Maybe your business hasn’t put a lot of thought into collaboration tools.  After all, the tried-and-true method of attaching a file in an email and hitting the ‘Reply All’ button (while cumbersome and prone to issues) for the most part does work, and has been used for decades as a means to share content and collaborate in workplace environment.  So why bother changing what isn’t broken?

Because, without even knowing it, your business is missing out on a whole new world of features offered in 365 and Teams. Features that will allow your team to work better, smarter, faster, and with greater ease.  Features that will expedite your business’ potential, reduce miscommunications, and fast-forward your workplace into the 21^st century.

Like we said in the headline, it’s time to upgrade your business to Microsoft 365 and Teams.

We get it, bold claims require bold proof.  Just what makes Microsoft’s solution to team collaboration so great, and why should your business choose it over its competitors?

Firstly, it’s intuitive.  If you’ve used Office in the past, you’re ready to use the new 365 and Teams, as they’re an evolution of what you’re already used to.  Video conferencing, file sharing, creating teams and coordinating break-off groups, tracking and managing a project’s progress are all easily accessible features for new users.

What’s more, according to a study by Forrester in 2019, workers, themselves, reported increased satisfaction and engagement.  In fact, 88% of the survey’s respondents reported “having all of our solutions in one place saves time.”

If the old axiom is true, and time is money, consider the following from the same study:

– 4 hours a week are saved by information workers through improved collaboration and information sharing
– There was a reduction in 17.7% in the time it took decision makers to make those decisions
– There was a reduction of 18.9% in terms of meetings each week
– Having resources available online in Teams reduces downtown by 14.6%

The full article is linked here for more information: Quantifying the value of collaboration with Microsoft Teams.

Another key factor to consider, while you may not be using these tools, your competitors might be.  The popularity of Teams alone has grown exponentially.  Microsoft reports that in July of 2019 it had 13 million daily users, and that that number has increased more than 10-fold to 145 million daily users as of April, 2021.

Just in case ‘fear of missing out’ factors into your decision making.  When it comes to the ongoing success of your business, in this case, it should.

Keystone helps small and medium-sized businesses integrate with Microsoft 365 and Teams. Contact us today to find our how we can help yours.