Blog Topic: Microsoft 365

Enhance Your SharePoint Intranet with Microsoft Viva Connections

Discover how Microsoft Viva Connections enhances SharePoint by making vital content accessible in Teams with personalized feeds and customizable dashboards.

Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams

Major Changes Coming to Microsoft 365 Pricing in 2026

Microsoft 365 pricing changes take effect July 1, 2026. See what’s increasing, what features are coming, and how HBS helps you plan your licensing and renewals.

Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Microsoft to Begin Deleting Unlicensed OneDrive for Business Accounts

Microsoft Will Delete Unlicensed OneDrive Accounts Starting in 2026 Microsoft will delete unlicensed OneDrive for Business accounts after 365 days of unpaid storage. Learn what triggers deletion, what compliance rules no longer protect you, and what steps to take before the deadline.

Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Copilot Cowork Now Generally Available

Microsoft Copilot Cowork is now generally available. Learn how usage-based billing works, what happens after July 1, 2026, and what admins should know.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

SharePoint Skills: Teach AI in SharePoint to Work the Same Way Your Team Does

AI in SharePoint can already create pages, organize libraries, and answer questions in plain language. Capture a multi-step workflow once and let your whole team run it on demand, with your standards already built in.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft 365, Microsoft SharePoint

The Workflows Agent: No-Code Automation Built Into Microsoft 365 Copilot

The Workflows agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot turns a plain-language description into a working automation across Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Planner. No code, no connectors.

AI, Copilot, Development, Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Business Premium Gets Stronger: Renamed Suites and New Security & Compliance Add-Ons for SMBs

Microsoft 365 Business Premium now includes new Defender and Purview add-ons, bringing enterprise-grade security and compliance to SMBs.

Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing, Security

How Managed SaaS Security Solves Your SaaS Monitoring Problem

Discover how Managed SaaS Security provides continuous monitoring, threat detection, and robust protection for your SaaS applications.

Google, Managed Services, Microsoft 365, SaaS, Security

Navigating Microsoft’s New Office 365 Storage Limits for Education Customers

Learn about Microsoft's changes to storage limits for educational tenants in Office 365. Prepare for shared storage allocation and optimize your IT strategy.

Education, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Schools

Office 365 A1 Plus Retirement: What You Need to Know and How to Navigate It

Microsoft is retiring Office 365 A1 Plus in phases through 2025. Learn what this means for students, faculty, and your next steps.

Education, Licensing, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing, Schools

Best Microsoft Copilot Prompts—And How to Write Them

Write effective Microsoft Copilot prompts with examples for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and more. Boost accuracy and productivity today.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft 365

Microsoft Office 365 Security Best Practices and Recommendations

Secure your Microsoft 365 with our guide. Implement multi-factor authentication, conditional access policies, and detect suspicious activities.

Audits, Authentication, MFA, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Security

Microsoft 365 Copilot’s New Flexible Billing Option

Microsoft Copilot has a new flexible billing, offering monthly payments for annual commitments. Simplify licensing with HBS and unlock AI-powered productivity.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

What is the Benefit of Following a SharePoint Site?

Explain to your team how following SharePoint sites enhances file management, search results, file transfers, and navigation.

Collaboration, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft 365 Copilot Update Wave 2: What’s New

Features of Microsoft Copilot Wave 2, including Copilot Pages, Python in Excel, and customizable Copilot Agents. Boost productivity and enhance collaboration.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft, Microsoft 365

Making Sense of Microsoft Teams Meeting Types

Not sure which Microsoft Teams meeting type to use? Learn the differences between Meetings, Webinars, and Live Events to choose the right one for your needs.

Collaboration, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams

Your Most Efficient Workspace Yet: What’s New in the Teams Update

Microsoft Teams’ latest update unifies chats and channels, adds threaded conversations, custom sections, and filters—all designed to keep you focused.

Collaboration, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams

Why Are You Paying for Two Phone Systems?

Most Microsoft 365 users are one decision away from a truly unified communications platform. Here’s how Teams Phone closes the gap—and what migration actually looks like.

Communication, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams

Microsoft 365 Business Standard vs. Business Premium: Is It Time to Upgrade

Comparing Microsoft 365 Business Standard vs. Business Premium? Here's how to know when upgrading makes sense, and why the security math alone decides it for you.

Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Microsoft 365 E7: Putting AI Agents to Work

Microsoft 365 E7 combines Copilot, Agent 365, Entra Suite, and E5 security into one governed platform.

AI, Copilot, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Microsoft Extended Service Terms: What’s Changed for Your Next Renewal

Microsoft’s Extended Service Term changes how annual cloud subscriptions renew. Learn what’s changing, what it means for your budget, and how HBS prepares clients before surprises hit.

Licensing, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Expanded Access to Microsoft 365 E5 Security and Compliance Add-Ons

Microsoft just expanded eligibility for E5 Security and E5 Compliance add-ons—no full E5 license required. Here’s what’s new and how to get started.

Licensing, Microsoft, Microsoft 365

Microsoft Secure Score: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Improve Yours

Learn what Microsoft Secure Score is, how it works, what a good score looks like, practical ways to improve it. Tips, tools, and managed security options.

Authentication, Cybersecurity, Microsoft, Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1 Grants Are Going Away—Now What?

Microsoft is ending its Business Premium and Office 365 E1 nonprofit grants after July 1, 2025—what’s changing, how it may impact you, and how HBS can help.

Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Microsoft Specializations: What They Really Mean for You

Microsoft Specializations are much more than badges—they’re proof your partner will deliver results.

Azure, Collaboration, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Security

24 Microsoft Teams Tips and Tricks to Help You Get the Most Out of Messaging and Meetings

24 Microsoft tips and tricks to unlock more of Microsoft Teams’ potential to Improve your productivity and streamline your communication.

Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams

Navigating Microsoft’s CSP Licensing Price Increases

Microsoft's 5% price increase for CSP annual subscriptions with monthly billing begins April 1, 2025. Manage costs and optimize your Microsoft licenses now.

Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing