I Help Build AI-Powered Azure Integration and Agentic AI Solutions That Transform Enterprises
For over 25 years, I’ve helped organizations solve complex enterprise integration challenges using Microsoft technologies. As a Microsoft Azure MVP for more than 22 years, I design and deliver mission-critical Azure solutions built on Azure Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus, Azure API Management (APIM), and Azure AI.
Whether you’re planning a BizTalk Server to Azure Integration Services migration, implementing AI-driven automation, or need a hands-on Azure architect to lead and mentor your team, I deliver secure, scalable, production-ready solutions that create measurable business value.
Stephen W. Thomas
If you’re starting a new project with Azure AI Technologies or Azure Integration Services—or already have one underway—I’m available for both short- and long-term consulting engagements.
I work with organizations globally, supporting teams on-site or remotely, and can engage in whatever capacity fits your needs — from a few hours a week to full-time project leadership. Whether you need hands-on delivery, architectural guidance, or experienced oversight, I adapt to where your project is and what will move it forward.
Core focus areas include:
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Azure Integration Services architecture and development
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Azure AI and agentic solution design and implementation
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On-site Azure Integration Services training and mentoring
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BizTalk Server to Azure Integration Services migrations
My goal is simple: reduce risk, bring clarity, and help your project succeed — whether that’s modernizing integration platforms, introducing AI-driven workflows, or enabling teams to confidently ship production-ready solutions.
If you’re looking for experienced, hands-on Azure Integration and AI support, let’s talk.
Recent Blog Posts
BizTalk Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) Toolkit Book Give Away
PACKT Publishing is at it again with another great addition for your BizTalk library. This time, it comes to us in part from Howard Edidin who also helped write the free e-book on BizTalk 2010 Administration. The new addition is called Microsoft BizTalk ESB...
Training on What’s New in BizTalk 2013 from Pluralsight
I am excited to add a new addition to my resume - that of the title of Pluralsight Author! My course on “What is New in BizTalk 2013” is now live and ready to view on Pluralsight’s website. View the training course on What’s New in BizTalk 2013 If you already have a...
Windows Azure Virtual Machines – Stopped doesn’t equal Stopped Deallocated
When driving down the street I think we all know what to do when we see a Stop Sign – we know we need to stop the car. What happens when you see Stopped as a status for a Windows Azure Virtual Machines? A little over a month ago Microsoft announced they would no...
Need a single server BizTalk Environment on Azure IaaS? Just give this a click!
This script comes after days and days of trial and error. During the course of building this script I learned a lot about PowerShell Remoting, PowerShell Scheduled Tasks (which run in some other process by the way), PowerShell Background Tasks, Scheduled Tasks and...
Using SendGrid with BizTalk360 for Easy Emails on IaaS
Last week BizTalk360 announced a new one-click installation process that works great for BizTalk running in Windows Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). This can be used to set up a stand-alone single server BizTalk environment in a short amount of...
Microsoft BizTalk Server 2013 in Windows Azure IaaS TechEd Session Online
The session I presented at TechEd 2013 North American on Windows Azure IaaS and BizTalk Server 2013 is now online! I cover the new MSDN Benefits, using BizTalk with IaaS, creating a new Azure Virtual Machine Multi-Server Domain, and review some sample scenarios that...
Windows Azure Virtual Machine Announcements from TechEd US
Today in the key note at TechEd US Scott Guthrie made some exciting announcements related to Windows Azure Virtual Machines. Here are the highlights: Stopped Virtual Machines will no longer be charged Billing will now be pay per minute rather than by the hour MSDN...
First Look at a Windows Azure Bill for BizTalk Server 2013
With the release of BizTalk Server 2013 on Windows Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) we have a new way to license BizTalk Server. We can now license BizTalk Standard and Enterprise on a pay per hour basis. This opens up a wide range of opportunities...
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About Stephen W Thomas
I help organizations design, modernize, and deliver enterprise-grade Azure integration and AI solutions that are secure, scalable, and production-ready.
Based in Austin, Texas, I bring over 25 years of Microsoft integration experience, including more than 20 years working hands-on with BizTalk Server. I specialize in Azure Integration Services consulting, helping enterprises modernize legacy platforms using Azure Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus, and Azure API Management (APIM).
Today, my focus extends to Azure AI and agentic AI solutions, where I help organizations move beyond experimentation into governed, production-ready AI architectures on Azure. My work blends cloud integration architecture, AI orchestration, and hands-on delivery, ensuring solutions create measurable business value.
I’m an Azure MVP for over 22 years and remain deeply hands-on, working directly with teams across architecture, implementation, training, and enablement.
Stephen W. Thomas
Azure Integration Architect