Nikki Chapple

What to Do About the SC-400 Certification Retirement?

Posted on 26 March 2025Updated on 26 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

🚨 Big News for IT, Data Security, Compliance and Purview Professionals! 🚨

Microsoft has announced the retirement of the SC-400: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator certification, effective May 31, 2025. This change impacts both current SC-400 certification holders and those preparing for the exam. As the IT landscape evolves, Microsoft is shifting its focus towards more comprehensive security administration, leading to the introduction of the new SC-401 certification. 🔒

Wondering how this change will affect your certification journey? This transition may seem daunting, but with the right information and preparation, you can navigate it effectively and continue to advance your career in information security. ✨ The new SC-401 certification offers a more robust focus on security administration, aligning with the latest industry trends. 🌟

In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the retirement of the SC-400 certification, the introduction of the SC-401 certification, and how to make the most of this change. 🌟

Microsoft Information Protection – In the Centre of It All! – Insights from the ‘All Things M365 Compliance’ Podcast

Posted on 14 March 2025Updated on 14 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

In today’s digital landscape, data security is critical, and Microsoft Information Protection sits at the centre of safeguarding sensitive information. By enabling organizations to classify, protect, and govern their data, Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) empowers businesses to apply sensitivity labels, encryption, and access controls across Microsoft 365 and beyond. This ensures consistent security and compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

In a recent All Things M365 Compliance podcast, Nikki Chapple, Ryan John Murphy, and Microsoft MVP Victor Wingsing explored the importance of data classification and sensitivity labels in Microsoft Purview. This blog captures their valuable insights and offers practical strategies for organizations looking to strengthen their data protection practices and mitigate security risks.

Microsoft 365 Offboarding: Secure OneDrive & Mailbox Data

Posted on 2 March 2025Updated on 5 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

When an employee leaves, proper Microsoft 365 offboarding is crucial to protect data. Failure to follow the correct procedure may result in the loss or exposure of OneDrive and mailbox data. This manual outlines the best ways to limit access, enforce retention policies, transfer files, and supervise mailboxes and OneDrive accounts to ensure compliance and continuous functionality.

How to Investigate Microsoft 365 Copilot Interactions

Posted on 2 March 2025Updated on 2 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

Ever wondered how to investigate Microsoft 365 Copilot Interactions? You’re in the right place! This blog post will guide you through the process of using Microsoft 365 tools, specifically the unified audit log eDiscovery and Communications Compliance, to uncover specific Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions.