
Workplace Ninja Summit
This podcast collects session recordings from the Workplace Ninja Summit, a community conference focused on Microsoft workplace technologies, endpoint management, and modern IT operations. Episodes feature presentations and discussions from event speakers aimed at IT professionals and workplace specialists. The content is practical and community-driven, covering topics relevant to managing and securing modern work environments.
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Recast Software on Community Tools and App Management | With Ben Ward
Why does a commercial vendor keep giving tools away? Ben Ward, Field CTO UK & Ireland at Recast Software, on Right Click Tools Community, OSDCloud and why application management is still the hard part.In this episode- Why Recast has sponsored the summit and keeps coming back- Free community tools like Right Click Tools Community Edition and OSDCloud, and what Recast gets back from them- The pr

Windows Updates Meet Recovery | With Lia Vargas & Mounica Battula
Why do Windows updates and device recovery belong in one conversation? Lia Vargas (Windows recovery) and Mounica Battula (Windows Autopatch) from Microsoft explain how they keep devices current, and what happens when an update goes wrong.In this episode- Why update management and recovery are two halves of the same device lifecycle- What the Windows team changed after the July 2024 outage, and how

They Don't Hack, They Log In | With Sami Laiho & Mikael Nyström
Most breaches don't need clever hacking: someone logs in with real credentials. Sami Laiho and Mikael Nyström (Truesec incident response) on why, what to do in the first hour, and which security measures are pure theater.In this episode- Why 'they don't hack, they log in' is how most incidents really start- Windows 11 isn't secure by default until you configure and harden it- A

AI for Security vs. Security for AI | With Itay Peled & Yuri Diogenes
Itay Peled (Project Perception) and Yuri Diogenes (Defender for Cloud) on the two sides of AI in security: using AI to defend, and securing the AI everyone is deploying. Recorded live at Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 with Frans Oudendorp and Alex Verboon.In this episode- Why "AI for security" and "security for AI" are different problems that you can't solve separately- Exposu
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[Ninja BE Event] What Does the Ninja BE User Group Actually Do? | Nicky, Kenny & Dieter
The Ninja BE organizing team — Nicky, Kenny, and Dieter — take the stage to explain what the Ninja BE user group is all about: its mission, community, and what members can expect from future events.📍 Recorded live at the Ninja BE User Group Event, June 4, 2026 (Belgium)#NinjaBE #UserGroup #Community #ITCommunity #Belgium
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[Ninja BE Event] Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop & More | Joeri Kumbruck & Jon Jarvis
Joeri Kumbruck and Jon Jarvis explore the world of Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), covering the latest features, use cases, and best practices for deploying cloud PCs and virtual desktop environments in the modern workplace.📍 Recorded live at the Ninja BE User Group Event, June 4, 2026 (Belgium)#Windows365 #AVD #AzureVirtualDesktop #CloudPC #Microsoft365 #NinjaBE
![[Ninja BE Event] The SSO Tax: Stop Paying for Security Your IdP Already Provides | Michael Mardahl](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/39227320/39227320-1696509846406-9b44bb5ef6537.jpg)
[Ninja BE Event] The SSO Tax: Stop Paying for Security Your IdP Already Provides | Michael Mardahl
Michael Mardahl exposes the hidden "SSO Tax" — the extra fees organizations pay for security features that their identity provider already includes. This deep dive shows how to get more value out of your Microsoft Entra investment and cut redundant security tooling from your stack.📍 Recorded live at the Ninja BE User Group Event, June 4, 2026 (Belgium)#SSOTax #MicrosoftEntra #IdentityMan
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[Ninja BE Event] WDAC, Appcontrol.ai & App Control for Business | Kim Oppalfens & Tom DeGreef
Kim Oppalfens and Tom DeGreef break down Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC), the Appcontrol.ai platform, and Microsoft's App Control for Business. A practical look at application allowlisting and how organizations can lock down what runs on their endpoints.📍 Recorded live at the Ninja BE User Group Event, June 4, 2026 (Belgium)#WDAC #AppControl #Appcontrolai #WindowsSecurity #Intune #
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[Ninja BE Event] Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) Explained | Rudy Ooms & Jens duFour
Rudy Ooms and Jens duFour dive into Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) at the Ninja BE Event in Belgium. Learn what EPM is, why removing local admin rights matters for security, and how to implement least-privilege access without breaking user productivity.📍 Recorded live at the Ninja BE User Group Event, June 4, 2026 (Belgium)#EPM #EndpointPrivilegeManagement #Microsoft #Intune #ITSecurity #Ninj

