TechSense – June 17, 2025

In this Edition…

This month, we’re diving into what makes a truly healthy IT culture—and why it’s more than just a buzzword. With cyber threats evolving faster than ever, treating IT as a strategic priority is no longer optional. We explore how shifting your mindset can strengthen your organization from the inside out.

We’re also getting hands-on with AI in Copilot in Power Automate. As automation becomes a bigger part of daily workflows, knowing how to write effective prompts is key to unlocking its full potential. We’ll show you how to make AI work smarter for you.

Plus, we shine a light on HomeAhead, a local nonprofit doing incredible work to help families transition out of homelessness with dignity and comfort. It’s a reminder of the power of community and compassion.

And don’t miss our Techsense picks—featuring automation tips, cybersecurity alerts, and a peek at Boulder County through the lens of a high-tech osprey cam. It’s a little bit of everything, and all worth the click.

The Hallmarks of a Healthy IT Culture

A healthy IT culture isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a business imperative. For organizations of all sizes, the risks of cyberthreats, data loss, and operational downtime are real, costly, and ever evolving. Yet, many businesses still treat IT security as a reactive function rather than a strategic pillar of business success. That mindset needs to change….

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Crafting High-Quality AI Prompts in Power Automate Copilot

As AI becomes more deeply integrated into business workflows, the ability to design effective prompts is becoming a critical skill. With Power Automate Copilot, Microsoft empowers users to harness the power of generative AI directly within their automation flows. But to get the most out of it, you need to know how to write prompts that deliver reliable, relevant,…

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Non-Profit Spotlight – HomeAhead

Recently I was asked to join the Board of Directors for HomeAhead and wanted to take a moment to share with you what they do. HomeAhead is a local nonprofit working to end furniture poverty in Boulder County. When individuals and families move into housing after experiencing homelessness, they often do so with nothing. HomeAhead…

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Mastering Windows Desktop Shortcuts Want to boost your productivity and navigate your Windows desktop like a pro? Here are some handy shortcuts and tricks to manage your workspace more efficiently:  Win + D – Show Desktop Instantly minimize all open windows to reveal your desktop. Press again to restore them.  Win + M – Minimize All Windows…

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In the New Outlook there is a menu option that lets you pin emails to the top of your folder.

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Technology at its finest:

• Osprey Camera – Boulder County

Cool article about Power Automate (Power Automate automates tasks between apps and services.)

• Adopt automation with Copilot in Power Automate – Power Automate | Microsoft Learn

Be careful what you consider installing!

• Cybercriminals camouflaging threats as AI tool installers