Modernizing IT with On-Device AI: Technical Insights on Enterprise Integration

Oct 15, 2025 3:00 PM4:00 PM EST

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Event Description

Technical leaders are tasked with modernizing IT environments to harness the benefits of on-device AI, but face significant challenges in integration, security, management, and user adoption. Understanding how to deploy and optimize Copilot+ PCs is critical for driving business value and future-proofing enterprise operations.

This roundtable offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with industry experts and peers, exploring the technical realities and future potential of on-device AI in enterprise environments. Participants will gain practical insights into how Copilot+ PCs are architected for AI workloads, strategies for integrating these devices into existing IT infrastructures, and best practices for optimizing productivity and security.

BWG Connect, Insight Enterprises & Microsoft Surface invite you to join an interactive event with industry peers to review & discuss practical insights across the digital space.

As always, there will be no sales pitch and all attendees are welcome to listen and learn.

Discussion Topics

  • On-Device AI Architecture
    • Understand how neural processing units (NPUs) in Copilot+ PCs accelerate AI workloads locally, enhancing speed, privacy, and responsiveness.
  • Enterprise Integration Strategies
    • Discover practical approaches for deploying and managing AI-enabled devices in complex IT environments, with a focus on security, compliance, and lifecycle management.
  • Optimizing Productivity with AI Tools
    • Explore how technical teams can leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot and GenAI features to automate workflows, improve collaboration, and reduce downtime.
  • Device Consolidation & IT Efficiency
    • Learn how modern devices streamline infrastructure, reduce costs, and simplify device management for technical leaders.

Event Partners

Microsoft Surface

Microsoft Surface is known for their premium design, versatility, integration with the Microsoft ecosystem, and features like AI-accelerated Copilot+ PC experiences and options for hybrid work.

Insight Enterprises

Insight Enterprises, Inc. is a Fortune 500 solutions integrator helping organizations accelerate their digital journey to modernize their business and maximize the value of technology. Insight’s technical expertise spans cloud and edge-based transformation solutions, with global scale and optimization built on 33+ years of deep partnerships with the world’s leading and emerging technology providers.

Guest Speakers

BWG Connect

Enterprise IT Subject Matter Expert

Our moderator brings decades of experience leading infrastructure, cloud transformation, and enterprise technology strategy across finance, media, publishing, and healthcare sectors. They have overseen IT infrastructure, large-scale digital transformation, and DevOps initiatives for some of the world’s most complex enterprise organizations, bridging strategy and execution to deliver measurable business impact. Their deep expertise ensures every discussion is grounded in real-world insight and informed by a career at the forefront of technological change.

Ashley Howard LinkedIn

Senior Manager, Strategy at Insight

Ashley Howard is a Senior Manager of Strategy within the GETMod CoE, bringing over a decade of experience helping organizations modernize their IT ecosystems. She specializes in Windows 10 EOL planning and device refresh strategies, aligning technology decisions with long-term business outcomes.

Chauncey Larsen LinkedIn

Sr. PMM - Technical Narratives and Audiences at Microsoft Surface

Chauncey Larsen is the Sr. Product Marketing Manager driving Surface technical storytelling including topics like AI, security, and management. He also leads Surface Technical Communities and MVPs. A Microsoft veteran since Surface RT launch, Chauncey has spent over a decade in technical and solution selling. He's also a passionate foodie.

Event Moderator

BWG Connect

Enterprise IT Subject Matter Expert

Our moderator brings decades of experience leading infrastructure, cloud transformation, and enterprise technology strategy across finance, media, publishing, and healthcare sectors. They have overseen IT infrastructure, large-scale digital transformation, and DevOps initiatives for some of the world’s most complex enterprise organizations, bridging strategy and execution to deliver measurable business impact. Their deep expertise ensures every discussion is grounded in real-world insight and informed by a career at the forefront of technological change.

Ashley Howard LinkedIn

Senior Manager, Strategy at Insight

Ashley Howard is a Senior Manager of Strategy within the GETMod CoE, bringing over a decade of experience helping organizations modernize their IT ecosystems. She specializes in Windows 10 EOL planning and device refresh strategies, aligning technology decisions with long-term business outcomes.

Chauncey Larsen LinkedIn

Sr. PMM - Technical Narratives and Audiences at Microsoft Surface

Chauncey Larsen is the Sr. Product Marketing Manager driving Surface technical storytelling including topics like AI, security, and management. He also leads Surface Technical Communities and MVPs. A Microsoft veteran since Surface RT launch, Chauncey has spent over a decade in technical and solution selling. He's also a passionate foodie.

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