Microsoft at Ninja Summit 2026: Round Tables, Focus Groups & a Full Crew - with Lior Bela
In this episode, Peter sits down with Lior Bela from Microsoft - recorded live at the MVP Summit in Redmond. Lior pulls back the curtain on what Microsoft is bringing to the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 in Baden, Switzerland.Expect a full Microsoft crew spanning Intune, Windows, Windows 365 and Security. Round tables, focus groups and direct product feedback sessions - giving you real access to the

Gerry Hampson on Global Secure Access, Entra Private Access & Intune — Back at Ninja Summit Baden 2026
🥷 Speaker Spotlight | Workplace Ninja Summit — Baden, September 2026Peter sat down with Gerry Hampson at the Microsoft campus in Redmond to talk about what's coming to Baden this September.Gerry is a long-time endpoint management specialist and has attended every single Workplace Ninja Summit since the very first edition in 2020 — and this year is no different.In this episode, Gerry shares wha

Live Demos, Real Stories & No Stupid Questions – Sune Thomsen Joins the Ninja Summit!
The last of our pre-approved speaker announcements — and it's a great one to finish on.Frans catches up with Sune Thomsen in the Workplace Ninja Studio. Sune is a Windows 365 MVP from Denmark — the very first Windows 365 MVP in the program — and a Nerdio value professional with a background stretching back to MDT and SCCM.Sune talks about what he's bringing to Baden this September — Window

Cloud PCs, Security & Good Vibes – Dominiek Verham Joins the Ninja Summit Stage!
Dominiek Verham has been speaking at the Workplace Ninja Summit for two years - and he's back for more in Baden this September.In this episode, Frans catches up with Dominiek remotely in the Workplace Ninja Studio. Fresh off NerdioCon, Dominiek talks about what's happening in the Windows 365 and AVD space right now, what organizations are still struggling with when it comes to maturity lev

Interviewed in a Hummer EV – Sami Laiho Confirmed for the Ninja Summit 2026!
Not your average speaker announcement. Peter catches up with Sami Laiho in a Hummer EV in the parking lot of Building 36 at the Microsoft campus in Redmond. Because why not!Sami is a Microsoft MVP since 2011 from Helsinki — Windows, devices and security MVP — and has attended every single Workplace Ninja Summit since the beginning. His tips and tricks session last year was one and a half hours of

Windows 365 in 30 Minutes – Dieter Kempeneers is Coming to Baden!
Full Windows 365 feature setup in 30 minutes. No VDI knowledge needed. Just Intune access and you're good to go.In this episode, Stefan Beckman catches up with Dieter Kempeneers — an Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 MVP from Belgium — live at the MVP Summit on the Microsoft campus in Redmond.Dieter talks about the power of Windows 365, why it's simpler than most people think, and what he'll b

From the Microsoft Mothership to Baden – Stefan Schörling Confirmed for 2026!
Almost 25 years in security. Real-world lessons from the field. And a Cybertruck in the background — because it's all about cyber this week.In this episode, Peter catches up with Stefan Schörling live at the MVP Summit outside Building 36 on the Microsoft campus in Redmond.Stefan talks about how threats are evolving rapidly, how AI is being used in phishing and impersonation attacks, and what

Mattias Borg has Been There Since Day One – And He's Back for 2026!
Mattias Borg has been at the Workplace Ninja Summit since day one — and that says everything you need to know.In this episode, Peter catches up with Mattias live at the MVP Summit on the Microsoft campus in Redmond. They talk about AI-powered threats, how attackers are getting smarter and faster, and what that means for your defenses.Mattias will be bringing sessions on Defender XDR, detection eng

Why Neil McLoughlin Can't Wait to Be Back at the Workplace Ninja Summit!
First visit last year. Called it one of the best events of the year. Now he's back.In this episode, Stefan Beckman catches up with Neil McLoughlin — an Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 MVP from the UK — live at the MVP Summit in Redmond.Neil talks about what's changing in AVD and Windows 365, why AVD hybrid is worth paying attention to, and why he's looking forward to doing hands-on demos in

