Understanding ClickFix attacks: How cybercriminals exploit users and what you can do to stay safe
Cybercriminals continuously evolve their tactics, and one of the latest threats is the ClickFix social engineering technique. In early 2024, Microsoft Threat Intelligence and Microsoft Defender Experts identified this rising threat. Targeting both enterprise and end-user devices, ClickFix exploits user trust and system vulnerabilities to deliver malware like the Lumma Stealer. The technique’s growing prevalence […]
Understanding Microsoft licensing: Cutting through the complexity
Microsoft licensing doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. The real challenge is choosing the right mix of products, subscriptions, and user permissions so you get value without paying for more than you need. When managed thoughtfully, licensing becomes a strategic tool that supports security and productivity rather than just an administrative task. So, can Microsoft licensing […]
How CSPs save you money: A smarter approach to Microsoft cloud licensing
Buying Microsoft 365 or Azure licenses directly from Microsoft may seem straightforward, but it often results in overspending, underutilized subscriptions, and limited commercial flexibility. For many organizations, the better alternative is the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) model, designed to improve cost control, simplify subscription management, and deliver dedicated partner support while retaining full access to […]
Top 10 Microsoft 365 best practices every small business should implement
Most businesses rely on Microsoft 365 for daily operations, email, collaboration, and file storage, but only a few fully utilize its capabilities. The truth is that many of them use only about 40% of what they’re already paying for. Features designed to enhance productivity, automate workflows, and strengthen security often remain unnoticed. At AVASOFT, our […]
How Microsoft’s New Commerce Experience transforms cloud licensing
Microsoft’s licensing framework has continually evolved to keep pace with cloud adoption, from Open License to CSP, and now to the New Commerce Experience (NCE). This shift isn’t just about billing updates; it redefines how organizations purchase, manage, and optimize Microsoft 365, Dynamics, and Azure subscriptions. For businesses aiming to stay compliant, flexible, and cost-efficient, […]
Pay-As-You-Go vs. Reserved Instances vs. CSP – Which saves you more?
Cloud costs often rise faster than expected, especially when Azure resources are purchased without the right pricing model. Many organizations, from startups to enterprises, begin with Microsoft’s Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) plan for convenience. But as workloads grow, that convenience can turn into overspending. At AVASOFT, assessments across multiple industries show one recurring pattern: companies staying on […]
Automate smarter: Using generative actions in Power Automate without coding
Why do many automation initiatives face delays right from the start? Business teams see the potential of automation but building workflows with standard Power Automate methods involves a complex setup. It requires connectors, logic mapping, and testing, even for basic steps. This often leads to delays, as users rely on IT for basic flows, limiting […]
Why Microsoft chose .NET MAUI for the Azure mobile app – And why it makes sense for you too
Currently mobile applications must deliver consistent performance, seamless user experiences, and robust scalability across devices and platforms. Microsoft’s Azure Mobile App, a critical tool for IT professionals and cloud administrators, underwent a significant transformation by leveraging .NET Multi-platform App UI (.NET MAUI), Microsoft’s latest cross-platform development framework. This decision wasn’t arbitrary; it was a strategic move to future-proof the […]
Handling data limitations in Power Apps
Building custom business applications using Power Apps is gaining traction due to its low-code interface and seamless integration within the Microsoft ecosystem. However, as organizations scale these applications to handle large datasets, they often run into a common challenge: data limitations, especially the 2,000-row limit. Without proper planning, these limitations can lead to incomplete results, […]