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 2006 CTP Installation
Well, after about 10 tries on a freshly built Windows XP SP2 laptop I was finally able to get the CTP build of BizTalk Server 2006 installed and configured. I had installed it before with no problems. For some reason, this new image of Windows just did not want to...
Biztalk 2006 Officially Launched
Today marked the official launch of Biztalk Server 2006, SQL Server 2005, and Visual Studios 2005. On top of getting free version of SQL 2005 and Visual Studios 2005 at the launch event, Microsoft has posted a new Biztalk 2006 version to Beta Place. The new version is...
New BizTalk Server Community Forum
BizTalkGurus.com has launched a new BizTalk Community Forum! This is not intended to replace the Microsoft Official Newsgroups. That should always be your first place to turn to for technical questions. But, if you are looking for a smaller, more relaxed area check it...
Wish List for BizTalk 2008 (Biztalk vNext)
With the official launch of Biztalk 2006 just weeks away, I could not help but start thinking about what I would like to see in Biztalk vNext (a.k.a Biztalk 2008 / 2009). It will most likely have support for workflows written using Windows Workflow Foundation or even...
Business Rules Enhancements in Biztalk Server 2006
I tend to see more and more clients using Rule Engines now then I did in the past. So, what can we expect to see different and better in Biztalk 2006? At the BPI Conference two weeks ago we found out some of the new enhanced features that the Business Rules Engine...
Business Rules Message Construction in Biztalk Server 2004
Wow. I was in the middle of working on a blog post about message construction and the Business Rules Engine (BRE) in Biztalk 2004. Several other Biztalk Developers and I were talking about this topic at Tech Ed and at the BPI Conference.I looked atRichard's Blog and...
How To View All Subscriptions in Biztalk Server 2006
The Biztalk Subscription viewer is an essential tool for analyzing and correcting subscription errors in Biztalk. In Biztalk 2004, the subscription viewer was provided in the SDK. In Biztalk 2006 Beta, the ability to view subscriptions has moved to the Biztalk...
New Biztalk Server Newsletter Launched- The BizTalker
I have started a new e-mail newsletter called The BizTalker. I hope to deliver periodic issues focusing on real life stories from integration consultants in the field. Nothing that fancy or long, just to the point: this is the problem we had and this is how we fixed...
Recent Posts on LinkedIn
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