Jesper Nielsen
Principal Architect & Technology Provocateur
Århus, Denmark
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Jesper Nielsen is inspired to help customers empower their employees and do great work using the devices and apps they love.
In his role as a Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist (CETS) at Microsoft, Jesper have his focus on helping enterprise customers modernize their endpoints and embrace a Zero Trust security model.
Jesper Nielsen have a long background as a Solution Architect and Principal Architect, he is a self-proclaimed Technology Provocateur, and he is a former, *9 year in a row*, Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). He has been working hands-on with small- and large-scale IT-Infrastructure in many different industries for more than 25 years.
In his role as a Technical Specialist, he thrives on challenging status quo, especially within the field of Modern Work and Security and unified Endpoint Management. He feels impelled when working with enterprise customers on difficult, technical issues and developing innovative, creative solutions and successfully catapult them into the new era of Modern Work and Security.
Jesper Nielsen have designed and implemented several generations of Windows and Workplaces for all sized companies, spanning governmental, financial, and healthcare organizations to more traditional enterprises and production businesses, and must often “prove” the strategy and design for key stake holders and management up to C-level.
He is active in the community and can often be found at user group events as both speaker and attendee, and is the founder of the Windows Management User Group, Denmark (WMUG.dk). He has been facilitating numerous seminars and events and has made several speaker appearances over the years were his passionate style of delivery, combined with his sense of humor, has made him a recognize speaker.
Jesper Nielsen takes pride in being up to date, being the 'go-to person' and is always willing to help and support customers, colleagues, and the people in the tech communities. This, he believes, is a big part of the reason I have been awarded the Microsoft MVP for Windows and Devices for IT award since 2016, and was a Microsoft MVP until he joined Microsoft, November 2024.
He finished a marathon around the four hours’ mark, he’s been a gymnastics instructor for more than 30 years, he is enjoying exploring technology and guide his kids into new technologies and is currently teaching himself C# programming.
He does the work he does, because he is loving it, he likes the people he meets and is always embracing the inner nerd and good presentation skills.
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Being an introvert and a speaker
It is normal to feel nervous before a speaking event - but as an introvert, public speaking can be challenging at times hard.
Being an introvert does not mean you fear public speaking. It just means that you like to focus on your inner thoughts and feelings, but it needs you to plan well, practice, and find your own way of communication.
In this session I will give you my tips to Help You, to Be yourself, be a Performer, control your nerves, calm your body (especially your brain) and how you can give a technical presentation, even if you are an introvert and would rather be somewhere else.
I am not a professional speaker; I do not have a degree in public speaking, and I am an introvert. Nevertheless, I will share how a smile, running a marathon, science, storytelling, and procrastination are all related, as they all affect me when I do Public Speaking.
I have experienced almost every situation you can think of, from people leaving, falling asleep to spilling water everywhere causing the power to go - I know how hard it can be when the drums are not playing and how to recover in a cool manner – it is simple but very hard – it is a story worth sharing!
This session is about changing “Presentation” to “Speaking” - by being well prepared, being in control, and enjoying the thrill of Public Speaking.
Windows Gecko: A multifunctional solution for Desired State Configuration in Windows Autopilot scena
There as several ways to achieve a Windows desired state configuration baseline and several approaches. Windows gecko is built upon the requirement to provide a default configuration baseline, or a desired state configuration, and is not meant to stop the end user to install a previously removed app, or circumvent a desired setting, purely to allow device administrators to provide a default baseline, or corporate baseline, to the end user as part of a Windows Autopilot scenario.
The goal of Windows gecko is to provide a consistent desired state configuration to end user devices in Windows Autopilot scenarios.
The mindset of the solution will aim to allow to limit and/or combine the functionalities best suited for the task, meaning if Windows feature configuration were to be applied, this should be achievable without the Windows Registry configuration. Also, very important, is to be able to apply Windows baselines configuration in one or multiple packages in either system or user context, without changing the code – which is why all configurations is achievable using configuration files (json). This will help ensure minimal effort to create a new Windows desired state configuration, being easily completed without any code changes or re-signing the provided code.
Source: https://github.com/dotjesper/windows-gecko/
The art of balancing Windows Security and Usability
In today's world, organizations face a constant challenge of balancing security and usability in IT systems. Security is essential to protect data, assets, and reputation from cyber threats, but it can also impose restrictions and limitations on the users, affecting their productivity, satisfaction, and performance.
If the usability of application security features is weak, users will try to avoid or bypass them. However, if done correctly, security does not impact usability, on the contrary, usability increases security.
