Session Abstract

As an M365 Admin or Developer, you now have two powerful options to manage tenant configuration, deploy a "golden" template or monitor configuration drift: the battle-tested Microsoft 365 DSC framework and the new Unified Tenant Configuration Management (UTCM) APIs. The question is: Which one should you use? Dennis and I are here to clear the fog. We will break down the similarities and critical differences between these tools. We will show you real-world code examples of how to define a "Golden State" using both methods, highlighting the pros and cons of each workflow. Key Takeaways: Compare & Contrast: A feature-by-feature breakdown of DSC vs. UTCM. Code Demo: See the difference between writing a DSC Resource and a UTCM JSON template. Decision Framework: A checklist to help you decide which tool fits your specific project or client. Because as always... "It depends"

Mark Overdijk

From tinkering on x86 pc's, to building websites, transforming to a tech leader for Microsoft 365, Mark has been in the technology scene for a long time. Always on that line to help people and business bridge the gap between business value and IT solutions. As a translator, Mark sees value and brings it all together. For more than a decade in M365, Mark brings a lot of experience in solving problems, look a the true needs of organizations, and helping others forward to become better M365 consultants. Making Business and Engineering lives easier.