Meet Jan Ketil Skanke – Joining the 2026 Ninja Summit Stage!
Peter is live at the MVP Summit in Redmond and caught up with Jan Ketil Skanke — who is now officially confirmed as one of our speakers for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 in Baden, Switzerland.They talk about what Jan Ketil will be bringing to the stage this September at Trafo Baden — identity security, Entra, Intune and non-human identities. And yes, they had to run inside because of the typical

Meet Jorgen Nilsson – Joining the 2026 Ninja Summit Stage!
Peter is live at the MVP Summit and caught up with Jorgen Nilsson — who is now officially confirmed as one of our speakers for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 in Baden, Switzerland.They talk about what Jorgen will be bringing to the stage this September at Trafo Baden, and why you should join us in Baden.Thinking about speaking yourself? The Call for Sessions is still open!The Workplace Ninja Summ

Live from the MVP Summit: Ronni Pedersen Joins the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026!
Peter Daalmans is live at the MVP Summit and caught up with Ronni Pedersen — who is now officially confirmed as one of our speakers for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 in Baden, Switzerland.Tune in to hear what Ronni will be bringing to the stage this September at Trafo Baden.The Workplace Ninja Summit is Europe's premier event for endpoint management and security professionals, featuring 125+

Live from Munich: Ugur Koc Joins the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026
We are excited to introduce Ugur Koc as one of our pre‑approved speakers for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026!Peter Daalmans travelled to Munich to meet Ugur in person and ask him what topics he is planning to bring to this year’s Summit.Ugur is known for his deep expertise in Intune, Security Copilot, and modern endpoint management. With a strong background in cybersecurity and cloud architecture,

Fabian Bader Joins the 2026 Workplace Ninja Summit Speaker Lineup!
We are excited to introduce Fabian Bader as one of our pre‑approved speakers for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026!Fabian is well known in the community for his deep expertise in Microsoft 365, automation, and modern workplace engineering—bringing a hands‑on, real‑world approach to every session he delivers.In this intro video, broadcast from our Workplace Ninja Summit Studio, we highlight Fabian’s

Meet Travis Roberts – Joining the 2026 Ninja Summit Stage!
From automation to cloud mastery, Travis Roberts has been a driving force in the Workplace Ninja community — and now he’s officially a pre‑approved speaker for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026! 🎉In this intro video, we shine a spotlight on Travis’s expertise, his dedication to sharing knowledge, and what you can expect from his upcoming session.Broadcast straight from the Ninja Summit Studio, this

Kicking Off the 2026 Speaker Lineup: Meet Kenneth van Surksum
Our first pre‑approved speaker for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2026 has been revealed: Kenneth van Surksum!A familiar name, a trusted expert, and the perfect person to kick off this year’s lineup.Watch the intro video and stay tuned — 14 more speakers coming your way!#WPNinjas #Summit2026 #SpeakerReveal

Deploying Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | With Manuel Hauch & Paul Huijbregts
What is Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and how should you deploy it?In this episode, Frans Oudendorp and Alex Benoit talked with Manuel Hauch and Paul Huijbregts about:✔ Key features of Defender for Endpoint✔ Deployment strategies for maximum protection✔ Best practices for securing your organizationIf you want to strengthen endpoint security, this session is for you!📌 Subscribe for more interview

Automating Intune Like a Pro | With Garth Jones & Nickolaj Andersen
What can you do to automate Intune and save time?In this recording, we talked with Garth Jones and Nickolaj Andersen about:✔ Tools and scripts for Intune automation✔ How automation improves efficiency and reduces errors✔ Real-world examples from experienced professionalsIf you’re looking to streamline endpoint management, this conversation is for you!📌 Subscribe for more interviews from #WPNinja20

Inside Entra ID Security: Attack & Defend | With Morten Knudsen & Sergey Chubarov
How secure is your Entra ID environment, and what can attackers exploit?In this podcast, Frans Oudendorp and Thomas Kurth talked with Morten Knudsen and Sergey Chubarov about:✔ How attackers target Entra ID and what techniques they use✔ Defensive strategies to protect identities and access✔ Key security features and best practices in Entra IDIf you’re serious about identity protection and want to

