Microsoft Events presents a session at Microsoft Ignite 2025, led by Bear Shelton, demonstrating how to build actionable AI transformation blueprints using Microsoft ecosystem tools.

Blueprint for AI Transformation: Roadmaps and Process Design

Introduction

This Microsoft Ignite 2025 session addresses a critical challenge: Gartner forecasts that over 40% of agentic AI projects will fail by 2027 due to inadequate last-mile workflow documentation. AI agents need granular, documented processes; however, many organizational workflows lack detail, blocking effective implementation.

Key Topics Covered

AI Readiness: Assessing current workflows and organizational state to prepare for AI transformation
Integration Across Teams: Bringing together product, support, and architecture deliverables to form cohesive transformation strategies
Tool Utilization:
- Lucid Suite: Creating diagrams and blueprints, with integration to SharePoint for centralized collaboration
- Microsoft Teams: Facilitating communication and stakeholder engagement through various transformation stages
- Azure DevOps: Managing projects, tracking deliverables, and aligning engineering tasks to transformation goals
Blueprint Creation: Developing living documentation for workflows and architecture, ensuring clarity and accessibility for AI project deployment

Session Highlights

Transformation from chaos to clear, executable plans using swimlane diagrams and centralized architecture documents
Insights into leveraging Microsoft tools for overcoming last-mile problems and achieving sustainable AI adoption
Real-world workflow and integration strategies demonstrated through the Sun Air AI Journey

Contributors

Speaker: Bear Shelton

Event: Microsoft Ignite 2025

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