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Project Manager at Atelier Visual C.A
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We evaluated using Google Docs but we are Microsoft users, and for that reason, we decided to continue with their tools.

What is our primary use case?

It is an indispensable tool in the planning of architectural projects, it allows us to organize and manage the stages of the project, process metric calculations and gives vivid memories of the work. Having all the office tools integrated and online facilitates us to share and edit the information from different equipment and devices.

How has it helped my organization?

  • It is effortless to implement which ensures the whole team can handle the tools without problem, both the most used, like Word and Excel to make simple documents, and others like PowerPoint for the presentation of architectural projects to customers.  
  • It also supports using Skype for remote meetings without major problems, asides being able to support cloud storage which is very useful.

What is most valuable?

  • From my personal use, I have found using OneNote indispensable, very often I use it during the day for important reminders and scheduled tasks. Its latest versions have greatly improved its efficiency and usefulness at the fact of being able to insert images into the notes.
  • Skype is also very useful for making video calls to architects who are on site for urgent adjustments.

What needs improvement?

  • I am very disappointed that this version does not include the Microsoft Project tool, which is essential in our area of ​​work to plan projects. 
  • Outlook has always left me unhappy with its interfaces, although it has improved in its latest updates.
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For how long have I used the solution?

Less than one year.

How are customer service and support?

We have not experienced major problems with the program, some of the errors were solved using tutorials in the network.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We used the traditional desktop version but decided to change to the Microsoft 365 Business version since it offers the opportunity to work online and share the information efficiently, which is much more useful.

How was the initial setup?

It was really simple.

What about the implementation team?

It was implemented internally in the project planning department.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It is a reasonable and acceptable value for the utility and functions that it incorporates.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We evaluated using Google Docs but we are Microsoft users, and for that reason, we decided to continue with their tools.

What other advice do I have?

It is advisable to have a basic knowledge of traditional office tools to be able to get the most out of it.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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reviewer1680246 - PeerSpot reviewer
Chief Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Real User
Uses a standard file format, simple to use and deploy, and has reasonable support
Pros and Cons
  • "The most valuable feature of this solution, in my opinion, is its simplicity."
  • "Pricing is something they could improve in general."

What is our primary use case?

We use Microsoft 365 Business for business applications, such as PowerPoint, Exel, Word, and Outlook.

What is most valuable?

The most valuable feature of this solution, in my opinion, is its simplicity. It is a standard file format that is simple to deploy and exchange files with other users.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft 365 Business for a year. It's fairly new.

We are using the latest version.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have 80 people in our organization who use this solution.

How are customer service and support?

I personally have not contacted technical support. The backend team may have reached out to the support team.

How was the initial setup?

As a cloud-based solution, the installation process is quite straightforward.

Similar to the OS, you can spend a couple of days doing the front end, and for each machine, it takes a few hours.

What about the implementation team?

We have a backend team to deploy and maintain this solution.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Pricing is something they could improve in general.

Licensing fees are paid annually.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to others who are interested in using it.

I am very happy with the product.

I would rate Microsoft 365 Business a ten out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Founder at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Real User
A scalable solution with good tech support
Pros and Cons
  • "I feel the solution to be scalable."
  • "The user interface could be better."

What is our primary use case?

As the solution is cloud-based, we always use the latest version.

We typically use the Office tools, Office Suite.

What needs improvement?

The monthly license of the solution is quite expensive. 

The user experience part in the app could be better.

Sometimes I don't understand the relation between OneDrive and SharePoint that well. It's difficult. 

The user interface could also stand improvement. 

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using Microsoft 365 Business for four years.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I feel the solution to be scalable. 

How are customer service and technical support?

We used tech support a couple of times and found it to be okay. 

How was the initial setup?

As the solution is cloud-based, there is no installation involved. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The solution comes with a monthly license. It is on the expensive side. 

What other advice do I have?

There are ten users making use of the solution in our organization. 

I would recommend it to others. 

I rate Microsoft 365 Business as an eight out of ten. 

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Data & AI expert at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
A premium office solution with a valuable backup feature in OneDrive
Pros and Cons
  • "The most useful thing about it is Microsoft OneDrive. It helps me back up everything on my laptop. If I lose my laptop, I can confidently buy a new one and get back my previous work files. I like the Microsoft Office package, Microsoft Word, presentation, and Excel. I like that it is very easy to use, especially for a Mac user. They have a very big community, and whenever I get stuck or have questions, I just ask Google, and then I get the answer immediately."
  • "It would be better if they seamlessly integrated with Macs. Because I have two laptops, and whenever I open one file in Windows laptop, and then I open the same file in my Macbook, the user interface is not consistent. Certain functions can run on Windows, but another function cannot, but it runs on the Mac."

What is our primary use case?

I use Microsoft 365 Business for my daily business.

What is most valuable?

The most useful thing about it is Microsoft OneDrive. It helps me back up everything on my laptop. If I lose my laptop, I can confidently buy a new one and get back my previous work files. I like the Microsoft Office package, Microsoft Word, presentation, and Excel. 

I like that it is very easy to use, especially for a Mac user. They have a very big community, and whenever I get stuck or have questions, I just ask Google, and then I get the answer immediately.

What needs improvement?

It would be better if they seamlessly integrated with Macs. Because I have two laptops, and whenever I open one file in Windows laptop, and then I open the same file in my Macbook, the user interface is not consistent. Certain functions can run on Windows, but another function cannot, but it runs on the Mac.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft 365 Business for nearly ten years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Microsoft 365 Business is totally stable.

How was the initial setup?

It is easy to install—just one click. It did not take long to deploy. I think it is quite fast or maybe because my laptop is the modern one, it took less than five minutes.

What about the implementation team?

I implemented this solution by myself.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to other users.

On a scale from one to ten, I would give Microsoft 365 Business a nine.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Information Technology Security Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Real User
Interface adequate, easy to use, and scalable
Pros and Cons
  • "I have been using Microsoft Office for a long time since I was young. This solution is very similar and is easy to use, and the interface is adequate."
  • "In the next release of this solution, there is a need to improve the integration with other platforms."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution for email, to make a document or a spreadsheet, these type of usages.

What is most valuable?

I have been using Microsoft Office for a long time since I was young. This solution is very similar and is easy to use, and the interface is adequate.

What needs improvement?

In the next release of this solution, there is a need to improve the integration with other platforms.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution for one year.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I have not had an issue with the solution not being stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is able to be scaled. I have approximately 500 people using the solution in my company.

How was the initial setup?

The installation was straightforward.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I have heard the solution is a little expensive and there is a licence needed.

What other advice do I have?

We plan on using the solution in the future and I would recommend it to others.

I rate Microsoft 365 Business a nine out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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reviewer2296746 - PeerSpot reviewer
Works at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Real User
Helps to do daily work but pricing is expensive
Pros and Cons
  • "I use the solution for my daily work."
  • "Microsoft 365 Business needs to improve its price."

What is our primary use case?

I use the solution for my daily work. 

What needs improvement?

Microsoft 365 Business needs to improve its price. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the product since March. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Microsoft 365 Business' stability a ten out of ten. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

My company has 14 users for Microsoft 365 Business. 

How was the initial setup?

The tool's deployment is easy. 

What about the implementation team?

The product's deployment can be done by yourself. 

What other advice do I have?

I rate the solution a ten out of ten. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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