Refoundry Blog

Where bold ideas meet practical strategies. Our blog explores how to reduce complexity, strengthen security, and deliver better experiences across identity, cloud, and device management. Discover insights that empower your business to lead with purpose and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital world.

The Security Platform Shift Is Here — And It’s Not Subtle (RSA 2026 Recap)

By Rich Lilly | Mar 31, 2026

For years, security leaders have operated under a familiar assumption:“Best of breed always wins.”Buy the best SIEM. Buy the best EDR. Buy the best identity tool. Integrate everything later. That model made sense in a world where: Data was fragmented Tooling was siloed Humans were the primary operators That world is changing — fast.RSA 2026 Made…

Microsoft Just Quietly Extended the Sentinel Portal Deadline. That’s Not the Story.

By Rich Lilly | Mar 27, 2026

Microsoft recently pushed the retirement of Azure portal-based Microsoft Sentinel management to March 31, 2027. On paper, that sounds like more time. In reality, it’s a signal.  The real story isn’t the deadline. It’s the direction. What’s Actually Changing New Sentinel instances created after August 2025 are already defaulting to the Microsoft Defender portal. That’s…

Refoundry Appoints Microsoft AI Visionary Stephen Christiansen as Field CTO

By Refoundry Marketing | Mar 16, 2026

Industry-Leading Microsoft Technology Executive Brings Pioneering AI Security Framework to Accelerate Corporate AI Adoption CHICAGO, March 16, 2026 — Refoundry today announced the strategic appointment of Stephen Christiansen as Field Chief Technology Officer, positioning the company as a destination for corporate executives seeking transformational Microsoft AI and Security services. Christiansen brings a powerful combination of…

“R” in MXDR Stands for Response

By Refoundry | Mar 10, 2026

In cybersecurity, detection gets most of the attention—dashboards, alerts, telemetry, and visibility. But when a real incident unfolds, none of that matters nearly as much as one capability: response. The most costly breaches rarely happen because suspicious activity wasn’t detected; they happen because response was too slow. If your MXDR provider can’t move from detection…

Refoundry Appoints Kevin Walter as AI & Security Specialist

By Refoundry | Mar 4, 2026

CHICAGO, — Refoundry  today announced the appointment of Kevin Walter as AI & Security Specialist, further strengthening the firm’s commitment to delivering modern, Microsoft-centric security and cloud solutions. Walter brings nearly 15 years of deep, progressive technology consulting experience, paired with a deep passion for helping organizations expand their cloud presence. Walter joins Refoundry after…

Refoundry Earns the Microsoft Solution Partner Designation for Modern Work

By Refoundry | Jan 20, 2026

Refoundry is proud to announce that we have earned the Microsoft Solution Partner designation for Modern Work, recognizing our proven ability to help organizations boost productivity and successfully embrace hybrid work using Microsoft 365, Copilot, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and the broader Modern Work ecosystem. This designation validates Refoundry’s strength across partner performance, technical skilling, and…

The Hidden Costs of Reactive IT  

By Refoundry | Jan 16, 2026

You’ve probably lived it: a user can’t log in, the help desk jumps on it, and you breathe a sigh of relief once it’s “fixed.” But over time, those little fires add up. Reactive IT (waiting for things to break before you address them) quietly drains your budget, frustrates your team, and slows the entire business. What looks cheap today ends up costing you much more…

The Business Case for a Strategic IT Wingman: ROI, Risk Reduction & Future Readiness 

By Refoundry | Jan 12, 2026

Every leader knows technology can accelerate a business, or alternatively, quietly hold it back. The real challenge comes with navigating the endless decisions, risks, and dependencies that come with them.   That’s where a strategic IT wingman becomes invaluable. It’s not outsourcing control, rather gaining a trusted partner who elevates your thinking, sharpens your strategy, and helps you get where you’re going with more confidence…

Why MXDR (Managed Extended Detection & Response) Is a Game-Changer for Mid-Market Security 

By Refoundry | Jan 9, 2026

Mid-market companies are in a tough spot. The threat landscape keeps expanding, yet most teams don’t have the headcount or budget to build and run a dedicated SOC. At the same time, attackers are refining their craft and leaning into identity compromise, automated lateral movement, cloud-based exploitation, and leveraging Generative AI to create more sophisticated attacks.  It’s a lot to absorb,…