Summer is just around the corner, and the holiday season is upon us! In this episode, we’re diving into the ultimate guide to preparing for your holiday using Microsoft 365, ensuring you get a stress-free break.
We’ve got everything you need, from sharing your calendar and setting up out-of-office messages to managing your meetings like a pro. Our expert tips and tricks will help you enjoy your break while making sure your colleagues have a smooth transition. Plus, we’ll show you how to catch up on what you missed and get back into the groove effortlessly.
Tune in to master the art of logging off and get ready to enjoy a stress-free holiday!
Dive into this dynamic episode of our podcast where we explore the art of productivity in today’s fast-paced digital environment!
Join us as we unravel the secrets behind effective task management and collaboration using Microsoft 365. We kick things off with a spirited discussion on popular productivity methodologies like 'Eat That Frog' and becoming a 'Productivity Ninja'. Then, we take a deep dive into our top tips for harnessing the full potential of M365 applications. Discover how to streamline your tasks using Planner, manage documents seamlessly for better collaboration, and leverage Viva Insights to not just boost your productivity but also safeguard your wellbeing. Whether you're coordinating in-person meetings or managing your status and time, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you work smarter.
Tune in and transform the way you tackle your workday with confidence and ease!
In this episode, we're unraveling the mysteries of the latest Microsoft 365: Loop. Join us as we equip you with all the essential details to transform from a Loop novice to a Loop legend. From decoding its core components - Loop, Pages, Tables, and Components - to exploring its seamless integration within the M365 suite, we've got you covered.
Prepare to dive deep into how Microsoft Loop revolutionises collaboration, elevates productivity, and ignites team synergy. Unlock insider tips for maximising its sharing features, turbocharging your search capabilities, and seamlessly integrating it into your daily workflow.
Join us as we explore the innovative world of Copilot, diving into its various versions, standout features, and the benefits they bring. Consider this episode your guide to integrating Copilot seamlessly into your organisation, equipped with essential tips on data governance and organisation-wide templates.
Learn how to interact with Copilot effectively, steering clear of common mistakes, and uncover its potential across applications like Teams, Loop, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. We're here to provide practical insights and examples to help you and your team get the most out of Copilot.
As we journey through Copilot's capabilities, we'll share real success stories that highlight how it can boost your productivity and creativity. And because every adventure has its challenges, we'll tackle the hurdles and limitations of Copilot head-on, offering thoughtful suggestions for navigating these and looking ahead at future improvements.
Whether you're just starting with Copilot or looking to deepen your expertise, this episode promises a candid and informative discussion on making the most of Copilot's innovative features.
In today's digital age, security has become even more important, especially with the wealth of data residing in Microsoft 365. In this episode of the Adopt 365 podcast, we're immersing ourselves in the dynamic realm of Microsoft 365 security. Join Barry, Anthony, and Megan as they unravel the critical pillars of security and discuss:
Our experts will walk you through the considerations, processes, and their top recommendations for each of these critical security areas. Tune in and bolster your defences in the ever-evolving digital landscape!
Let's talk about the elephant in the modern working room - meetings! We totally get it; the struggle is real. From the endless email threads to find a suitable time, to the dreaded lack of agendas, and the constant hunt for long-lost meeting minutes. Ugh, it can be exhausting!
But hold on, don't lose hope just yet. We've got some exciting news to share! There are incredible features, best practices, and nifty applications that can transform the way you handle meetings. In our latest episode of the Adopt 365 podcast, we're diving deep into the secrets of simplifying meeting management and ensuring every meeting is a productive powerhouse from start to finish.
Tired of unproductive meetings? Ready to reignite your enthusiasm for them? Tune in today and discover the magic that'll make your meetings a breeze!
Get ready to dive into the dynamic world of successful hybrid working strategies with hosts Barry and Megan on the latest episode of the Adopt 365 podcast. In this engaging conversation, they are joined by special guests Sam and Reuben from the Institute of Physics Publishing, who bring their expertise and insights to the table. Together, they explore the concept of the modern workplace and delve into the key aspects that drive effective modern working. From leveraging technology to fostering collaboration and ensuring employee engagement, they share practical tips and valuable advice to help organisations navigate the hybrid work landscape. In addition, Sam and Ben share their own experiences and lessons learned from their recent modern working journey. Their real-world examples provide valuable insights and inspiration for listeners who are embarking on their own modern working transformation.
Tune in to this enlightening episode and gain valuable knowledge and strategies to unlock the full potential of hybrid working in your organisation.
Is your Teams environment becoming overwhelming and chaotic? Don't worry, we've got you covered. In this episode of Adopt 365, hosted by Barry, Anthony, and Megan, we delve into organising your Microsoft Teams environment.
We cover a range of topics to help you streamline your Teams environment and keep it organised, including naming conventions, managing permissions, using tags, communication habits, and keeping files organised.
We also discuss the importance of providing training and support to your team members and encouraging consistent use of features to avoid creating duplicate or redundant content. As if that's not enough, we also explore how automation tools, like Power Automate, can help streamline workflows and reduce the risk of errors and confusion.
Tune in to our podcast to learn our top tips for improving your Microsoft Teams environment and making it work for you and your organisation.
Copilot is set to be the latest addition to Microsoft 365. This AI-powered tool will unlock your creativity, increase productivity and elevate your skills to the next level.
