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What Is Microsoft Copilot, and How Does It Actually Work?

Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, but few tools have generated as much real business interest as Microsoft Copilot.  Unlike standalone AI apps, Copilot is built directly into the tools your team already uses every day: Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. That tight integration ...

Is Your Business Ready For AI?

5 Questions Every Montana CEO Should Ask Before Adopting Copilot AI  Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future-state conversation. With tools like Microsoft Copilot AI 2.0 now embedded directly into Microsoft 365, AI is rapidly becoming a daily business productivity layer, not an ...

Clasoil Kitchen Monthly Newsletter January 2026

  Dark Pumpkin Pie  (GF) (V) Ingredients 15 ounce can pumpkin puree 1 cup heavy coconut cream 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup ...

Employee Spotlight: Julie Massaro

Employee Spotlight: Julie Massaro — ISM’s Accounting Ace & Office Mom Extraordinaire If there’s a heartbeat behind ISM’s operations, it’s Julie Massaro. Her career ...

Tech Tip: Zero-Trust Architecture

What is Zero-Trust Architecture? Never Trust, Always Verify: Every user, device, and workflow must be continuously authenticated and authorized. Least Privilege Access: Users and systems are granted only the access needed to perform their function, reducing the attack surface. Micro-Segmentation: ...

Tech Tip: Automate Compliance Reporting

Why Automating Compliance Matters Efficiency at Scale: Manual compliance reporting can take weeks. Automated systems consolidate data from multiple sources and generate reports in hours, freeing IT and compliance teams for higher-value work. Accuracy and Consistency: Automation reduces human error, ...

Securing the Future: Why AI‑Native Security & Data Governance Are Mission‑Critical for 2026

As businesses rush to adopt AI, from generative models to autonomous agents, the pressure is on to make sure this new wave of innovation doesn’t come with unacceptable security and regulatory risk. What used to be “nice to have” security ...

Clasoil Kitchen Monthly Newsletter December 2025

Teriyaki Mushroom Noodles with Sticky Tempeh (GF, V) If you’re craving something cozy, savory, and just a little spicy, these Teriyaki Mushroom Noodles ...

Employee Spotlight: Preston Clark

Employee Spotlight: Preston Clark – Service Desk Technician Preston Clark joined ISM with a strong technical foundation and a lifelong passion ...

Spot the Scam: A Practical Guide to Holiday Cyber Safety

The festive spirit shouldn't include falling for a cleverly disguised cyber scam. These cons are designed to create a sense of urgency, excitement, or fear, prompting you to act without thinking. By understanding the common red flags, you can browse, ...

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