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Security Operations Center (SOC)
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Why a SOC is key to NIS2 compliance and business continuity

NIS2 requires more than prevention. Discover why a SOC is the missing link for true digital resilience, and how you can get started with it in an accessible way.

Teamtel
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AXI strengthens its SME market position with the acquisition of Teamtel (Zaventem, Belgium)

AXI is strengthening its expertise in data and AI with the acquisition of OQuila, a Ghent-based specialist in Microsoft technology. Together, they are building smart data solutions for medium-sized and large organizations.

cloudmigratie
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Which cloud migration strategy is right for your legacy applications?

Cloud migration is not a one-size-fits-all story. For legacy applications, the options range from lift & shift to rebuilding in the cloud, each with its own advantages, risks, and technical requirements.

cfo
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Predicting and budgeting cloud costs: control every euro with FinOps

The cloud offers unprecedented freedom and scalability, but also the risk of unpredictable costs. Traditional budgeting falls short. With FinOps, you regain control over every euro without slowing down innovation.

sovereign cloud
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Sovereign and innovative: the new reality for the cloud in Belgium

Sovereign cloud is a strategic priority in Belgium. Organizations want to maintain data control and speed. A hybrid approach with Belgian private cloud offers a reliable foundation.

Prompting
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“Copilot Does Nothing.” Or Are You Asking the Wrong Questions?

Many people find Copilot disappointing, but more often than not, the issue is poor prompts. In this blog, you’ll discover how to actually make Copilot work for you, with clear examples and practical tips.

HPE VM Essentials
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Virtualization under pressure? Regain control with HPE VM Essentials

Rising license costs, shrinking flexibility? HPE VM Essentials offers a refreshing alternative for organizations looking to regain control over both virtualization costs and IT complexity.

SASE
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SASE: How modern companies protect their digital environment

SASE transforms network security: discover how this integrated cloud solution protects your digital environment, regardless of where your employees work.

onboarding
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From Chaos to Control: How to Streamline Onboarding with One Smart App

Onboarding doesn’t have to be chaotic. Discover how a single smart app, built with Microsoft Power Platform, brings structure, clarity, and a warm welcome to every new employee.

Copilot-header-AXI
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How to make your organization Copilot-ready?

Thinking about integrating Microsoft Copilot into your M365 environment? Get your organization ready with three crucial steps before you start working with this smart AI assistant.

OQuila
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AXI strengthens its offering in data, AI and modern applications with Ghent-based OQuila

AXI is strengthening its expertise in data and AI with the acquisition of OQuila, a Ghent-based specialist in Microsoft technology. Together, they are building smart data solutions for medium-sized and large organizations.

NIS2 in de zorg
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NIS2 compliance in healthcare: is your organization ready?

Cybersecurity is a constant threat to hospitals: the NIS2 directive forces healthcare institutions to take drastic measures for digital security and protection of patient data.

microsoft teams governance
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How to keep access to your Microsoft team sites 100% under control with smart governance

Without proper management, Microsoft Teams usage can quickly spiral out of control. With AXI's Teams Governance app, you can prevent sprawl and uncontrolled access.

inactieve gebruikers
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Time for a Cleanup? How Inactive Accounts Undermine Your IT Security

10% to 30% of Microsoft 365 licenses often remain unused. This is not only expensive but also risky. Proactive insight into users and devices helps prevent unnecessary expenditures.

AXI365 Proactive Care
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Why security baselines are not enough for a secure Microsoft 365 environment

For a secure Microsoft 365 environment, it's best to look beyond Microsoft's standard recommendations – the security baselines. This requires a continuous and proactive approach.

On-premise cloud
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In the cloud, yet close by? Discover the on-premise cloud.

Did you know that a private cloud can run both in an external data center and locally at your site, on premise? The latter is what we call, somewhat paradoxically, an 'on-premise cloud'. Here’s a quick explanation.

Hybrid cloud
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Is IT struggling to keep up with the business? Here are 5 ways hybrid cloud can help in 2025

Your organization wants to grow, but you notice that your IT infrastructure is reaching its limits? With a hybrid cloud, you achieve the perfect balance between scalability, cost control, and data protection.

AI trends 2025
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5 Ways AI Will Shape Your Digital Workplace in 2025

What will 2025 bring for our digital workplace? How important will AI become, and how will your workplace benefit from it in practice? Digital Workplace specialist Carlo Usala highlights five trends.

Hybrid cloud: de toekomst van flexibele en kostenbewuste IT?
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Hybrid cloud: the future of flexible and cost-conscious IT?

The public cloud often has its drawbacks, including unpredictable and rising costs. This is why alternatives like private and hybrid clouds are gaining popularity.

AXI en 2Serve
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2Serve ICT joins AXI

2Serve ICT is now part of AXI, under the banner of ITP Group, our SME division. This acquisition strengthens our offering and allows us to support our customers even better.