This delicate equilibrium is particularly crucial in the realm of the Modern Workplace, where security protocols are paramount to safeguard sensitive data and systems. Unfortunately, when forming the Modern Workplace, organizations are often met by strict self-propelled security requirements. We, however, propose to aim to follow the usability trio principle, often referred to as the usability triangle:
• Usability
• Security
• Manageability
The tree areas are all equally important, despite security measures often getting the “most airtime” we have focus on usability, pursuing goals to meet and exceed productivity requirements as well as deliver on expectations for more personal computing on the devices in use.
The art of balancing Windows Security and Usability, go headfirst into the intricate dynamics of the perpetual struggle between security and the pursuit of a great end-user experience.
The focus of this presentation is to show how security does not have to be a hindrance to usability, but rather an enabler, and we will discuss the following objectives:
• Explain the concept of security and usability and why it matters for both users and IT Professionals.
• Identify the common pitfalls and challenges of designing secure systems that are also user-friendly.
• Provide examples and Best Practices of how to balance security and usability in different scenarios and domains.
• Demonstrate how usability can increase security by reducing user errors, increasing user satisfaction, and enhancing user trust.
This session is for everyone working within the management sphere, whatever area within the usability trio you reside. All configurations, functional scripts and tools is freely available, and you will be able to start balancing Windows Security and Usability right after the presentation.
Supercharge Windows Autopatch to make it fit your requirements
Windows Autopatch is a service that automates the process of updating Windows and Microsoft 365. It shifts the burden of planning and operating the update process from your IT team to Microsoft, freeing up your IT team to focus on other activities and tasks.
In this session, we will cover the benefits of automatic update management, automatic driver, and firmware update- and feature management, and the benefits of a managed Windows Autopatch service.
However, what happens when the *benefits of a managed Windows Autopatch service* does not match your requirements, if adjustments are needed, or maybe even, opt-out of parts of Windows Autopatch.
In this session we will share our real-life experiences and our Best Practices implementing Windows Autopatch in their organizations, highlighting the benefits and challenges of this feature.
We will share our experience controlling driver and firmware updates with Windows Autopatch, including how to set driver and firmware updates to automatic or self-managed mode, and how to view driver and firmware policies created by Windows Autopatch, diving in to centralized control and visibility over the update process, as well as additional features such as reporting, compliance, and troubleshooting.
Learning objectives
• Understand the benefits of automatic update- and feature management, such as improved security, performance, and reliability of Windows 10 & 11 devices.
• Understand the benefits of automatic driver and firmware update management, such as enhanced compatibility, stability, and functionality of hardware components.
• Learn from the real-world experiences and Best Practices, from deployments of Windows Autopatch in global organizations.
• Explore the features and benefits of a managed Windows Autopatch service, such as centralized control, visibility, reporting, compliance, and troubleshooting and customization.
Target audience: This session is intended for IT professionals who are responsible for deploying and managing Windows 10 devices in their organizations, and who are interested in learning more about Windows Autopatch and its related solutions.
How to use advanced PowerShell and failsafe techniques for (Proactive) Remediation with Microsoft In
Remediation (Formerly know as Proactive Remediation) is a powerful feature of Microsoft Intune that allows you to detect and fix common issues on your devices using PowerShell scripts.
I imagine, you have tried to deploy one or more Remediation scripts and the scripts either failed or returned something else than you expected – the frustration becomes even more annoying when the errors seem random across your devices.
In this session I will share where, how to use advanced PowerShell features and Best Practices to create effective and reliable Remediation scripts. You will also learn how to use failsafe techniques to handle errors, exceptions, and unexpected scenarios in your scripts.
I will share real-world examples of Remediation scripts that leverage these techniques to optimize your development time and I will reveal my path to successfully deploying Remediation scripts with no or very little errors.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to use Remediation with PowerShell like a pro!
Modern Provisioning: How to Super Charge Windows Autopilot Scenarios
Modern Provisioning using Windows Autopilot, a cloud-based service that simplifies the deployment and management of Windows 11 devices. It allows you to configure devices remotely, without the need for physical access or imaging.
In this session we will share our “notes from the field” showing how to super charge your Windows Autopilot scenarios, getting the most out of Windows Autopilot, what you need to know to Super Charge Your Windows Autopilot for your scenarios.
We will share tips and tricks, customizing and optimizing your Windows Autopilot configuration, So You can benefit from all the best features and capabilities of modern provisioning. You can:
• Enhance the user experience by reducing the time and steps required to set up a new device.
• Enhance the user experience by reducing the time from start to finish, allowing for the end user to get productive faster.
• Streamline the management and maintenance of your devices by adding a few tweaks and notes from the field.
This session is intended for IT professionals who are responsible for deploying and managing Windows devices in their organizations, and who are interested in learning more about Windows Autopilot. The session assumes a basic familiarity with Windows, Entra ID, and Microsoft Intune.
