Case Study: Microsoft Power Platform Bootcamp – Supporting US Navy Digital Readiness Training in Japan
- Ayaka Fuji
- Aug 22
- 4 min read
Updated: Aug 22
Microsoft Power Platform Customized Training with the US Navy
NobleCamps recently completed a 12-day Microsoft Power Platform bootcamp for the US Navy in Japan. Conducted in both English and Japanese, the training provided small teams of 15 participants with the opportunity to gain hands-on skills in low-code development, automation, data analysis, and secure information management.
The program was designed to build practical competencies that participants can apply immediately in their daily work.
Training Overview
Program Name | Microsoft Power Platform Bootcamp |
Client Name | United States Navy (Japan) |
Client Industry | Defense & Military |
Program Content | Microsoft Power Platform (including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse) |
Skills Acquired | Custom app development, automated workflow design, data visualization, secure information management |
Training Duration | 12 days |
Participants | Around 40 |
Location | US Navy base in Japan, On-site |
Languages | English and Japanese |
This was not an introductory software class.
Instead, it was a customized, results-driven training program designed to dramatically improve operational efficiency through automation, data management, and application development.
While Microsoft is often associated with Office tools like PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, Power Platform consists of five core tools:
Power Apps: No-code/low-code business application development
Power Automate: Business process automation
Power BI: Data visualization and analytics for decision-making
Copilot Studio: Build AI chatbots and virtual agents
Power Pages: Website development
Supporting these five tools is Microsoft Dataverse, which serves as the secure and unified data platform. Dataverse integrates across the applications to ensure data consistency and compliance in workflows.
Together, these tools accelerate digital transformation by enabling non-IT staff to design, automate, and manage solutions directly in their operational environments.
What is Microsoft Power Platform Training?
The Microsoft Power Platform—consisting of Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse provides personnel with tools to design applications, automate administrative tasks, and analyze data efficiently.
These capabilities align with NAVWAR’s Flank Speed and OneNAVWAR Digital Innovation Nexus (ODIN), which emphasize digital transformation and information superiority.
What is Microsoft Power BI?
Among the Power Platform tools, Power BI is dedicated to data utilization.
It allows users to analyze and visualize large datasets in real-time and share insights through interactive dashboards.
In this training, participants built dashboards to track fleet readiness, inspection data, and resource allocation. More than just data reporting, they learned how to extract “actionable insights” that drive strategic decision-making.
Program Design
The 12-day Microsoft Power Platform Bootcamp for US Navy was designed as a customized, immersive training program that combined lectures with daily labs and applied exercises.
Participants worked in small groups, ensuring active engagement and immediate application of their new skills. The curriculum covered each Power Platform tool in depth:
Power Apps: Build custom applications tailored to field needs (e.g., equipment management, onboarding support)
Power Automate: Reduce repetitive work through automated processes (e.g., automated data entry, real-time notifications)
Power BI: Develop dashboards that directly support decision-making
Dataverse: Practice secure, compliant data management
Beyond technical skills, the program emphasized a “citizen developer” approach, encouraging personnel to identify inefficiencies in their own areas of responsibility and apply the tools to address them directly.
Training Outcomes
Direct Operational Impact
By the end of the bootcamp, participants were able to:
Build functional business applications
Implement automated workflows
Create interactive dashboards aligned with operational needs
These capabilities reduced manual workload, shortened reporting cycles, and strengthened data-driven decision-making while reinforcing information security.
Bilingual, Multicultural Training
Delivered in both English and Japanese, the program ensured that all participants—across a multicultural base environment—fully understood the material and could directly apply it in their respective work environments.
Client Testimonials
- Mastering Microsoft Power Platform Bootcamp Fundamentals
This course met my desired outcome. It gave us the understanding to manage employees utilizing this skill. It will help us to level set expectations on time and performance. - J.F.
It was great that I had the opportunity to attend this class. - N.W.
- Mastering Microsoft Power Platform Bootcamp Group 1
The atmosphere was welcoming, which made it very easy to ask questions, and the thorough explanations were also greatly appreciated. - T . I.
The instructors were highly knowledgeable and provided advice from various perspectives in response to our questions. - E .N.
It was a very intensive training. Even with apps I had previously explored through self-study, I was able to deepen my understanding and learn a lot. There were many hands-on exercises, allowing me to continuously reinforce my knowledge. It was also reassuring to have someone available to support us whenever questions came up. Applying what we learned during the hackathon on the final day helped solidify my understanding even further. I definitely want to apply what I’ve learned to improve our operations once I return to the office. - K.W.
The instructors responded to participants’ questions with clear and thorough explanations, making it easy to ask questions. Even when something wasn’t immediately known, they took the time to look it up and explain it, which I really appreciated. - F.S.
- Mastering Microsoft Power Platform Bootcamp Group 2
All the sessions were interesting, but the hackathon helped clarify my areas of weakness, which was especially valuable. - K.Y.
Having plenty of time for hands-on activities and getting the chance to do a hackathon on the final day made the learning much deeper. - H.T.
The trainers made the content engaging and accessible. - Y.H.
Conclusion
The program demonstrated the value of Microsoft Power Platform in advancing the Navy’s broader digital transformation objectives.
Participants left with practical skills to modernize processes, enhance efficiency, and contribute to a culture of innovation.
NobleCamps remains prepared to support future training initiatives that strengthen operational readiness through applied digital tools.
Who Benefits from Power Platform Training?
Beyond military organizations, Microsoft Power Platform is highly effective for companies and institutions such as:
Businesses struggling with data management and process inefficiency
Organizations looking to unify workflows across departments
Companies facing labor shortages and seeking automation solutions
Global teams working across multiple languages and cultures
Enterprises aiming to achieve rapid, field-driven digital transformation
As a global training provider, NobleCamps continues to provide customized training programs that strengthen operational readiness and support workforce transformation worldwide.
NobleCamps offers customized corporate training and business bootcamps in Japanese, English, and other languages.We deliver onsite programs globally—please feel free to contact us for consultation.
