Small business? There has never been a better time to move to a cloud-based solution. Here is why Microsoft Office 365 was designed with the small business in mind, and how you can take advantage of its functionality for your SME.
1. Anytime, anywhere access
Office 365 provides web-enabled access to email, documents, contacts and calendar on almost any device. You can access Office 365 anytime, anywhere. If you are looking to reduce overhead costs, have a flexible setup and prefer staff working remotely, Office 365 is for your team. No specific configuration is needed to get started. All you need is an Internet connection, and you can start working.
2. Seamless coordination and collaboration
Office 365 features all the popular desktop applications like Word, Excel and Powerpoint, plus a host of new web-enabled communication and collaboration tools such as Skype for Business, Yammer and OneDrive.
The application works seamlessly with the programs you use regularly, plus you can also rely on its powerful cloud functionality and automatically updated tools. Most importantly, Office 365 enhances communication and collaboration for staff and teams.
Office 365 features all the popular desktop applications like Word, Excel and Powerpoint plus a host of new web enabled communication & collaboration tools such as Skype for Business, Yammer and OneDrive. You can access Office 365 anytime, anywhere on any device.
3. Improved data security and control
Data security in the cloud is an issue for many small businesses. Aside from state-of-the-art collaboration, mail, and messaging services, Office 365 has built-in security and continuous compliance to give SMEs greater peace of mind. Growing businesses benefit from the same Microsoft platform used by other enterprises worldwide to leverage security functionality.
4. Always up and running
No business can afford downtime, and SMEs are particularly at risk when the system crashes or disaster strikes. Office 365 relies on the Microsoft cloud to ensure business documents and applications are always available with minimum downtime guaranteed.
5. Predictable monthly cost
Office 365 is a scalable solution, which is ideal for small businesses who are getting started in the cloud. The flexible monthly billing process means that you can change your plans at any time to suit your business needs. There are no upfront costs, and you can easily fit the solution into your monthly budget.
Office 365 integrates cloud, mobile, and social technology solutions to make your business more collaborative and productive.
