Your company has decided to avail of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and has given you the task of choosing between the two types of phones: traditional desk phones (hardphones) or software-based phones (softphones). To help you decide, we’ll break down the benefits of each type. What’s a hardphone? A hardphone is a desk phone […]
It’s essential to use the right programs to stay on top of business demands. If you’re looking for new ways to boost productivity and efficiency in the workplace, you might want to turn to cloud-based solutions like Office 365.
Office 365 is a suite of collaboration apps that combines Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and other apps into a subscription service.
It may seem as if Office 365 is merely Microsoft’s way of joining the online subscription bandwagon, but that’s not the case. O365 is Microsoft’s way of upgrading its ubiquitous Office suite by augmenting it with cloud features. Office apps and the files you create with them are accessible wherever there’s an internet connection, but […]
There are a lot of pros and cons when it comes to monitoring your employees online. We’ve put together an honest and transparent list of arguments for and against this practice. And if you decide it is something you want to pursue, we’ve provided some tips for a smooth implementation process. The case for monitoring […]
Since Microsoft announced that Teams, its chat-based workspace collaboration app, will be replacing Skype for Business back in 2017, businesses have started migrating their users to the new platform. If you're in a similar situation, it’s important to understand how the two applications coexist, how they interoperate, and how IT admins can manage the eventual migration to Teams.
Small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) nowadays are more competitive than ever. As an SMB owner, you’re probably constantly looking for ways to boost your social media presence, outdo your competitors, and increase profits. Here are some ways to do that. Create buyer personas Social media data is a great tool to gather information about your […]
If you’ve ever received what looked like a personalized email from a huge corporation, there’s a good chance it was actually written using an email automation platform. This technology saves time and money while strengthening customer relationships, and contrary to popular belief, it is well within most SMB budgets. What is email automation? Usually included […]
Many industries now utilize Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) for better communication quality with lower costs. And with the many options on digital communications, taking your pick could be overwhelming. This guide will help you decide which VoIP system suits you best. What are “proprietary” systems? When most companies release VoIP software, such as Microsoft’s […]
People are constantly searching for an easier way to keep their email inboxes in order, customize their email signatures, and improve group communications. The good news is that Microsoft Outlook has these features built in, you just need to know where to look. Clean Up your inbox No matter how meticulously organized your Outlook inbox […]
Your business may be using a lot of computer applications to ensure the best productivity in the workplace. And when it comes to communications, you might be using Skype for Business because of its flexibility and ease of use.
Given this, you might’ve been surprised when Microsoft announced in 2017 that Skype for Business would soon be replaced by Microsoft Teams.
