Introducing Savvy Insights
Discover. Learn. Reimagine What’s Possible.
What are Savvy Insights?
At Savvy Technical Solutions, we specialize in helping businesses harness the power of Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform. Our goal is to empower teams, streamline technology transitions, automate processes, and enhance overall efficiency. From initial setup and comprehensive training to consistent support, we’re committed to guiding you every step of the journey.
As your strategic ally, we believe that knowledge and communication drive success. That’s why we’re launching Savvy Insights, a series of learning opportunities designed to help you maximize your Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform investment.
Savvy Insights puts innovation into action—bringing you thought-leader conversations, hands-on strategies, and real-world applications to unlock the full potential of Microsoft 365, the Power Platform, and AI. Each session is a chance to discover, learn, and reimagine what’s possible with Microsoft 365.
Our newsletters, virtual sessions, and curated resources are designed to meet you where you are—so you can move forward with clarity and momentum.
Discover. Learn. Reimagine What’s Possible.
It All Began Here: A Note from Our President
From coloring on the computer punch cards my father brought home from work when I was a child, to leading a Microsoft-recognized consulting firm, my path into tech has been anything but traditional. I graduated with degrees in Art History and German, aiming for a career in museum curation — until the dot-com boom of 1999 sparked a pivot. I taught myself HTML, landed my first job through persistence (and a bit of luck), and quickly found myself consulting for major companies across the country. After more than a decade of working through agencies — including a stint with Microsoft — I launched Savvy Technical Solutions in 2012, with the goal of positively impacting more organizations by bringing on talented team members.
Today, Savvy helps organizations of all sizes leverage Microsoft tools to work smarter, communicate better, and feel more confident with technology. The name “Savvy” reflects our philosophy: solving problems — not just with knowledge, but with insight, creativity, and a deep understanding of what makes each organization tick. Whether it’s building a custom intranet or offering just-in-time support, our mission remains clear — make technology approachable, practical, and empowering.
Becky Bertram, President, Solution Architect and Trainer
Savvy Sessions
Savvy is excited to highlight and offer you several upcoming learning opportunities.
Becky Bertram and Theresa Stearns will be presenting at the upcoming North American Collaboration Summit! We will be presenting engaging sessions on Microsoft Loop and Microsoft Work Management with Planner and Tasks. The 2025 The North American Cloud and Collaboration Summit (NACS) will be held in Branson, MO on September 7-9.
The agenda is still being finalized, but you can already see the wealth of sessions dedicated to Microsoft 365, covering the latest updates, best practices, and innovative solutions.
Enjoy 50% off your registration when you use code Becky50 at checkout.
This is your chance to join us for a dynamic, insight-packed event at half the cost. We’d love to see you there!
Save the Dates!
We hope you’ll mark your calendars for our upcoming exclusive Savvy Insights sessions just for you!
October Savvy Insights Session – Oct. 28 @ 11:15am-12:30pm CT
Whether you’re drowning in emails or just looking to streamline your day, this session is packed with tips you can use right away. Don’t miss it—reserve your spot now!
January 2026 Roundtable – Jan. 13 @ 9:00-11:30am CT
Join us for a practical look at Microsoft’s upcoming releases and the evolving role of Copilot Studio in shaping modern workflows. This hybrid event will cover key updates for 2026, with insights into how new tools and features can support real-world productivity and innovation.
Whether you’re attending on-site or online, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of what’s ahead—and how to prepare for it. Registration details coming soon.
Microsoft Announcements
Two BIG Microsoft Announcements in August!
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Microsoft 365 Copilot & Copilot Studio gets GPT-5 (as of August 7th) – All users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license have Immediate access to GPT-5 in Copilot Chat. If you are using a Copilot Chat (free version) will have a phased rollout. GPT-5 means smarter orchestration, sharper answers, and improvements to deep reasoning. It also means that partners can help our customers build agents that leverage GPT-5’s capabilities, enabling your agents to use of the ideal model for each task and responses – using GPT-5 Chat model for simple or routine prompts, and GPT-5 Reasoning model for complex or open-ended agent steps.
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Beginning of the End for SharePoint Classic Sites (effective September 15, 2025) – Microsoft is implementing two major changes in SharePoint Online: Custom Scripting Disabled by Default Sites created with classic publishing templates will have custom scripting disabled automatically. This means users will no longer be able to use script editor web parts, create custom master pages or page layouts. Classic Publishing Site Creation Restricted SharePoint admins will no longer be able to create new site collections using classic publishing templates, and activate publishing features in existing site collections.
These changes mark a shift toward modern SharePoint experiences. Organizations are encouraged to transition to modern sites for improved functionality and future compatibility.
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Get in Touch: Have a project in mind or need advice? Reach out to us today to discuss your technology initiatives. We’re here to help you succeed! Let’s start a conversation today!
