Session Abstract

Most Azure environments are designed for the first project, not the fifteenth site. By the time you are managing fifty locations across multiple continents, the early decisions you made (account structure, naming, network topology, governance) are either holding the environment together or quietly working against you. This session is a blueprint from the field. Drawing on years of experience managing small- to large-scale Azure environments, we will work through five architectural pillars that determine whether a global infrastructure is manageable or miserable: an account structure that scales, networking that does not become a bottleneck, automation that removes humans from the critical path, resilience that survives the incident you did not plan for, and governance that holds up under real audit conditions; not just on paper.

Vladimir Stefanovic

20+ years in IT infrastructure, 10 years architecting Azure solutions at scale. I help organizations design cloud systems that are technically sound, cost-efficient, and built to last. As an Azure MVP and Microsoft Certified Trainer for over a decade, I work with companies, from startups to enterprises, to navigate complex Azure deployments, avoid costly mistakes, and build teams that can sustain these systems long-term. I regularly speak at conferences and contribute to the community through writing and mentoring. I believe great architecture starts with understanding your business constraints, not just the technology. That philosophy shapes how I approach designing solutions, training teams, and advising on strategy. When I'm not building scalable systems, you'll find me traveling and spending time with family. He enjoys solving complex problems and focuses on designing, delivering, and automating cloud systems that help businesses grow. Vladimir is a regular speaker at major tech events, including Microsoft Ignite Tour, Microsoft Build, and CloudSummit, among others, where he shares his knowledge and helps others succeed in the cloud. Outside of work, he loves traveling and spending time with his family.