I'm excited to share a blog post about my recent presentation to the South Manchester Business Networking Group. The focus was on unveiling the lesser-known yet powerful Microsoft 365 apps that many businesses already have but might not be leveraging to their full potential.
365 Business Package
It’s fascinating to see the growing awareness among business owners about the extensive suite of apps they already have access to through their Microsoft 365 subscriptions. Many are surprised to learn that beyond the well-known applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, there’s a whole other world of productivity tools at their fingertips.
SMBA – South Manchester Business Association
SMBA is a business breakfast networking club located in the center of Altrincham, meeting every Wednesday. It’s about building relationships, sharing knowledge, and creating opportunities that benefit all members. At SMBA, they understand that the strength of a business lies in the connections it makes. You can find more information about upcoming events here.
Apps That Deserve Your Attention
These tools are designed to enhance productivity and can be pivotal in driving business growth. However, it’s not uncommon for business owners to be unaware that they are already licensed for these powerful products. This lack of awareness can mean they’re missing out on leveraging these tools to their full potential. It’s crucial for businesses to explore and utilize these apps to stay competitive and efficient in the digital landscape.
Microsoft Bookings
Integrated with the Microsoft 365 calendar, Bookings helps avoid double-booking and makes scheduling meetings with customers more straightforward.
Microsoft Forms
An easy-to-use app for creating custom surveys, polls, and quizzes to capture the information you need.
Microsoft Lists
This app helps track information and organize work, allowing for better event, issue, and asset management.
Microsoft Sway
A digital storytelling app perfect for creating interactive reports, presentations, newsletters, and more. It’s used by companies like M&S for internal staff training on Microsoft 365
Microsoft Planner
A task management app that allows teams to create plans, assign tasks, and track progress. It integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint for enhanced collaboration.
Microsoft OneNote
A digital note-taking app that provides a single place for keeping all your notes, research, plans, and information.
Microsoft Publisher
Although planned for discontinuation in October 2026, Publisher is a desktop publishing application that focuses on page layout and design.
Microsoft Loop
Loop is a versatile app designed to enhance team collaboration and organization.
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As we continue to navigate the digital transformation, it’s essential to explore and embrace these tools that can make a significant impact on our daily operations and long-term success.
For more details on how these apps can benefit your business, check get in touch and discover the untapped potential within your Microsoft 365 subscription.