EUCtech Spring Sessionize Event
Experts Live Denmark
Experts Live Denmark is happy to announce our first conference in Copenhagen on March 20, 2024, bringing a full day of 100% focus on Microsoft technologies covering AI, Azure, Microsoft 365, Datacenter and Security.
The day will consist of a keynote, breakout sessions and exclusive roundtables, where you will have a chance to discuss topics like NIS2, AI, Security Copilot, modern workplace and more. You will have lots of time to engage with our wonderful sponsors, who are also bringing lots of fun.
The future is now – are you ready for Microsoft 365 Copilot?
At this highly topical seminar, we touch on both the above topics, while providing inspiration and sparring on how your organization builds the right AI foundation. We show how your organization makes sure that the right governance is implemented before you introduce AI solutions in the business. We also show what opportunities Microsoft 365 Copilot offers, and in which contexts Copilot can automate and help employees in everyday life, as well as what it takes of change management to introduce AI in its organization.
Microsoft Modern Management Summit vol. 3
As more organizations switch to digital workplaces, device management strategies must adapt. The modern hybrid work model requires a new approach to security, but don't worry - we've got you covered.
At this year's Modern Management Summit version 3, we'll show you the latest developments and insights from experts in the field. Plus, you'll have the chance to connect with peers and compare management strategies, all while enjoying a delicious breakfast and lunch. Get hands-on with the newest Surface products and chat with our knowledgeable experts. We hope to see you there!
Focus on the great user experience and modern management with Microsoft 365
Focus on User experience, Usability, and Modern-Management-using Microsoft 365 in collaboration with Microsoft Surface and Microsoft DK.
Public event with focus on User experience, Usability, and Modern-Management-using Microsoft 365 - Copenhagen
Focus on User experience, Usability, and Modern-Management-using Microsoft 365 in collaboration with Microsoft Surface and Microsoft DK.
Modern Management Summit
More and more organizations are joining the modern digital workplace, requiring a changed approach to device management that offers the same, or even better, heightened security in the hybrid work model.
Come and hear from the experts why 'modern management' is worth considering and easy to implement to meet the demands of the new modern organization.
Windows Management User Group Denmark - Garage session
Session title: Getting started with GitHub, Git and Visual Studio Code
“Our community, and communities in general, is known for sharing what we know, what we do and what we create.
Using GitHub gives everybody a platform to do so, and I wanted to share wat I learned setting up my very first *really* GitHub repository and how I got started with GitHub, Git and Visual Studio Code.”
Windows Management User Group Meeting, September 2021
Session title: Windows 11: What's the status so far.
I had the pleasure to deep dive into Windows 11, sharing early implementation experience with the audience and discussing the upgrade path to Windows 11.
Windows Management User Group Meeting, May 2021
Session title: Proactive Remediation Reporting and analysis
I had the pleasure to share my experience and knowledge about Proactive Remediation Reporting and analysis.
Citrix User Group Denmark
The Denmark CUGC presents a Free All-day event packed with technical content, expert speakers and networking.
Global Azure BootCamp |2019
Global Azure Boot Camp is a free one-day training event, taking place on the 27nd of April 2019 in several venues worldwide, driven by local Microsoft Azure enthusiasts and experts. Our goal is to provide the catalyst for Azure communities to grow around the world, not just for this one day, but year round.
Microsoft Tech Summit, Copenhagen
Microsoft Tech Summit
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Microsoft Tech Summit, Stockholm
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Microsoft Tech Summit, Amsterdam
Microsoft Tech Summit
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Microsoft Creators Update Event, Stockholm
Microsoft Creators Update Event, Stockholm
Global Azure BootCamp |2017
Global Azure Boot Camp is a free one-day training event, taking place on the 22nd of April 2017 in several venues worldwide, driven by local Microsoft Azure enthusiasts and experts. Our goal is to provide the catalyst for Azure communities to grow around the world, not just for this one day, but year round.
Microsoft Tech Summit, Copenhagen
Microsoft Tech Summit
Build your cloud skills with the latest in Azure and Microsoft 365 at a free, technical learning event for IT professionals and developers.
Microsoft Cloud & Client Management seminar, Aarhus
Microsoft Cloud & Client Management seminar, Aarhus
Global Azure Bootcamp | 2016
One day event where everyone, globally, talks about the expanding universe of Microsoft Azure!
One full day of deep dive sessions on Azure for Developers and IT Pro's delivered by the experts to get you started on complex topics like Media Streaming, Mobile Services, ALM, PowerShell and IoT
Jesper Nielsen
Principal Architect & Technology Provocateur
Århus, Denmark
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