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Ignite 2025: SharePoint Steps Up as Copilot’s Knowledge Platform
All the SharePoint AI news from Microsoft Ignite 2025 - from using SharePoint metadata and the SharePoint Admin agent.

Chris McNulty
2 days ago5 min read


SharePoint’s Next 25 Years
On this episode of Polaris, Synozur CTO Chris McNulty welcomes Adam Harmetz, Corporate Vice President for SharePoint at Microsoft, to discuss how SharePoint’s 25-year journey has turned it into a knowledge engine for AI, why empowered metadata is key to modern intranets and how generative AI models like ChatGPT, Sora and Nano Banana signal what’s ahead for enterprise content.

Chris McNulty
Nov 126 min read


AI in Nonprofits: Force Multipliers, Human Values
How AI is reshaping nonprofits—from back office productivity and research “force multipliers” to ethical guardrails, governance, and the human connections that keep members engaged.

Chris McNulty
Oct 15 min read


Trendspotting Tomorrow – Michael Tchong’s Vision of AI
Futurist Michael Tchong joins Chris McNulty to explore how AI-driven megatrends are disrupting business and society — and how leaders can catch the next wave of innovation before it catches them.

Chris McNulty
Sep 126 min read


Tarmacs, Tariffs, and Transformation
A practical conversation with Synozur’s transformation leader Rob Asen on why transformation offices succeed where traditional PMOs stall, how AI changes leadership reach, and the five lenses that put strategy into motion: vision, leadership, impact, capacity, and measurement.

Chris McNulty
Aug 204 min read


Content without Compromise – Inside the M-Files & Microsoft Alliance
In this Polaris episode, Synozur’s CTO Chris McNulty, along with Ryan Barry of M-Files and Ian Story of Microsoft, explores how a first-of-its-kind partnership between M-Files and Microsoft is revolutionizing content management – uniting AI-powered intelligent document workflows with the Microsoft 365 platform to eliminate content silos and unlock new value from enterprise data.

Chris McNulty
Aug 47 min read


From Lean to Lead – A Consultant-Turned-Owner Story – Damien Lacey
Lean Six Sigma expert Damien Lacey shares how he transformed from consultant to owner, applying operational excellence principles to turn around a manufacturing business from within.

Chris McNulty
Jul 295 min read


The King of Data Migration Magic with Jordan (Uytterhagen)
Free your data from legacy systems and learn how to prepare for an AI‑driven future in this Polaris episode featuring Cadence Solutions CEO Jordan Utytterhagen.

Chris McNulty
Jul 237 min read


UX Marks the Spot – Navigating the Customer Journey with Ginny Delaitre
Ginny Delaitre (CEO of VDS Digital) explores how modern marketing blends user experience design, persona mapping, & storytelling on Polaris.

Chris McNulty
Jul 187 min read


Synergy over Silos – the New Age of Knowledge
An eye-opening conversation with Gabe Karawani on how ClearPeople turns fragmented enterprise knowledge into a competitive advantage through integrated AI and smart knowledge management.

Chris McNulty
Jul 117 min read


Two Miles High and Rising - Kelly Schuknecht
On the latest spisode of Polaris, thought leadership marketer Kelly Schuknecht shares how to step out from behind the scenes and become a recognized industry authority through speaking engagements, content creation, and authentic personal branding.

Chris McNulty
Jul 36 min read


Polaris: The Introvert’s Guide to Influence
In our latest podcast, I sat down with Crissy Conner, known as The Visible CEO, to talk about why visibility is the new currency for business and technology leaders. Crissy is a visibility strategist and coach who helps entrepreneurs and executives.

Chris McNulty
Jun 306 min read


Building Delight - Inside Microsoft Product Management
In our latest Polaris episode, I sat down with Sean Squires to demystify what product managers at Microsoft really do. We explored...

Chris McNulty
Jun 178 min read


Not Too Big, Not Too Small – TechCon is Just Right
In our latest Polaris episode, we explore how mid-sized tech conferences (like TechCon 365 Seattle – coming up June 27) are closing the AI skills gap and sparking community engagement – with guest David Wilhelm sharing insights on training, diversity, and the unique power of in-person connection.

Chris McNulty
Jun 116 min read


The Transformative Power of Generative AI in Business with Zack Zeller
Leveraging AI for Business Growth In the latest episode of Polaris , I sat down with Zack Zeller to discuss the transformative power of...

Chris McNulty
May 234 min read


The Wonderful World of Mark Kashman
Join us as we explore "The Wonderful World of Mark Kashman" with Mark Kashman, delving into the vibrant Microsoft 365 community and its upcoming conference.

Chris McNulty
Apr 293 min read


Polaris: Strategy Unplugged with Dr. John Hillen
On the latest Polaris episode, unlock the true essence of business strategy with Dr. John Hillen as we delve into the intricacies of strategy, its misconceptions, and how to nurture it as a fundamental strength of your leadership team.

Chris McNulty
Apr 216 min read


Transform Your Future at the Microsoft 365 Community Conference
Join us on Polaris as Jeff Teper and Karuana Gatimu discuss how to transform your future at the Microsoft 365 Community Conference.

Chris McNulty
Apr 86 min read


Polaris: The Productivity Paradox - Mr. Productivity
On the latest episode of Polaris - The Productivity Paradox: Handling More with Less we talk with Mark Struczewski (Mr. Productivity).

Chris McNulty
Apr 63 min read


It’s time for your conference story
Synozur is sponsoring & speaking at the M365 Conference, May 2025. We launched an oral history program with Microsoft to share your stories.

Chris McNulty
Apr 62 min read
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