Intune Architecture Deep Dive | With Albert Cabello and Diwakar Farwaha
What does Intune architecture look like behind the scenes?In this episode, we talked with Albert Cabello and Diwakar Farwaha about:✔ The core components of Intune architecture✔ How infrastructure impacts scalability and performance✔ Best practices for managing Intune at enterprise levelIf you’re interested in endpoint management and cloud architecture, this is a must-watch!📌 Subscribe for more int

Troubleshooting Windows 11 and Intune | With Rudy Ooms & Joost Gelijsteen
How should we start troubleshooting Intune and Windows environments?In this session from the Workplace Ninja Summit, we talked with Rudy Ooms and Joost Gelijsteen about:✔ Where to begin when debugging Windows 11 and Intune✔ Common pitfalls and how to avoid them✔ Practical tips from experts in the fieldIf you’re managing modern Windows environments and want to improve your troubleshooting skills, t

OSDCloud and the Next Chapter | With David Segura & Chris Muster
What is OSDCloud, and what does it mean now that it’s part of Recast Software?In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talked with David Segura and Chris Muster about:✔ What OSDCloud is and why it matters for modern deployment✔ How it simplifies operating system deployment in the cloud era✔ What joining Recast means for the future of OSDCloudIf you’re interested in automation, cl

IntuneBrew and Beyond: Community Tools in Endpoint Management | With Ugur Koc & Oliver Kieselbach
Community-driven tools like IntuneBrew are changing the way we manage modern workplaces—but how should we use them responsibly?In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talked with Ugur Koc and Oliver Kieselbach about:✔ What IntuneBrew is and why it matters✔ The role of community tools in endpoint management✔ Best practices for leveraging these tools without riskIf you’re passiona

Intune Misconfigurations: What Can Go Wrong? | With Janic Verboon & Nicola Suter
Configuring Microsoft Intune is powerful—but what happens when things go wrong?In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talked with Janic Verboon and Nicola Suter about:✔ Common Intune misconfigurations✔ The impact they can have on your environment✔ Best practices to avoid costly mistakesIf you manage devices with Intune, this conversation is packed with practical insights!📌 Subs

Securing the AI-Powered Enterprise | Keynote Insights with Daniel von Büren
As organizations embrace AI to transform their businesses, the security landscape is evolving at unprecedented speed.In this keynote conversation from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talked with Daniel von Büren, Swiss Security Officer, about:✔ How AI introduces new opportunities—and new risks✔ The growing sophistication of cyberattacks✔ Microsoft’s vision for securing the AI-powered enterpris

The Future of Cybercrime: Insights from Fabian Bader & Sami Laiho | Workplace Ninja Summit 2025
What does the future of cybercrime look like in 2025 and beyond?In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talked with Fabian Bader and Sami Laiho about:✔ Emerging cybercrime trends and threats✔ How IT teams can prepare for evolving attacks✔ Highlights from their sessions at the summitIf you want to stay ahead of the curve in cybersecurity, this conversation is a must-watch!📌 Subsc

Security Copilot Plug-ins: What They Mean for You | With Manuel Hauch & Jaime Guimera Coll
Plug-ins are appearing in Microsoft Security Copilot—but what does that mean for IT and security teams?In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talked with Manuel Hauch and Jaime Guimera Coll about:✔ What Security Copilot agents and plug-ins are✔ How they change the way we manage security✔ Practical steps you should take nowIf you want to understand how AI-driven security tools a

Sentinel DataLake Explained | Use Cases & Insights with Pouyan Khabazi & Javier Soriano
What is Microsoft Sentinel DataLake, and why does it matter for security and analytics?In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, I talk with Pouyan Khabazi and Javier Soriano about:✔ What Sentinel DataLake is✔ How it can be used in real-world scenarios✔ Key use cases for security and complianceIf you’re looking to understand how DataLake transforms threat detection and data managemen