It really is something to talk about, so join us for the latest episode of the Adopt 365 podcast. We explore the benefits of Copilot, any reservations we may have, and also provide tips on how to prepare for this exciting new technology.
Tune in to learn more about how Copilot can help you and your organisation achieve greater success.
Join the hosts of Adopt 365 as they delve into the topic of Microsoft 365 Maturity. In this episode, Barry, Megan and Anthony discuss what this is by looking at their 365 Maturity model.
During this engaging and informative discussion, the hosts share their insights and expertise on topics including training, standardisation, user experience, productivity, security, and more. They provide valuable guidance on what it takes to achieve a high level of maturity in your Microsoft 365 adoption and how you can leverage it to optimise your organisation's productivity and collaboration.
As an added bonus, they introduce the 365 Maturity Scorecard. This powerful assessment tool enables you to evaluate your organisation's level of maturity, identify its strengths and weaknesses, and develop a roadmap for your digital transformation journey.
Whether you're an IT professional or a business leader, if you're looking for guidance on your Microsoft 365 journey and want to take concrete steps towards achieving your desired level of maturity, then tune in to this episode of Adopt 365.
Looking to take your Microsoft 365 journey to the next level? Take the first step and use our 365 Maturity Scorecard assessment tool and click here.
It can be difficult keeping up that’s for sure. Of course, the Microsoft 365 Roadmap gives you the newest updates on their best-in-class productivity apps and intelligent cloud services. But a quick check on it right now shows that they have 451 updates in development and 141 rolling out! How can you stay on top of all this?
Simple. Let our Microsoft experts do it for you. In the latest episode of the Adopt 365 podcast, Barry, Anthony and Megan discuss the new features in the Microsoft 365 Roadmap that they are most excited to see in 2023.
Don’t miss it. Tune in to discover the best that’s coming from Microsoft this year.
To check out the Microsoft Roadmap yourself, click here.
2022 has been a big year for new Microsoft 365 features. In fact, it’s even hard to remember everything that’s been introduced.
So it’s time for ComputerWorld’s Barry, Anthony and Megan to review the last 12 months. They’re going to recap their favourite and best features from the past year, tell you how they’ve helped and why you should use them.
Microsoft's latest Workplace Index states that, 'now more than ever, positive business outcomes depend on positive people outcomes'. So what does this mean for the future of hybrid working – and your organisation?
In this latest Adopt 365 podcast, ComputerWorld’s Barry and Jen review the top five trends from Microsoft's Workplace Index Report 2022 and explore what businesses can do to balance employee expectations with business success.
It helps you get to grips with these trends in the new hybrid working environment:
‘Do more, with less’. This was the key message from Microsoft Ignite 2022 that came with announcements of new features, applications and updates. It’s a good message, isn’t it? That’s what we’re all trying to do.
In this episode, Barry, Anthony and Megan round up the biggest announcements from the event. They chat about how this message can be put into action using Microsoft’s latest tech.
Tune in to see if there are any gems you can take back to your team.
With so many applications included within the Microsoft 365 suite, it can be difficult to know what each application does and when to use it. In this episode of the Adopt 365 podcast we discuss the top five applications within Microsoft 365 that are often underutilized and overlooked. We discuss what each application is, why we recommend you explore it and some example use cases of how it can be used.
The applications discussed are:
Microsoft Inspire is Microsoft’s annual partner event where Microsoft announce new features, applications and updates. The key message from this year's event was 'do more, with less' and throughout the event, the sessions demonstrated and explained how Microsoft can make this possible.
In this episode of the Adopt 365 podcast, Barry and Megan are joined by Daniel and James from Arrow to discuss the biggest workspace announcements from Microsoft Inspire 2022. Throughout the episode, the panel summarise the announcements and discuss the impact this will have on businesses today and in the future as the way we work continues to evolve.
Throughout the episode we discuss:
Hybrid working is here to stay. Many organisations are looking to transform their offices to support the future of hybrid working and hybrid meetings. However, the journey of creating the modern office and implementing technology, like Microsoft Teams Rooms can throw some unexpected curve balls.
In this episode of the Adopt 365 podcast, we explore the lived experiences of implementing Microsoft Teams Rooms and creating the modern office for hybrid working. Throughout this episode we discuss:
In this episode of the Adopt 365 podcast, we were joined by a special guest, Mark Smith from Milsted Langdon.
There are many different options within Microsoft 365 when it comes to file management. This often causes confusion regarding where to save and find files. This episode of the Adopt 365 podcast will demystify the options and will give you recommendations and considerations for storing, managing and finding your files within Microsoft 365.
During the episode, we discuss:
This episode of the Adopt 365 podcast focuses on the future of the Metaverse. Together, Barry, Anthony and Megan discuss their opinions on what opportunities the Metaverse can bring to everyday work now and in the future. From completely immersing yourself in Virtual Reality through Microsoft Mesh or simply using devices for assisted reality, it seems the possibilities are endless; however, the question we are all asking is 'how will this shape the future of work?'
Technologies discussed in this podcast include:
Listen to find out more.
On this episode of the Adopt 365 Podcast, we cover the often-overlooked features of Microsoft 365, that will help you and your colleagues be more productive.
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