While Microsoft 365 offerings will vary based on the package you subscribe to, here are the key services and applications you can expect:
Office apps – include web and desktop versions of Microsoft’s software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote.
OneDrive for Business – is a cloud-based file storage platform that allows users to back up, sync, and share files through their Microsoft account. Depending on the Microsoft 365 subscription plan, you can get between 1 TB and unlimited file storage per user.
Teams – is a business collaboration hub where users can communicate through instant messages, group channels, HD audio and video calls, and web conferences. It also integrates with Microsoft productivity apps and best-in-class enterprise software so you and your employees can collaborate on documents and stay organized all in one place.
Exchange Online – is essentially a Microsoft-hosted version of email server software. That means Microsoft manages the underlying infrastructure of Exchange services, while your business can enjoy seamless communications and flexible control over email settings.
SharePoint Online – is used to create team sites where users can share and coauthor files, manage content, search archives for relevant information, and gain business insights to make better-informed decisions. These features enable your business to work as one cohesive unit.
Planner – lays out project workflows through visual dashboards and drag-and-drop task cards, helping your teams to stay in sync. In these dashboards, users can create plans, schedule and assign tasks, draft interactive to-do lists, share files, and track job progress.
PowerApps – is an intuitive custom app builder that lets you create useful business tools from a wide array of templates. Simply click on the functions you need, test the software, and integrate it with your proprietary systems.
Power Automate – is an intuitive business process automation that allows you to create automated workflows between your favorite apps and services. Instead of writing code, use the point-and-click flow designer to build out your business logic
Microsoft’s Security and Compliance Centre – offers several features that minimize the risk of security breaches and noncompliance penalties. This includes security and compliance monitoring, email filtering, data loss prevention policies, advanced threat protection, access management, and more.
Advanced Audit – allows companies to keep audit records in various Microsoft services like Exchange, SharePoint, and Active Directory. These audits track which files were accessed, when, and by whom, so your company can detect and address intrusions early.