How Microsoft 365 has changed the modern office

Innovation, Integration and Collaboration 

The creation of Microsoft’s productivity suite has completely transformed the modern office. Through Microsoft 365 cloud technology you can edit in real-time, access your work remotely and have the reassurance of Microsoft’s centralised security. 

 

What is included in a Microsoft 365 Licence? 

 

Top 5 features of Microsoft 365  

1. Real-time editing 

Cloud storage services such as OneDrive saves files online allowing remote access to files along with real-time editing with peers without the need of saving multiple copies or emailing back and forth. 

Hot tip – Set permissions so documents can be securely shared with those with the right access.  

2. Online Meetings 

Microsoft Teams allows team members to meet, call and collaborate remotely. 

Hot tip – Team members can create their teams, or chat with individuals with the ability to share and edit files from the local computer or OneDrive. 

3. Mobile access 

Mobile technology enables collaboration on the move. All files and apps are accessible as well as the capability to respond to different conversations and join meetings. 

Hot tip – Schedule meetings within Outlook and add useful files for participants straight from SharePoint or OneDrive whilst on the move.  

4. Intranet  

SharePoint is a cloud-based service to create, store and share content online. Creating a company intranet that connects employees with different pages allows everyone to stay up to date with company news, job training, industry news and much more. 

Hot tip – SharePoint has comprehensive search abilities that allow employees to find important information at the touch of a button.  

5. Security  

Microsoft 365 has unparalleled security giving the ability to meet key international, regional, and industry-specific standards and terms, with more than 1,000 security and privacy controls.  

Hot tip – Create password policies that require users to reset their passwords after a specified number of days.  

 

Future Development 

  • Microsoft Loop = Coming later this summer Microsoft Loop is designed to supercharge your project management. Find out more.   
  • Microsoft Mesh (for Teams) = A version of Mesh is already available but 2022 sees the release of the Teams integration update. Microsoft Mesh uses virtual reality for meetings enabling people to connect, work on 2d/3d content and feel connected with actual eye contact and facial expressions via holographic technology. To stay on top of Microsoft news, tips and Microsoft newsletter signup HERE to not miss out 

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