Building On‑Prem AI Agents with Azure Local, Foundry Local, and Microsoft Agent Framework
A practical architecture and implementation guide for deploying AI agents on-premises using Azure Local, Foundry Local, and Microsoft Agent Framework.
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A practical architecture and implementation guide for deploying AI agents on-premises using Azure Local, Foundry Local, and Microsoft Agent Framework.
On March 31, 2026, Microsoft launched Agent Evaluation in general availability, fundamentally changing how teams validate Copilot agents. This guide explains how Agent Evaluation and the Copilot Studio Kit serve different—but complementary—roles in your quality assurance strategy, and when to use each one.
Azure Local is Microsoft's distributed infrastructure solution that extends Azure capabilities to customer-owned environments. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Azure Local, Foundry Local, and Microsoft 365 Local, their use cases, deployment options, and best practices for IT architects and decision-makers considering on-premises Azure solutions. With an appendix on agentic AI use cases on Azure Local and Foundry Local.
In the realm of artificial intelligence, particularly regarding generative pre-trained transformers (GPT), organizations often engage in debates over which model is superior. The discourse frequently revolves around terms like “goodGPT” or “better...
This article is the second in a mini-series. In the first part, I discussed integrating the voice channel for Dynamics 365 Contact Center and Dynamics 365 Customer Service Premium. Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial int...
This is the first article in a two-part series. The next piece will discuss integrating a Copilot Studio Voice Bot into the Voice Channel. Dynamics 365 Contact Center or Dynamics 365 Customer Service Premium enhances the capabilities of customer ...
In the fast-paced sales world, staying on top of leads and opportunities can be daunting. But what if you had an AI assistant to help you out? Enter Copilot, a feature in Dynamics 365 Sales that’s revolutionizing the way sales teams operate. What...
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Service has introduced a game-changing feature known as Copilot. This AI-powered tool is designed to provide real-time assistance to customer service agents, enabling them to resolve issues faster, manage cases more...
The Microsoft Copilot Family introduces a revolutionary way to interact with technology. It offers a suite of AI-powered tools designed to enhance productivity, inspire creativity, and improve connectivity. Copilot enables both individuals and bus...
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I’m a Microsoft MVP, specializing in agentic AI, autonomous systems, and the Microsoft Power Platform—with a focus on Copilot Studio and Azure AI Services. This blog provides practical insights and real-world approaches to building secure, scalable, and responsible AI solutions. Your feedback is always welcome—let’s start the conversation.