Behind the Scenes of Windows Innovation | Talal Alqinawi at Workplace Ninja Summit 2025
What powers a smooth user experience? In this interview from the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, we talk with Talal Alqinawi about the future of workplace management and the latest Windows innovations.We cover:✔ Hotpatch and its impact on update strategies✔ Cloud-native delivery for modern environments✔ AI-enabled toolsets that empower IT teamsIf you want to understand what’s next for Windows and IT

Demystifying Global Secure Access: Zero Trust in the Real World
In this episode, we sit down with Peter Lenzke and Christopher Brumm to unpack Global Secure Access (GSA)—Microsoft’s modern approach to secure connectivity. Is GSA just another name for Zero Trust networking? How does it fit into your existing infrastructure? And what does it look like in real-world deployments? With hands-on field experience and practical insights, Peter and Christopher break do

Streamlining IT: Windows & Intune Investments for Smarter Management
In this episode, we chat with Maggie Dakeva and Ben Yim about the latest innovations from the Windows and Intune teams aimed at simplifying and modernizing endpoint management. From behind-the-scenes investments to real-world impact, discover how Microsoft is making it easier for IT pros to manage devices efficiently, reduce complexity, and stay ahead of evolving workplace needs. Whether you're ma

Proactive Device Management in Action: Intune Analytics & Copilot Simplified
In this engaging interview, we sit down with Maxime Guillemin and Joery van den Bosch to explore how Intune Advanced Analytics and Microsoft Copilot are transforming proactive device management. Learn how to resolve issues faster, keep endpoints running smoothly, and boost IT efficiency—without needing deep technical expertise. Whether you're just getting started with Intune or looking to scal

Charting the Cloud-Native Future: AI, Intune, and the Security Shift
Join us for an insightful conversation with Jason Roszak and Matt Call as Frans Oudendorp, Peter Daalmans and Harjit Dhaliwal dive deeper into their keynote, "Navigating the New Frontier: Embracing Cloud-Native and AI for Enhanced Security and Productivity." In this interview, we explore how Microsoft is reimagining endpoint management with Intune, leveraging AI-powered assistive agents, and enabl

Kickoff Chat with Mirko | Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 Highlights
In this quick episode, I talk with Mirko about the start of the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 in Baden. We cover what the summit is, the number of sessions and speakers, and why this event is a must for IT professionals.Stay tuned for more conversations and insights from the summit!

Recast at Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 – Community, Innovation & Exclusive Previews
In the final episode of the Platinum Sponsor Series, Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal chat with Juha Haapsaari from Recast about their role at Workplace Ninja Summit 2025.We discuss:✔ Why community is at the heart of Recast’s mission✔ What they’re bringing to the summit – swag, demos, and sneak previews✔ How Recast is driving innovation in endpoint managementIf you’re attending the summit or wa

Glueckkanja at Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 – Cloud Innovation, Security & Community Impact
In this exclusive pre-summit interview, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal connect with Ugur Koc from Glueckkanja, a key partner and thought leader in the modern workplace and cloud security space.🎯 What’s inside:✅ What Glueckkanja is bringing to the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025✅ Their vision on secure cloud-native modern workplace environments✅ Ugur’s take on the evolving needs of IT pros a

2Pint at Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 – Smart Content Delivery & Swag Preview
In this exclusive pre-summit interview for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal sit down virtually with the team from 2Pint Software—industry experts in content delivery optimization.We dive into:✅ What is 2Pint—and how did the name come to life?✅ Why 2Pint is proudly part of the Ninja Summit community✅ What they’re showcasing this year to boost endpoint perfo

Why Baden? Discover the City Behind the Workplace Ninja Summit | With Alex Verboon
📍 Ever wondered why the Workplace Ninja Summit is hosted in Baden, Switzerland?Join hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal as they sit down with Alex Verboon, co-organizer of the summit, to uncover the story behind this unique location and its iconic venue, the Trafohalle.In this behind-the-scenes episode, you'll get an insider's view of:✅ Why Baden is the ideal host city for a global t

Patch My PC at Ninja Summit 2025 – Swag, Sessions & Why They’re Showing Up Big
At the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 in Baden, Harjit Dhaliwal and Frans Oudendorp sit down with Keeran Mistry and Rudy Ooms from Patch My PC, one of this year’s Diamond Sponsors.💬 In this interview, you'll hear:Why Patch My PC is backing the Ninja Summit as a Diamond SponsorWhat kind of awesome swag they’ve brought for attendeesWhat they’re planning to showcase at the boothThe sessions and topics t

