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
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...
BizTalk 2013 Installation Error on Windows Server 2012 64-bit
I was doing some BizTalk installations this weekend with BizTalk Server 2013 on Windows Server 2012 VM’s. I have done this before without any issues but in each case I already had Visual Studios 2012 installed on the server. This time I was doing a Runtime Only...
Help! I Cannot Attach My Azure Data Disk to my Windows Azure Virtual Machine
Windows Azure Virtual Machines are the new IaaS offering from Windows Azure that allows for Virtual Machines in the Cloud. Using Windows Azure Virtual Machines you have the ability to add additional Data Disks in addition to your core Operating System Disk to...
TechEd 2013 Session – Microsoft BizTalk Server 2013 in Windows Azure IaaS
If you are planning to attend TechEd North America this June in New Orleans, LA and are looking for information on BizTalk Server running in Windows Azure IaaS then my session is for you! With the general release of Windows Azure IaaS and BizTalk 2013 Pay-Per-Hour...
Windows Azure IaaS is Live and BizTalk Server 2013 Hourly Pricing Released
Today Microsoft released to General Availability the Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) side of Windows Azure. This includes Virtual Machines and Virtual Networking. Read complete details of the release here. This is a huge milestone for BizTalk’ers...
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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