MPS Launches Monthly Azure Webinar Series

Azure Storage Options Webinar Set for November 17

Chicago, IL — November 7, 2011 — MPS Partners, a leading provider of Business Process Management solutions that turn vision into value using Microsoft technologies, is proud to announce that it will be leading monthly Windows Azure webinars beginning on November 17. Through its Azure Learning Series, MPS Partners will help organizations build Windows Azure skills in order to start realizing the benefits of cloud computing. Designed around individual topics pertinent to Azure users, the webinar sessions include:

• Creating Hybrid-cloud Applications Using the Windows Azure Service Bus – December 15, 2011
• Securing Cloud Applications Using Windows Azure Access Control Services – January 19, 2012
• Examining a Real-world Windows Phone Solution Powered by Windows Azure – February 16, 2012
• Azure Storage Options – March 15th, 2012

The Azure Learning Series will take place the 3rd Thursday of the month from 12:00-1:00pm CST beginning on Thursday, November 17, 2011.

Learn more about the Azure Learning Series or register to attend a webinar session.

About Azure
Windows Azure and SQL Azure have revolutionized the way we look at building and deploying enterprise solutions. Whether migrating departmental Access applications, re-platforming existing custom applications or architecting complex on/off-premise hybrid solutions, Windows Azure and SQL Azure offerings are easy to use, easy to implement and the most cost effective cloud platform available. However, with every new innovation, there are new things to plan for, learn about and understand. That’s where MPS Partners can help.

Windows Azure and SQL Azure help developers build, host and scale applications through Microsoft datacenters. Multiple developer services can be used to build applications that span from consumer web to enterprise scenarios. These tools are:

• Compute: Web and Worker roles to host applications around the world
• Database: Highly available and scalable relational cloud database service
• Virtual Machines: Deploy custom Windows Server 2008 R2 images to Windows Azure
• Storage: Persistent and durable storage in the cloud via four core services
• Content Delivery Network: Deliver high-bandwidth content through 24 global physical nodes
• Caching: Distributed, in-memory application cache service
• Virtual Network: Networking functionality to connect on-premises and cloud applications
• Service Bus: Secure messaging capabilities for distributed and hybrid applications
• Access Control: Standards-based service for identity and access control
• Business Intelligence: Develop and deploy operational reports to the cloud using familiar tools
• Marketplace: Buy and sell finished applications, data sets, components and more

About MPS Partners
MPS Partners is a leading provider of business process management solutions that turn vision into value using Microsoft technologies. The company’s customized project-based offerings deliver people-ready solutions to mid-market and enterprise-sized businesses. MPS Partners was a “Compete to Win” Microsoft Partner Award Winner for the Central Region in 2010.

MPS Partners is part of SPR Companies, a family of IT professional services firms that deliver high-value technology solutions and in-demand talent to help organizations achieve critical business objectives and solve complex technology challenges. To learn more, go to www.mpspartners.com.

Media Contacts:
Laura Field, Public Relations, ClearEdge Marketing, (773) 866-1822, lfield@clearedgemarketing.com.