AI-Powered Virtual Events: Insights From Microsoft Ignite

Microsoft Ignite, a yearly event showcasing Microsoft products, partners, and solutions, is a must-attend event for anyone invested in leveraging Microsoft technology to meet their goals. This year, Microsoft Teams and Copilot's AI-powered features and enhancements are taking center stage, particularly for businesses using Teams as their core Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) platform. We’re especially excited to see how these new AI solutions—combined with hardware innovations from industry leaders—will bring new energy and value to Teams-based virtual and hybrid events. 

Key Sessions We're Attending

Our team has its eyes on several Ignite sessions that promise exciting revelations in AI-powered meeting and event solutions:

Microsoft Teams Enhancements

With Teams at the heart of many virtual events and webinars, we're diving into sessions that are showcasing new features, particularly those incorporating Copilot's AI-driven capabilities. The Unlock Smart Collaboration with Microsoft Teams and Simplify Microsoft Teams Management with Copilot sessions will give us the opportunity to connect with experts directly and gain insights into the future of Teams Rooms and device integration, helping us stay at the forefront of what's possible for your events.

AI-Powered Collaboration with Copilot

Microsoft’s Copilot for Teams is introducing a host of new, intelligent tools to the virtual collaboration space, and we can't wait to explore their full potential. We'll be paying close attention to Microsoft Copilot for event planning, with it's real-time insights, automated summaries, and task management. We'll also be looking at AI tools for virtual event management, including strategy, engagement, and post-event follow-up.

Intelligent Hardware Solutions

We're excited about sessions offered by AT&T, Creston, Jabra, and Logitech, where we'll see their latest AI-driven products designed for Teams Rooms. From Jabra's PanaCast for intelligent video conferencing, to Logitech's equity-focused collaboration devices, these technologies have the potential for enhancing both virtual and hybrid events for Microsoft Teams to create a richer, more engaging experience for virtual attendees. 

What We're Most Excited to Discover

We're headed to Chicago for Ignite with clear goals: to bring back actionable knowledge that we can use to elevate our virtual event services, enhance hybrid events with Microsoft Teams, and learn up-to-date best practices for Teams-based events. Here's what we're focusing on:

Enhanced Virtual Experiences

We’re especially interested in learning how AI is being used to bridge the gap between in-person and virtual attendance to foster a truly unified experience. Whether it’s automated content sharing, dynamic presentation controls, or enhanced analytics, we're on the hunt for new ways to ensure your audience feels connected, no matter where they’re joining from.

Best Practices for AI Integration in Microsoft Teams

While our event pros have already been leveraging the power of Copilot to boost our event management services, there's more to discover about AI-powered virtual events with Microsoft Teams. We can't wait to learn more strategies and tools for event hosts to deploy, including how features like predictive scheduling, audience engagement analytics, and even virtual event moderation powered by AI can create smoother, more interactive sessions. 

Breakthrough Hardware for Seamless Event Delivery

As we explore the latest AV technology and intelligent device integration from Creston , Jabra, Logitech, we’ll be gathering insights into tools that will support higher-quality streaming and improved accessibility for all event participants.

Booths We'll Be Stopping By

We've found that learning what's new and interesting isn't just limited to specific sessions - we have plans to spend time on the exhibit floor, meeting representatives from companies like DTEN and World Wide Technologies , to discover what other AI and Teams innovations are available that will enhance the the Microsoft Teams event experience. We're excited to meet with companies pioneering the AI revolution!

Stay Tuned for Exclusive Post-Conference Insights

After the conference, we’ll meet you back here to share our key takeaways and in-depth analysis on how these the virtual event technology at Microsoft Ignite gave us insights into how these new AI-powered tools can be used to enhance your event management. Watch for updates across our blog and social media channels, where we’ll highlight the tools, features, and best practices that can take your Microsoft Teams virtual events to the next level. 

Connect with EventBuilder at Microsoft Ignite

If you’re attending Microsoft Ignite, we’d love to connect! Get in touch with us today to learn how we can help you leverage the latest Microsoft Teams and AI solutions for your next unforgettable, impactful virtual or hybrid event.