnerabilities. As adversaries continue to target organizations at a rapid pace, the combination of Microsoft Defender and Adaptiva’s OneSite Patch gives IT and security teams the ability to eliminate threats across endpoints at scale.

Speakers

Andy McDonald

Director of Solutions and Support, Adaptiva

Andy is the Director of Solutions and Support at Adaptiva where he is pivotal member of the EMEA leadership team. He brings over two decades of technology experience to Adaptiva including key roles at some of the largest global financial institutions in the world. Andy serves as a... Read More →

Thursday September 19, 2024 11:50 - 12:10 CEST
Community stage

Sponsor

Session format Gold Sponsor
Subjects Endpoint Management, Security, Automation, Endpoint Analytics, Compliance, Configuration Manager
Level Intermediate