TD SYNNEX Mastering Series

Welcome to our TD SYNNEX Mastering Series, where we hear from Sean Taylor, our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect, as he breaks down key Azure tools and services in simple terms—using 10 slides or less. This video is focused on Azure Migrate, the essential starting point for any cloud migration journey. In this session, Sean explains how Azure Migrate helps assess and plan migrations from on-premises or other cloud environments into Microsoft Azure. You'll learn how the tool supports discovery, readiness assessment, cost estimation, and even migration execution. The video also highlights how partners can add value through tailored services, pilot migrations, and by leveraging Microsoft programs like the Azure Migration and Modernization Program (AMMP). Real-world tips from the field round out this practical guide to starting your Azure journey with confidence.

Welcome to our TD SYNNEX Mastering Series, where we hear from Sean Taylor, our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect, as he breaks down key Azure tools and services in simple terms—using 10 slides or less. This video is focused on Azure Pricing Calculator and Cost Management, two essential tools for planning and controlling cloud spend. Sean walks through how to use the Azure Pricing Calculator to build accurate cost estimates and how Cost Management helps monitor real-time usage, set budgets, and create alerts. The session includes live demonstrations, tips for avoiding common pitfalls like underestimating VM uptime or ignoring data egress, and guidance on using tags for granular reporting. Partners will gain insights into offering cost optimization services and aligning cloud spend with business goals—making this a must-watch for anyone managing Azure budgets.

Welcome to our TD SYNNEX Mastering Series, where we hear from Sean Taylor, our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect, as he breaks down key Azure tools and services in simple terms—using 10 slides or less. This video is focused on Azure Site Recovery (ASR), Microsoft’s disaster recovery solution designed to keep businesses running during unexpected outages. Sean explains how ASR replicates workloads to Azure in near real-time, enabling rapid failover and business continuity. You'll learn about key features like orchestration, crash-consistent snapshots, and integration with Azure Traffic Manager. The video also covers implementation for VMware and Hyper-V environments, and emphasizes the importance of regular testing, monitoring, and documentation. Partners are encouraged to add value through managed services, tailored recovery plans, and robust testing strategies.

Welcome to our TD SYNNEX Mastering Series, where we hear from Sean Taylor, our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect, as he breaks down key Azure tools and services in simple terms—using 10 slides or less. This video is focused on Azure Resource Groups and Tagging, foundational elements for organizing and managing your Azure environment. Sean explains how resource groups act like folders for Azure resources, enabling logical organization and delegated administration. He also dives into tagging—why it matters, how it supports governance, cost tracking, automation, and compliance, and how to implement it effectively. The session includes best practices like standard naming conventions, automated tagging, and regular audits. Partners will learn how to help customers build scalable, well-governed environments and integrate with third-party tools like Terraform and ServiceNow.

Welcome to our TD SYNNEX Mastering Series, where we hear from Sean Taylor, our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect, as he breaks down key Azure tools and services in simple terms—using 10 slides or less. This video is focused on Azure Advisor and Azure Monitor, two powerful tools for optimizing and maintaining Azure environments. Sean introduces Azure Advisor as a built-in consultant that provides personalized recommendations across cost, performance, reliability, and security. Azure Monitor is presented as a comprehensive solution for collecting and analyzing metrics, setting alerts, and supporting diagnostics. The session emphasizes the importance of regular reviews, proactive monitoring, and using data to support support cases. Partners will discover how to build recurring value through optimization reviews, custom dashboards, and automated remediation strategies.

Welcome to our TD SYNNEX Mastering Series, where we hear from Sean Taylor, our Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect, as he breaks down key Azure tools and services in simple terms—using 10 slides or less. This video is focused on Azure Arc, Microsoft’s hybrid and multicloud management platform that extends Azure services to infrastructure outside of Azure. In this session, Sean introduces Azure Arc as a way to bring on-premises servers, other cloud environments, and even hosted infrastructure under a single Azure management plane. By installing an agent, organizations can unify governance, security, and configuration across their entire IT estate. The video explores how Arc enables consistent policy enforcement, supports extended security updates (ESUs) for Windows Server and SQL Server, and even allows pay-as-you-go licensing for Windows Server 2025. Sean also outlines how partners can add value by offering centralized management, licensing, and security services—especially for hybrid environments. The onboarding process is covered in detail, including options for individual machines, bulk registration, and host-level integration with platforms like VMware vSphere and Azure Stack HCI (now Azure Local). Top tips include ensuring prerequisites are met, keeping agents updated, and using Azure Policy and Monitor to maintain compliance and visibility across all environments.