The ease of access and seamless user experience of AI tools and platforms have made it easier for tech enthusiasts to experiment with AI techniques and build AI-powered solutions, leading AI hackathons to turn into a trend. The DXC-MS AI Hackathon, on a similar note, stands out as a 20-day virtual event, conducted from April 20th to May 10th, 2025. Hosted by DXC Technologies, the event emerged as a unique opportunity for participants. Tech enthusiasts from around the world showcased their creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills in the field of artificial intelligence.
CloudLabs is thrilled to have supported the DXC team with seamless collaboration and constant encouragement throughout the event. From initial setup to real-time technical query resolution and group-wise continuous assistance, our dedicated team of expert professionals ensured the ultimate responsiveness and commitment.
CloudLabs in Action
CloudLabs, as a premium solution provider, has been supporting leading companies, including EY, IBM, Capgemini, LTIMindtree, Accenture, and others, in hosting successful hackathon events worldwide for nearly a decade. Whether it’s a one-day challenge-based hackathon or a month-long open-ended schedule, companies trust us with end-to-end event management and a seamless experience. Here is a list of everything exclusive, how team CloudLabs ensured a complete success for the DXC-MS AI Hackathon.
- End-to-End Hackathon Enablement
CloudLabs provided a comprehensive suite of services, enabling a smooth and efficient hackathon setup tailored to the goals set by DXC Technology and the 150+ participants. From hackathon registration management over CloudLabs Events Portal to go-live readiness and final completion, we ensured expert assistance at every stage of the process.
- Hands-On Innovation: Open-Ended Hack Format
A unique, proof-of-concept-based open-ended hackathon experience for team DXC and 150+ global participants. The pre-configured labs were directly available over the web with zero software dependencies. No live facilitation required by IT, enabling a self-paced approach for hundreds of participants. Additionally, expert professionals from Cloudlabs ensured real-time support throughout.
- Pre-configured Lab Environments
The ready-to-use lab environments were equipped with VM uptime management and automatic cleanup facilities. The labs, including all the saved content, got automatically deleted once the event was complete. Additionally, participants had full control over the assigned self-paced lab spaces. They could start, stop, or pause the labs as needed.
- Advanced Cost Reporting
Team CloudLabs helped with cost monitoring throughout the event. Expenses were tracked as per group-level Azure spend. To further optimize costs and save resources, we ensured that labs are auto-deleted once the event is concluded, after 30 days.
- 24/7 Support
Dedicated support executives at CloudLabs offered real-time query resolution throughout the event. Our experienced team went above and beyond to help participants with all types of queries, ensuring minimal disruption throughout the event.
Host Hackathons with CloudLabs
With CloudLabs, you can choose between various hackathon styles and subjects. Organizations can also request tailor-made experiences that align with specific goals and trending use cases. From AI/ML and App Modernization to Security & Compliance and Data & AI, we help host them all. Moreover, organizations can share their goals, and experts at CloudLabs will offer adequate guidance for the most successful event.
Here is a list of all the perks that one gets to experience with CloudLabs:
- End-to-End Management: From custom registration pages featuring the brand logo and event details to in-built leaderboards and post-event feedback generation from participants, CloudLabs offers a comprehensive, tailor-made experience.
- Pre-Configured Lab Experiences: Select the lab of your choice from CloudLabs’ pre-configured lab catalog. Choose from our existing setup of sample use cases – relevant to various sectors including healthcare, education, manufacturing, retail & customer goods, etc.
- Advanced Admin Controls: Admins can add new users and manage participants for an upcoming hackathon. Add new roles, such as event admin, proctor, attendee, speaker, track admin, and event partner admin, or monitor registrations by accepting or rejecting participant registrations as needed. One can also add or edit details (date, time, agenda, and instructor details) for a scheduled hackathon.
- In-depth Cost Reports: Access in-depth cost reports based on expenses tracked as per group-level Azure spend. To ensure further cost optimization, labs get automatically deleted once the event is complete.
- Automation at Scale: Schedule lab hours, with in-built VM uptime, set specific start and stop timings per lab, also enable shut down idle labs’ detection feature, to optimize event budgets.
- Power BI Backed Reports: Download group or batch-specific Power BI backed reports or monitor a particular participant with his/her individual report, available over a dashboard view. Insights on participation, attendance, and the total time spent by each attendee are also available.
- Complete Data Security: Active compliance with RBACs and GDPR policies ensures complete data protection for all participants in the hackathon. Furthermore, our dedicated support team provides real-time assistance throughout the live event, offering help with technical issues within the labs.
Wrapping Up
The DXC-MS AI Hackathon stands out from the rest, a true testament to what’s possible when innovation, collaboration, and the right technology converge. At CloudLabs, we’re honored to have played a key role in enabling such a dynamic, large-scale event—supporting 150+ global participants with seamless lab provisioning, automated infrastructure management, and real-time support. As organizations continue to explore the potential of AI and experiential learning, CloudLabs has consistently delivered powerful, scalable, and secure hackathon solutions for nearly a decade. We look forward to empowering even more innovation-driven events in the future—one lab at a time.
Harshal Charde is an accomplished Principal Cloud Solution Architect at Spektra Systems, with extensive expertise in Microsoft Technologies, Hyper-V, Cloud Computing, and Virtualization. His proficiency in these areas allows him to design and implement cutting-edge solutions for clients, driving business growth and innovation.
