When we talk about cyber security, the conversation usually revolves around the seven layers of security – network, application, endpoint, and so on. They’re essential. But the real differentiator for modern businesses like yours isn’t just those seven layers. It’s the additional eighth layer of security – a proactive, intelligent approach that combines advanced tools and continuous validation.  ...

Securing your apps from the beginning with DevSecOps In this episode of Grey Matter Talks Tech, host Sam Barnes (Azure Solutions Specialist, Grey Matter) is joined by security expert Scott Harrison (Grey Matter) and DevOps specialist Richard Fennell (Black Marble) for...

Microsoft has unveiled Microsoft 365 Copilot for Business SMB – a breakthrough that puts AI-powered assistance directly into the hands of small and medium-sized businesses. This isn’t just another feature update; it’s a shift in how work gets done. If...

Last week, we joined thousands of tech leaders at Microsoft Ignite 2025 in San Francisco. This is one of Microsoft’s premiere events, where technology and innovation meet.  This year, Microsoft doubled down on AI, agents and Copilot at Ignite. New...

Data alone doesn’t drive decisions. It’s context that turns numbers into action. Location intelligence brings that context to life. With Maps in Fabric, organisations can fuse geospatial analytics into their analytics stack, unlocking real-time insights that lead to smarter decisions...

How the principles of the Zero Trust framework are transforming cyber security in Microsoft 365 Zero Trust – it’s not just a buzzword. In this episode, we explore how Microsoft 365 is putting the Zero Trust model principles into action....

We’re proud to announce that we’ve achieved Microsoft’s Advanced Specialisation for Infrastructure and Database Migration. This recognition reflects our deep technical expertise and proven ability to help businesses modernise and migrate their environments with confidence.    What is the Advanced Specialisation?  Microsoft’s Advanced Specialisation for Infrastructure and Database Migration is...

Each year on 19 November, International Men’s Day shines a light on men’s mental health, well-being and aims to raise awareness around gender equality.  With this year’s theme, “celebrating men and boys”, we spoke to some of the men in...