Empowering Diversity in Tech: A Conversation with Lavanya Lakshman | Workplace Ninja Summit
In this special episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit Podcast, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal sit down with Lavanya Lakshman for an inspiring conversation on how to actively engage and support diversity in the tech industry.Lavanya shares her personal journey as a woman in tech, highlights the importance of mentorship and sponsorship, and offers practical advice for women aiming for lea

Double the Insight: Sander Rozemuller & Petri Paavola on Community, Tech & WPNinja Summit 2025
In this special dual interview, Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal sit down with two powerhouse speakers — Sander Rozemuller and Petri Paavola — to talk about their passion for the community, their current focus areas, and what they’re planning for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 in Baden 🇨🇭.🎯 What’s inside:Their motivation for speaking at community-driven eventsThe modern workplace and security

Behind the Tech: Rudi Ooms on Passion, Community & What’s Next at WPNinja Summit 2025
In this pre-selected speaker interview, Harjit Dhaliwal sits down with Rudi Ooms to explore his journey, his passion for the modern workplace, and what he’s planning for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 in Baden 🇨🇭.🎯 In this conversation, Rudi shares:What motivates him to speak at community-driven events like WPNinja SummitThe IT topics he’s most excited about right nowHow he hopes to inspire and s

From MVP Summit to WPNinja Summit — A Conversation with Sami Laiho
In this pre-selected speaker interview, recorded live at the MVP Summit in Seattle, Frans Oudendorp sits down with Windows security expert Sami Laiho to talk about his journey, passions, and what he’s bringing to the stage at the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 in Baden this September.We cover: ✅ Sami’s background and what drives him to speak at community events✅ The IT and modern workplace topics he’

Gianni Castaldi at Microsoft Building 92: Insights for Workplace Ninja Summit 2025
Join us for an engaging interview with Gianni Castaldi, recorded at the iconic Microsoft Building 92. In this session, Gianni shares his background and motivation for speaking at the community-driven Workplace Ninja Summit. Discover the IT and modern workplace topics that excite him the most, and learn how his expertise can inspire and positively impact the Workplace Ninja community. Gianni also o

A New Chapter: Announcing Our New Website for WPNinja Summit — summit.wpninjas.global
Big news for the Workplace Ninja community! 🎉We’re excited to officially launch our new website: summit.wpninjas.global — the new home for everything related to the Workplace Ninja Summit.In this short update, we talk about:🌐 Why we made the move from wpninjas.eu🆕 What’s new on the platform📢 How this site also supports Workplace Ninja User Groups around the worldThe new site will not only host all

Building Success: Esther Barthel on Automation, Bicep, and Her Road to WPNinja Summit 2025
In this third episode of our pre-selected speaker series for Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, Harjit and I had an awesome conversation with Esther Barthel — a true expert and passionate advocate for automation, infrastructure as code, and community growth.We talked about her inspiring journey to becoming a speaker at the summit, her deep expertise with Bicep, automation, and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD

Continuing the Journey: WPNinja Summit 2025 Insights with Ronni Pedersen & Jorgen Nilsson
In this second episode of our pre-selected speaker series for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025, Frans Oudendorp sat down with two longtime contributors and community icons — Ronni Pedersen and Jorgen Nilsson.We talked about their return to the summit as speakers, their upcoming session topics, and how the Workplace Ninja community continues to evolve.From endpoint management to Intune best practice

Kicking Off WPNinja Summit 2025: Cybersecurity Insights with Thomas Naunheim & Fabian Bader
In our very first pre-selected speaker interview for the Workplace Ninja Summit 2025 in Baden, Harjit and I sat down with two well-known security experts from the community — Thomas Naunheim and Fabian Bader.We talked about their upcoming sessions, what trends they’re seeing in identity and security, and what they’re most excited about for this year’s summit.Expect a good mix of technical deep div