Bart Verhelst en Paul Peeters
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Bart Verhelst succeeds Paul Peeters as CEO of AXI

Effective January 1, 2025, we welcome Bart Verhelst as our new CEO. He will take over from Paul Peeters, who will become chairman of our board of directors after 17 years in this role. Bart will take the helm of our ambitious and fast-growing IT services company starting in the new year.

Security in Microsoft Copilot
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Sensitive data? Here's how to work securely with Microsoft Copilot.

Microsoft 365 Copilot offers unprecedented opportunities for saving time and boosting productivity. But how secure is Copilot, really? What does Microsoft's AI assistant do with your data, and how can you avoid potential security risks?

NIS2
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How Microsoft 365 Prepares Your Organization for NIS2

If your organization uses Microsoft 365 and you’re wondering how to comply with NIS2, we’ve got good news. Thanks to the built-in security features of Microsoft 365, you’re already well on your way to achieving NIS2 compliance.

Syntory
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Netleaf and Core ICT join AXI

AXI heeft de Syntory Group overgenomen, ontstaan uit de fusie van cybersecurity-specialist Netleaf en IT-infrastructuur-expert Core ICT. Met deze overname speelt AXI in op de groeiende vraag naar robuuste, schaalbare, en betrouwbare IT-oplossingen.

A&M
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AXI and A&M strengthen each other with IT integration and telecom services

AXI acquires telecom service provider A&M. With this strategic move, AXI strengthens its role as an IT integrator and expands its portfolio with specialized telecom services. A&M is the top B2B telecom partner for large organizations in Belgium, working exclusively with Proximus.

Spikes
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AXI expands Microsoft Cloud expertise with acquisition of Spikes

AXI has acquired Spikes. Within the group, Spikes will serve as the best-in-platform Microsoft Cloud competence center, offering a portfolio that strongly complements AXI’s existing services. As an added strength, Spikes brings the expertise to help customers integrate the latest Microsoft Cloud technologies, including data and (gen) AI, into their business processes.

Groepsfoto AXI2AXI run
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AXI colleagues walk, cycle and hike for the good cause Ferm'Eline

With heartwarming pride, we look back on the 9th edition of the AXI2AXI Run, which took place on Sunday, June 2nd. A well-established event in our organization, 67 dedicated AXI colleagues braved a challenging relay by running, walking, or cycling. Together they raised an astonishing €13,172.88 for the charity Ferm’Eline.

AXI Group neemt Datalink over
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AXI Group acquires Datalink, based in Diepenbeek

AXI Group has acquired Datalink, an IT specialist based in Diepenbeek. With this acquisition, AXI Group expands its market share in the Belgian IT sector and, with a comprehensive portfolio of IT solutions, can even better support organizations in their digital transformation.

Sophos Central Endpoint and Server Partner 2022
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AXI is Sophos Gold & Sophos Central Endpoint and Server Partner

Thanks to our extensive Sophos product knowledge, AXI consultants can provide you with the best support in rolling out user-friendly and future-proof endpoint and network security.

GoldPartnerAward-Dell-AXI
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AXI wins Dell Technologies 'Gold Partner Award 2023'

AXI was nominated for Gold Partner of the Year and Business Development Partner of the Year at the Dell Technologies Partner Awards. Today, we're proud to announce that we've also won the 'Gold Partner of the Year' award.

AXI Digital neemt InterIT en ITP Group over
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AXI acquires InterIT and ITP Group

AXI has acquired InterIT and ITP Group, two IT services companies. These acquisitions allow AXI to offer an even broader range of IT services and better support its customers with their digital transformation.

AXI geselecteerd voor VITO ICT Infrastructuur 2023 raamcontract
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AXI selected within the VITO ICT Infrastructure 2023 framework contract

VITO (the Flemish Institute for Technological Research) has awarded 4 of the 5 lots in the government tender to AXI. The Belgian public sector can rely on AXI's solutions, expertise, and support for the purchase, rental, or leasing of IT infrastructure and services.

AXI persbericht 2023
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AXI Group takes new strategic step to realize growth ambitions

In recent years, AXI has grown significantly, mainly through organic growth. Since Strada Partners came on board, AXI has made key acquisitions including Tilroy, InterIT, and ITP Group. The new streamlined group structure is the next logical step in AXI’s growth ambitions.

AXI Welcome Days 2023
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The AXI Talent Program 2023 welcomes starters in style

The AXI Talent Program, designed to give new starters a warm welcome and quickly integrate them into the AXI family, welcomed 13 enthusiastic starters this year. They took their first steps at AXI, and they did so in style.

Solutions Partner for Digital & App Innovation
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AXI Digital Transformation receives its second Microsoft designation

Hot off the press, AXI has achieved its second Microsoft Designation badge and is now also a Solutions Partner for Digital & App innovation.

AXI & Strada 2022
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AXI strengthens growth ambitions with new investor Strada Partners

AXI welcomes Strada Partners as its new majority shareholder. Strada Partners takes over from Indufin and is committed to driving growth in AXI’s software products and cloud services.