M365 Protected Sensitivity Label Failures

Scenario: You have created Sensitivity Labels which include the Protection feature (Encryption + Rights Management). You have published the labels to end users thru a Label Policy within the Compliance Center. When users attempt to use the Sensitivity Labels, they receive one of the following errors listed below. Error 1: Azure Information Protection cannot apply … Read more M365 Protected Sensitivity Label Failures

Windows 11 – A New Addition – But Is It a New Platform?

The dream that Microsoft promised with Windows 10 being the “last” Windows OS seems rather dashed on 24 June 2021. Microsoft finally held their live event announcing Windows 11, the next generation in the Windows pantheon. While there are many rumors discussing how the performance of Windows 11 is better than that of Windows 10, … Read more Windows 11 – A New Addition – But Is It a New Platform?

S/MIME vs. Office Message Encryption (OME)

A significant challenge organizations face is the ability to secure and protect information, both in transit and while at rest. In respect to securing information within email, we have two primary options available to us – S/MIME and Office Message Encryption (OME). In this article we are going to look at how to leverage either … Read more S/MIME vs. Office Message Encryption (OME)

Microsoft TEAMS without Exchange – Service Limitations

A discussion on deploying TEAMS first, or running TEAMS without Exchange integration. Terminology Framework Note: For the discussion below, it is important that we establish a common terminology framework. Discussions around the Microsoft Teams product line can become confusing. Here is the manner in which the term “teams” is used throughout this discussion: TEAMS all … Read more Microsoft TEAMS without Exchange – Service Limitations

Insufficient Permissions to Modify Distribution Group

There are occasions when you must modify settings of Distribution Groups within Exchange. You may encounter an error stating: “Insufficient access rights to perform the operations.” Or “You don’t have sufficient permissions.” PowerShell: You may encounter either of these errors within the Exchange Admin Center or within the Exchange Management Shell despite being a member … Read more Insufficient Permissions to Modify Distribution Group

Sensitivity Labels for Microsoft 365 Groups

Many organizations are required to comply with information protection standards whether mandated by law, executive order, or their own policies. To address this demand, Microsoft has developed Sensitivity Labels located within the Microsoft 365 Compliance Center. This guide will assist administrators configuring an M365 tenant to enable Sensitivity Labels within Microsoft 365 groups (aka Modern … Read more Sensitivity Labels for Microsoft 365 Groups

Creating Dynamic Microsoft 365 Groups

Creating Dynamic Microsoft 365 Groups Many organizations experience a high degree of personnel mobility and in turn, staff often change roles and memberships. This results in a demand for a responsive access control system providing users with the data they need when they need it, while also ensuring confidentiality and integrity of data by protecting … Read more Creating Dynamic Microsoft 365 Groups

AADSTS90034: Couldn’t Get Valid User Code

Azure Sign-In Error: AADSTS90034: Couldn’t Get valid user code. Recently I have been working closely with several Government customers who are leveraging services located within the Government Community Cloud + High. When attempting to setup their device to integrate with Intune services, the user attempts to open the Company Portal Application and sign in. During … Read more AADSTS90034: Couldn’t Get Valid User Code