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
Visual Studios 2008 and BizTalk – Think Again
Yesterday, Visual Studios 2008 and the .Net Framework 3.5 was released by Microsoft. I, of course, immediately download the Team Suite edition from MSDN and installed it on a Virtual Machine. Then, went about my daily business of opening up a BizTalk project to get...
Upgraded to Community Server 2007 – How’s things working?
Today (on Tuesday November 6th) I have upgrade the blogs and forums of BizTalkGurus.com to the newest version of Community Server 2007. You may have noticed the site was down for about an hour during the upgrade and everyone will have to login again. Please post a...
Advanced BizTalk Orchestration Session Slides and Demos for Download
I've posted the power point slides and three demos from the SOA and BPM Conference. The three demos cover: 1. Untyped Messages and Dynamic Transforms 2. Partner and Self Correlating Ports 3. Convoys You can find the content here:...
Oslo meet BizTalk, BizTalk meet Oslo
Today at the SOA Conference in Redmond Microsoft publicly announced Oslo. The next generation of Service Oriented Technologies that will be included in the next major wave of product releases. Oslo will focus on two core areas: modeling and services. While Oslo itself...
BizTalk Advanced Orchestration Session at SOA Conference
I'm just putting the final touches on my demos for my session at the 2007 SOA and BPM Conference in Seattle. My session is on Friday, November 2nd at 10 AM in the Cascade room. Session details are below. Hope to see you there! Track: Solution...
BizTalk Server 2006 R2 RTM now on MSDN
Microsoft has released the developer edition of BizTalk 2006 R2 on MSDN. Along with Windows 08 RC0. Anyone with MSDN access should now be able to access the software. Non-MSDN users can still access R2 but its a free trial version.I'm not sure what the plans are...
BizTalk Server 2006 R2 Trial Software Available on TechNet
The long awaited BizTalk 2006 R2 is now available as a trial version on Tech Net.Download it here: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/bb738059.aspx
BizTalk R2 Tech Ed Demos and Slides Now Available for Download
I have placed the Demos and Slides I presented at Tech Ed online if anyone is interested in taking a look at them. This was presented last month at Tech Ed 2007 in Orlando.The demos show how to useUntyped Messages, Dynamic Mapping, Self-Correlation Ports, and WCF...
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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