Blog Topic: Microsoft Licensing

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 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

Teams Is Back in the Bundle: What Microsoft’s Latest Change Means for You

Microsoft is bringing Teams back to Microsoft 365 and Office 365 bundles starting November 1, 2025. See what’s changing and how HBS can guide you through every update.

Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing, Microsoft Teams

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

Windows 2012 R2 End of Life

Learn the risks and solutions for Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 and SQL Server 2012 end of life. Explore your options to stay secure and compliant.

Azure, End of Life Software, Licensing, Microsoft Licensing, SQL, Windows

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

Microsoft Licensing Review: Clarity, Compliance, Cost Savings

A Microsoft licensing review helps optimize costs, close compliance gaps and build a smarter IT roadmap with expert guidance.

Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing

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

What’s Changing in Microsoft Licensing This Fall: Business Central Price Increases, End of Life Deadlines & More

Prepare for upcoming Microsoft licensing changes, including Business Central price increases, end-of-support deadlines for key products, and on-prem price hikes. Learn what your options are.

Azure, Business Central, End of Life Software, Microsoft Licensing

Microsoft EA vs CSP: Which Licensing Model is Best for You?

Struggling to choose between Microsoft Enterprise Agreements (EA) or a Cloud Solution Provider (CSP)? Compare the benefits, costs, and flexibility of each.

Licensing, Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing

Windows 10 Education End of Life: Time Is Running Out

Windows 10 support ends on Oct. 14, 2025. Learn how schools can assess device compatibility, explore upgrade options, and take advantage of Microsoft’s ESUs.

End of Life Software, Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing, Windows

Microsoft Power BI and Teams Phone Price Increases

Microsoft Power BI and Teams Phone prices increase on April 1, 2025. Learn what's changing, who's affected, and how to prepare and lock in savings.

Microsoft, Microsoft Licensing, Productivity

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