Snohomish County speeds training with Azure Speech
See how a people-first AI strategy takes shape.
This customer story shows how Snohomish County is approaching AI adoption to create:
- Faster training
- Scalable AI foundations
- Strong focus on people and trust
Read this story to see how a thoughtful AI approach supports long-term readiness.
How has Snohomish County improved training efficiency?
Snohomish County adopted Azure Speech to modernize their training processes, which allowed them to cut training production time by 87.5%. This transformation enabled the HR team to produce high-quality, voice-narrated training videos in just 30 minutes, significantly reducing the time previously required for content creation.
What role does accessibility play in Snohomish County's training?
Accessibility is a core value for Snohomish County. With Azure Speech, they are able to create learning experiences that cater to different needs and assistive technologies. This includes offering various formats such as audio, visual content, subtitles, and transcription, which helps engage learners who may have previously been harder to reach.
What are the future plans for AI implementation in Snohomish County?
Snohomish County is looking to expand its use of AI across various departments, focusing on creating multilingual content to support inclusive learning experiences. They are also rolling out Microsoft 365 Copilot to help employees understand its value in their daily work, while exploring new capabilities in the government cloud to enhance their services further.

Snohomish County speeds training with Azure Speech
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