Data & AI

Rapid Circle Enters Next Growth Phase with New CEO and AI-First Strategy

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Rapid Circle Netherlands has thrived for decades, growing into an established Microsoft partner under the steady, people-focused leadership of Harold Punter. Harold’s belief in people, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to building a culture of trust and innovation have shaped Rapid Circle into the global company it is today. As we enter a new phase of […]

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VDIT Women in IT Workshop: Building AI Confidence in Higher Education

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In September 2025, the VDIT Women in IT community gathered at RMIT University and online for a transformative half-day workshop focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education. Delivered by Rapid Circle’s Microsoft AI specialists Andrew Fix and Damien Margaritis, the event brought together IT professionals, digital leaders, and project managers from universities across Victoria

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Navigating the AI Revolution: Transforming IT Departments into Strategic Partners

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The transformative potential of AI has started a revolution that is impacting the way we work, live and think. This means that IT departments need to adjust quickly and pivot from being mere infrastructure providers to strategic partners. This article explores how that is possible by integrating AI across teams, the importance of cross-functional collaboration,

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Embracing the Future: Top Three Tech Trends for 2025 and the Year of AI Agents

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The technological landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and this is not about to slow down anytime soon. Artificial intelligence continues to gain momentum and is fast becoming strategically critical to maintaining and gaining competitive advantage. Yet only a small group of high performers are leading the way in adoption of AI and harnessing

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The AI Revolution: Insights from Microsoft Ignite and opportunities for growth

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Rapid Circle has wrapped up at Microsoft Ignite in Chicago, and the key takeaway is just how evident it is that we’re witnessing a monumental shift in the technology landscape. Surprise, surprise – the rapid adoption of AI (the generative and information kind) is transforming how businesses operate, innovate, and grow. It marks a new

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Australia’s Copilot AI Centre of Excellence paves the way for innovation and business transformation

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We had the opportunity to speak with Rodney Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer at Rapid Circle, to understand his motivation behind creating an AI Centre of Excellence in Australia. Here is a recap of our Q&A session with Rodney. Q: What inspired Rapid Circle to launch the Copilot AI Centre of Excellence, and how does it

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Rapid Circle launches Copilot AI Centre of Excellence to accelerate AI innovation in Australia, New Zealand

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Rapid Circle has launched its Copilot AI Centre of Excellence (CoE), a hub of innovation and expertise dedicated to the deployment, adoption, and optimisation of AI-driven solutions. Leveraging Microsoft’s Copilot capabilities, the hub will create intelligent applications that enhance productivity and drive business value for Rapid Circle customers. The CoE will serve as an innovation

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Teacher & expert insights: Copilot use cases in the spotlight

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Who better to talk about the use of Copilot in the education sector than a teacher specialized in Copilot and our solution specialists in Copilot and AI? During this event, which we are organizing together with Microsoft, we will dive deep into the possibilities of Copilot in education through inspiring use cases. Discover how this

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Moving to Azure Cloud

Moving from on-prem to Azure cloud? 5 Best Practices & Risks You Should Know About 

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Microsoft Azure offers a range of benefits for organisations looking to modernise their IT infrastructure, such as scalability, flexibility, security, and innovation. However, moving from on-premises to Azure is not a simple or straightforward process. It requires careful planning, preparation, and execution to ensure a successful outcome.   Best Practices for Moving to Azure 1. Define a

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