Driving Digital Transformation with Microsoft Foundry
Description
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses must move beyond traditional strategies to unlock the transformative potential of AI. Driving Digital Transformation with Azure AI Foundry is a hands-on guide to leading this change using Microsoft's powerful cloud and AI ecosystem.
From aligning business goals with AI capabilities and designing user-centric solutions to harnessing real-time data and enabling intelligent automation, this book covers the entire AI lifecycle using Azure's powerful suite-Azure AI Foundry, OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Synapse, Fabric, and more. It starts with an introduction to Azure AI Foundry and setting up its environment, followed by design and building of AI solutions. With an emphasis on responsible AI, security, and scalability, the book explores key principles for governance, trust, and ethical innovation in Azure AI Foundry. Real-world case studies across industries-healthcare, retail, finance, manufacturing, and government-demonstrate Azure AI Foundry's tangible impact. Whether you're a business leader, technologist, or architect, this book equips you with the knowledge to unlock AI's full potential with Azure AI Foundry.
After reading the book, you will learn to recognize high-impact use cases, align business objectives with Azure AI Foundry capabilities, and understand the essential building blocks of a modern, digital-first organization.
What You Will Learn:
- Build & Launch Impactful AI Solutions on Azure
- Shape an AI-Powered & Responsible Organization
- Drive Tangible Business Outcomes & Scale Success
- Leverage powerful Azure services like Azure Machine Learning, Azure OpenAI Service, and Cognitive Services within their organization's projects.
Who This Book Is For:
Azure AI Architects and Data Professionals
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Mezba Uddin is a Cloud Infrastructure Specialist and multiple-time Microsoft MVP. He designs and operates secure, large-scale Microsoft cloud environments for public sector organisations in the UK, including the NHS. With advanced certifications including Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) and Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), and over a decade of hands-on experience, he leads on Azure architecture, Microsoft 365, Hybrid active directory, and Cybersecurity. He helps organisations modernise legacy estates while controlling cost through strong FinOps practices. His work frequently spans Azure architecture, Zero trust security framework, Virtual computing platforms, and Automation. Ensuring systems remain resilient, compliant, and cost-efficient.
A recognised Microsoft certified trainer and active community mentor, Mezba regularly supports startups, students, and engineers through mentoring, speaking, and training. He shares practical guidance on cloud governance, automation, and data protection.
Content
Chapter 1: The New Era of Digital Transformation.- Chapter 2: Introduction to Azure AI Foundry.- Chapter 3: Designing and Building AI Solutions.- Chapter 4: Enabling Data-Driven Intelligence.- Chapter 5: Orchestration and Automation with AI Agents.- Chapter 6: Responsible AI and Governance.- Chapter 7: Security and Trust in Enterprise AI.- Chapter 8: Real-World Case Studies and Industry Applications.- Chapter 9: Scaling and Operationalizing AI.- Chapter 10: The Future of AI in Digital Transformation.
