We recommend Microsoft 365 Business Premium for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), seeking a powerful suite of tools without the hefty price tag.
This solution offers an optimal blend of applications, enhanced security features, and affordability tailored for SMBs. The flexibility to switch seamlessly between the desktop, web, and mobile versions of essential applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, coupled with communication tools like email, chat, and virtual conferencing, makes it a seamless and highly adaptable platform.
We often recommend the E5 license for larger businesses, which has a higher investment; but for SMBs, we find the Business Premium licenses provide a similar value without the hefty price tag. The real value of Business Premium lies in its robust security controls. It is equipped with enterprise-grade cybersecurity measures that are essential in today's digital ecosystem to thwart phishing, ransomware, and other sophisticated threats. Features such as conditional access ensure that only authorized personnel can view sensitive files, while remote data removal capabilities offer peace of mind in the event of device loss or theft, making Business Premium not just a tool for productivity, but a guardian of business continuity.
Here is an overview of the key features and benefits of Microsoft 365:
- User Setup and Management: We facilitate the seamless creation and management of user accounts, ensuring efficient onboarding and offboarding of new employees or devices.
- Access Control and Permissions: With M365, you gain enhanced control over user permissions, allowing you to finely tune who has access to specific resources and data. We implement the principle of least privilege access for added security.
- Compliance: We assist in maintaining compliance with industry regulations and standards, ensuring that your organization's data and processes adhere to necessary requirements.
- Identity Management and Directory Services: We handle the creation of all necessary user accounts, including application accounts, and establish Single Sign-On (SSO) for streamlined access management using industry-standard protocols.
- OneDrive and SharePoint Integration: OneDrive is seamlessly integrated into your user license, providing robust cloud storage and file-sharing capabilities. SharePoint is linked to user groups for efficient collaboration and document management.
- Exchange Services: We manage Exchange services to ensure reliable email communication and calendaring for your organization.
- Tailored Solutions: Our services are designed to cater to your specific business needs. We help build a structured framework to streamline processes and maximize productivity.
Net Friends' support for M365 is more than just technical assistance; it is about empowering businesses to operate more efficiently, securely, and collaboratively.
By choosing Net Friends as a partner, businesses not only gain access to a suite of powerful tools, but also the expertise and support needed to utilize them effectively. This partnership is a stepping-stone towards a more productive, integrated, and secure business environment.
