Whether you’re getting control of your data or exploring your first AI initiatives, we make sure the foundations are solid. That way your AI delivers results you can trust at scale, and without the false starts.
Think you need an AI project? You probably need a data one first. Without structure, trust and control, your data is not ready to scale.
Data lives in too many places.
Nobody trusts the reports.
Security and compliance are inconsistent.
Costs blow out as teams try to patch things together.
Whether you’re kicking off a data modernisation project, wanting to work on a new AI pilot or getting Microsoft Fabric off the ground, we’re here to make life easier. Our team works with you to simplify architecture, strengthen governance and set the right foundations for AI readiness.
We simplify, secure and structure your data so AI can move from pilot to production.
We take care of the heavy lifting so your team can start using Fabric without the false starts.
AI adoption is accelerating, but success isn’t keeping up. Across Australia, 76% of leaders admit their data isn’t AI-ready, leaving most projects stuck in pilot mode. The problem isn’t the technology, it’s the foundations: trusted data, governance and a culture ready to act.
In this report, we share what we’ve learned first-hand from deploying AI across our own business and with our customers on what works, what doesn’t, and how to close the gap between ambition and real outcomes.
In this report, you’ll learn:
AI won’t wait, and neither should you. The organisations that are pulling ahead aren’t waiting for perfect data. They’re starting with what they’ve got, learning fast, and building from there.
Discover everything you need to turn your data into real operational value.
Reduce the overhead of managing fragmented data platforms with built-in governance and automation.
Track usage, avoid duplication and keep data projects on budget – even as needs grow.
Accelerate project delivery with expert support across platform configuration, monitoring and scale.
Protect sensitive data and stay compliant with preconfigured controls and local support.
Make the most of Microsoft Fabric with guidance, setup and day-two operations support already sorted.
Get help when you need it from local engineers who understand your environment.
Find out how our Data & AI team make a difference in the real world.
Prepare your environment for AI by getting your data house in order – securely, consistently and at the right scale. Ask about our own AI pilot projects.
Cut costs and reduce complexity by bringing scattered data environments into a single governed platform.
Support sovereignty, compliance and control with private cloud environments designed for high-trust use cases.
Why Australia’s leading organisations rely on Macquarie Cloud Services to bring structure,
scale and security to their data environments and AI projects.
As Australia’s leading Azure Expert MSP, we combine deep cloud experience with practical data insight.
Our ecosystem includes Microsoft, Dell and a broader network of trusted partners – so your project has visibility and traction.
Our local NPS score of +93 reflects hands-on support that understands the realities of Australian business.
From ISO 27001 to PROTECTED certification, we meet the highest standards for sensitive and regulated workloads.
Speak to a Data + AI specialist about your current environment and your plans for what’s next.
A managed data platform is a secure, structured environment that brings all your data together so it can be trusted and used at scale. Instead of juggling multiple systems or worrying about governance, we take care of the heavy lifting — from setup and monitoring to security and day-to-day operations. With Macquarie Cloud Services managing the platform, your team can focus on using data to drive insights and AI outcomes, not fixing the plumbing.
Microsoft Fabric is an all-in-one analytics platform that connects data across your business and makes it easier to use for reporting, dashboards and AI. It replaces the patchwork of separate tools with a single, integrated environment that’s faster to run and easier to manage. Our team helps you get Fabric up and running quickly, with governance and security built in from day one, so you can start seeing value straight away.
Data analytics focuses on understanding the past and present by turning raw data into reports and insights. Machine learning is about teaching systems to recognise patterns in data and improve their predictions over time. AI goes a step further by using those patterns to make decisions, automate processes or generate new outputs. At Macquarie Cloud Services, we help you bring all three together on a foundation you can trust.
A data and AI strategy sets out how your business will use data to deliver real outcomes with AI. It covers the foundations — governance, security and platforms — as well as the priorities, use cases and measures of success. Without a clear strategy, AI projects risk stalling or delivering results you can’t scale. We work with organisations to design strategies that are practical, outcomes-focused and ready to grow.
You don’t always need a full data platform to start, but the more organised your data is, the better your AI results will be. Many organisations begin with what they have, then quickly run into issues with scale, trust or governance. A managed data platform gives you a strong foundation so AI projects deliver accurate outcomes and can grow without costly rework.
Signs of AI readiness include having data that is easy to access, well governed, and trusted across the business. If reports are unreliable, data is scattered across systems, or compliance is a concern, those gaps need to be addressed first. We help organisations assess their current state and build a roadmap so AI projects start on the right footing.
Preparing for AI and Copilot starts with ensuring your data is accurate, secure and accessible to the right people. This means setting up governance, removing duplicates and connecting key systems so insights flow smoothly. With those foundations in place, Copilot can draw on reliable data to provide accurate recommendations, summaries and answers. Our team helps you put those controls in place quickly, without slowing down adoption.
The key is to centralise and simplify — moving away from scattered spreadsheets or siloed apps into a single, managed platform. This reduces duplication, improves security and makes it easier to apply AI across the whole business. At Macquarie Cloud Services, we use Microsoft Fabric and our Managed Data Platform to unify data sources so your AI has a consistent, trusted base to work from.
We help organisations move from fragmented, outdated systems to modern, cloud-ready platforms. Our team simplifies architectures, applies governance and security, and sets up environments designed for scale. That means less manual work, more reliable reporting and a clear path to AI readiness.
Responsible AI starts with trusted data and strong governance. We build environments where security, compliance and transparency are built in from the ground up, so AI outcomes are reliable and auditable. By combining technical expertise with a local support model, we help your business innovate with AI while protecting sensitive information and maintaining trust.
Our managed platforms include built-in security controls, monitoring and compliance measures aligned with Australian regulations. From ISO 27001 through to PROTECTED certification, we meet the highest standards for sensitive and regulated workloads. Combined with local, always-on support, you can be confident your data and AI projects are protected.
Costs vary depending on the size of your environment and the outcomes you want to achieve. What sets us apart is transparency — you get clear pricing, no hidden extras and a service that scales with your needs. By getting the data foundations right, we also help avoid the false starts and rework that often make AI projects more expensive than they should be.
Our Data + AI experts are here to help.