Ninja Summit 2025 - Opening Call for Sessions
In this interview Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal are talking with Peter Daalmans the Speaker Manager Master of the Ninja Summit. He explains the process of taking the right speakers, dive into the qualities and experiences that are needed and when the CfS are opened.
The call for speakers can be found at Sessionize - https://sessionize.com/workplace-ninja-summit-2025
For a complete overvie

Reflecting on Workplace Ninja Summit 2024 with Ronni Pedersen, Jose Schenardi & Jorgen Nilsson
In this special wrap-up episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, host Frans Oudendorp is joined by Ronni Pedersen, Jose Schenardi, and Jorgen Nilsson to reflect on the highlights of the 2024 summit. Together, they discuss key takeaways, impactful sessions, and memorable moments, while sharing their excitement for what’s to come at next year’s event.
Tune in for a thoughtful recap an

Strengthening Office Security with Defender: Insights from Girish Chander & Sumit Malhotra
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp engage with Microsoft experts Girish Chander and Sumit Malhotra to explore the latest advancements in Defender for Office.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this discussion delves into how organizations can enhance their security posture, safeguard data, and navigate evolving threats within the Off

Cybersecurity Resilience & Red Team Insights with Stefan Schörling & Mattias Borg
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, host Frans Oudendorp speaks with cybersecurity experts Stefan Schörling and Mattias Borg. The discussion focuses on their sessions, "Improve Your Resilience with Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises" and "Most Common Misconfigurations Identified During Our Red Team Engagements."
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this conve

Securing Entra, Intune Automation & Community Tools with Jan Ketil Skanke & Maurice Daly
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal sit down with Jan Ketil Skanke and Maurice Daly to discuss securing Entra identities, harnessing the power of Intune automation, and leveraging community-driven tools.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this conversation offers expert insights and practical guidance to enhance s

Cloud Transitions & Intune Insights with Herman Arnedo Byrne & Anders Ahl
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Peter Daalmans talk with Herman Arnedo Byrne and Anders Ahl about key topics shaping modern IT management. Discussions include "Navigating the Cloud Transition: Securely Moving from Configuration Manager to Intune," "Mastering Enterprise App Management with Microsoft Intune Suite: A Deep Dive," and "Understand

Windows 365, AVD, and the Future of Digital Workspaces with Scot Manchester & Christiaan Brinkhoff
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp, Peter Daalmans, and Harjit Dhaliwal sit down with industry leaders Scot Manchester and Christiaan Brinkhoff to discuss Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and the evolving landscape of digital workspaces.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this conversation explores the innovations, strategi

Modern Management & Intune Insights with Jannik Reinhard & Florian Salzmann
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, host Frans Oudendorp explores the world of Intune with Jannik Reinhard and Florian Salzmann. The discussion delves into the Intune Management Extension, strategies for embracing modern management, and practical tips for optimizing device and application management.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this episode provide

Entra ID, Hybrid Work, and Community Wisdom with Andy Malone & John Craddock
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, host Frans Oudendorp sits down with Andy Malone and John Craddock to discuss the evolution of Entra ID, the shift to hybrid work, and their extensive contributions to the tech community.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on identity management, adapting to hybrid environme

Modern Management & Windows 11: Insights from Ken Goossens, Tim de Keukelaere & Gerry Hampson
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Peter Daalmans engage with Ken Goossens, Tim de Keukelaere, and Gerry Hampson to discuss the shift to modern management and the future of Windows 11 in the workplace.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this conversation covers strategies for transitioning to modern management, optimizing Windo

AI in Modern Workplace Management with Merlijn van Waeyenberghe & David Segura
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp meet with Merlijn van Waeyenberghe and David Segura to discuss the transformative role of AI in managing the modern workplace.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, the conversation covers AI-driven solutions that streamline endpoint management, enhance user experience, and drive operational efficienc

Exploring Microsoft, Community, and CoPilot with Lavanya Lakshman & Lior Bela
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal sit down with Lavanya Lakshman and Lior Bela to discuss the evolving landscape of Microsoft, the power of community, and the innovative CoPilot.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this conversation highlights the latest developments, best practices, and community-driven initiat

Transitioning to Cloud Native: Insights with Mattias Melkersen & Nickolaj Andersen
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit podcast series, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Harjit Dhaliwal engage in a fascinating conversation with Mattias Melkersen and Nickolaj Andersen.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, this episode delves into the journey of transitioning to a Cloud Native environment and the innovative community tools that Mattias and Nickolaj are building. J

