
Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions — The Podcast
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Exchanges with Hitachi Solutions — The Podcast
Top FabCon 2025 Takeaways for Your Data Modernization Know-How
Curious about the future of data platforms and how Microsoft Fabric is changing the game? In this episode of "Exchanges" by Hitachi Solutions, host Laurel Greszler and her expert guests break down the biggest takeaways from Microsoft's second Fabric Conference in Las Vegas—a must-listen for anyone navigating the fast-evolving world of data, AI, and analytics.
You’ll hear firsthand insights from Sandeep Pawar, a senior architect and Microsoft Data Platform MVP, who presented on AI-powered data engineering, and from Ian Santillan, who specializes in data security and real-time intelligence. Plus, Matt Volke shares what it was like connecting with thousands of attendees and customers from around the world.
Here’s why you should tune in:
- Get the inside scoop on the latest features and announcements from Fabric Con, including expanded AI and Copilot capabilities now accessible to organizations of all sizes—not just large enterprises1.
- Learn how Fabric’s rapid adoption (now with 19,000 paying customers) is driving organizations to modernize their data platforms and become “AI ready”.
- Discover how Hitachi Solutions’ Empower Data Platform accelerates Fabric adoption, helping companies centralize messy data sources and unlock powerful analytics and AI.
- Find out how real-time intelligence and low-code tools are making advanced analytics more accessible, and what that means for your business in 2025 and beyond.
- Hear about the practical steps and free training available to help your team mature from dashboards to real-time, AI-driven insights.
- Get a behind-the-scenes look at industry trends, security best practices, and what’s next for data-driven organizations1.
If you want to stay ahead in the data and AI space, this episode is packed with expert perspectives, actionable advice, and stories from the front lines of Microsoft’s data revolution. Don’t miss it!
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Adam Piercy, Microsoft Dynamics Sales Capabilities Lead, Hitachi Solutions
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Brad Koontz, Hitachi Solutions VP of Industry Solution Sales
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Dave Horstein, Hitachi Solutions Advisory Senior Director
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Hannah Story
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Jeffrey Lipkowitz
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Joel Lindstrom, Senior Director — Low Code, Hitachi Solutions Tech Hub of Rapid Solution Development
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Jonathan Yundt, Regulated Industry Director, Hitachi Solutions
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Keith Shoulders, Scrum Master Team Lead, Hitachi Solutions Project Services
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Leah Quartano Bowling, Hitachi Solutions VP, Insurance & Healthcare
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