Smartdesc Newsletter: Lifecycle Services, Microsoft 365 Copilot Discounts, Networking Events and More
Welcome to our September newsletter! This month, we explore how our in-house Lifecycle Services takes the hassle out of managing laptops and […]
Microsoft Entra ID Protection Risk Policies Are Retiring. Don’t Leave Conditional Access Until the Last Minute.
If you’ve spent time managing Microsoft 365 security, there’s a good chance you’ve come across the User risk and Sign-in risk policies […]
Give your field, service and community-based staff better quality devices that last longer. Think Apple Technology.
Tablets and mobile devices play a crucial role in helping charities deliver frontline services, support beneficiaries out in the community and equip […]
Supporting Local Communities for National Food Bank Day 2026
Last week, colleagues from Academia The Technology Group and Smartdesc joined forces to help local communities facing financial hardship and food insecurity […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: AI, Passkey, CITL Events, Roundtables and More
Welcome to our August newsletter! Microsoft is making AI more accessible to the nonprofit sector, with eligible organisations now able to access […]
New Microsoft 365 Copilot Discounts Help Nonprofits Accelerate AI Adoption
Nonprofit organisations are under constant pressure to achieve more with limited resources. Whether it’s managing communications, analysing data, reporting on impact or […]
Passkeys Are Becoming the Default in Microsoft Entra ID – Why Charities Should Start Preparing Now
If you’ve ever had to reset a forgotten password on a Monday morning, chase a user for an MFA code or deal […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: Charity Technology Leaders Report 2026, Academia Lifecycle Services, Events and More
Welcome to our July newsletter! This month, we’re delighted to share the 2026 edition of our Charity Technology Leaders Report, created in […]
Using AI Responsibly: A Guide for Businesses
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the modern workplace at an incredible pace. From automating repetitive admin tasks to improving collaboration and accelerating decision-making, […]
Turning Yesterday’s Technology into Tomorrow’s Value
Technology refreshes are a normal part of modern business. New devices improve security, increase productivity and help organisations stay competitive. But while […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: Charity Technology Leaders Report 2026, Continual Service Roadmap, Microsoft Licensing Changes Coming on 1 July and More
Welcome to our June newsletter! This month, we’re delighted to share the 2026 edition of our Charity Technology Leaders Report, created in […]
Smartdesc’s Continual Service Improvement Roadmap – Summer 2026
At Smartdesc, continual improvement is not a one-off project or an internal exercise. It is a core part of our ITIL-driven ethos […]