Intune Insights: Conversations with Venkata Raghuram Pampana, Anton Varshavskiy & Matt Call
In this episode of the Workplace Ninja Summit 2024 series, host Frans Oudendorp leads a compelling discussion with Venkata Raghuram Pampana, Anton Varshavskiy, and Matt Call.
Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, the conversation revolves around Intune, the Intune Suite, and their sessions on "Securing Devices with Intune and Intune Suite," "How Intune is Run

Summit 2024 - Defender for Endpoint and the Unified SOC Experience: A Discussion with Paul & Hadar
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp, joined by co-host Alexander Benoit, sits down with Paul Huijbregts and Hadar Feldman to delve into the intricacies of Defender for Endpoint and the Unified SOC Experience. They dive into sessions "Unified SOC" and "Defending Endpoints Like a Pro: Path to Mastery"
This episode is part

Summit 2024 - Mastering Intune Onboarding with Deepika Wadhwa and Élé Ocholi
In this episode, host Frans Oudendorp, with co-host Harjit Dhaliwal, sits down with Deepika Wadhwa and Élé Ocholi to explore the latest advancements in Intune and onboarding processes. Recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit, the conversation delves into key sessions like "Windows Cloud Provisioning with Autopilot" and "Device Attestation for Cloud Native Intune Enrollment." Tune in for

Summit 2024 - Copilot for Security: A Conversation with Lavanya Lakshman & Gabriel Tiberiu Damaschin
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp, along with co-host Harjit Dalhiwal, sits down with Lavanya Lakshman and Gabriel Tiberiu Damaschin. They dive deep into the exciting realm of Copilot for Security, exploring its features, benefits, and impact on the future of cybersecurity.
This episode continues our captivating serie

Summit 2024 - Intune and Community: A Talk with Ronni Pedersen & Jorgen Nilsson
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp, alongside co-hosts Peter Daalmans and Mirko Colemberg, sits down with Ronni Pedersen and Jorgen Nilsson. The topic of discussion is Intune and the vibrant community surrounding it. The conversation delves into community tools, best practices, and the latest innovations in the Intune eco

Summit 2024 - From MS Security to Broader Threats: A talk with Sami Laiho & Michael van Horenbeeck
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp and co-host Thomas Kurth sit down with Sami Laiho and Michael van Horenbeeck to explore critical topics in the realm of Microsoft Security and security in general. The discussion covers essential strategies, best practices, and the latest developments in the security landscape.
This e

Summit 2024 - Defender for Cloud Apps with Ran Marom and Maayan Bar-Niv
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp and co-host Alexander Benoit sits down with Ran Marom and Maayan Bar-Niv to discuss Defender for Cloud Apps. The conversation delves into what Defender for Cloud Apps has brought but also the future enhancements.
This episode is part of a comprehensive series of interviews recorded dur

Summit 2024 - macOS and Mobile Management in Intune with Marc, Jessica and Anya
In this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Workplace Ninja Summit in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp and co-host Peter Daalmans sits down with Marc Nahum, Jessica Yang, and Anya Novicheva to discuss the key sessions they delivered at the summit. Topics include "Streamlining macOS Operations: Empowering Efficiency with Microsoft Intune," "macOS & iOS Security Management with Intune,

Summit 2024 - Microsoft Security with Ramya Chitrakar
In this episode, recorded live at the Workplace Ninja Summit 2024 in Lucerne, Switzerland, host Frans Oudendorp, alongside co-host Alexander Benoit, engages in a compelling discussion with Microsoft Vice President Ramya Chitrakar. The conversation focuses on her recent transition into a new leadership role and the future direction of Microsoft Security. Ramya offers valuable insights into the comp

Summit 2024 - Introduction with Mirko and Thomas
In this episode, we kick off the 5th annual Workplace Ninja Summit, held in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland. Host Frans Oudendorp with co-host Peter Daalmans sit down with main event organizers Mirko Colemberg and Thomas Kurth to discuss the vision behind the summit, its evolution over the years, and what attendees can expect from this year’s program.
This recording is part of a comprehensive











