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Teams in today's modern workplace are often multi-office or even multi-continent affairs. As a result, team cohesion can challenge the best managers. In this Forbes article, "Creating world-class collaboration in a global team," learn how Kim DeLine, the COO for Elevate K-12, engages a distributed workforce in her role at the leading live streaming company in the education field. With Microsoft Teams, you can connect across geographical and organization boundaries, run status updates and team building with remote workers via a cloud-based meeting solution, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing. See how important it is to explain the "why" with a multi-cultural office and encourage an understanding of purpose during times of change. Read More...

This quick start guide is full of information to help you make the most of Microsoft Teams. With this tool, your employees have a shared workspace for conversations, files, and meetings. Everyone can be more engaged and effective, even when working remotely. Review this guide to access actionable tips for better connection, collaboration, and productivity. View: Get started with Microsoft Teams quick start

This video interview with John Hamm, Assistant VP of Information Services at Texas Children's Hospital, shows how HPE PointNext helps the hospital drive digital transformation and improve the quality of care.

This Microsoft eBook goes into detail about key tools and strategies to help customers overcome blockers and improve collaboration using Microsoft Teams. These tips can easily be adapted and applied to remote work. Suggestions include streamlining tools and apps, making virtual meetings more efficient, and improving version control. View: Unblocking Teamwork: four tools and strategies to improve collaboration

Did you know that having resources available in Microsoft Teamwork solutions reduces downtime by 15%? The benefit to your company productivity can be huge. Want to propel your business forward and change the way your team communicates? Subscribe now to learn how you can change the way your team works together. View: Don't miss another post! Subscribe now.

When it comes to determining the right technology for your school, there is a lot to consider. This flyer helps prospects understand the whole picture including the costs, benefits and the additional free, learning tools Microsoft offers. At the bottom of the flyer there is space to include your company logo, a brief description of how you can support onboarding new technology, and a link to your website. View: Get Help Putting Technology in Your School

This flyer highlights some of the key features in Microsoft Teams that allow customers to stay connected, collaborate, and increase productivity—all in one place. The flyer also offers ideas on how customers can use Teams to make remote work more efficient and even fun. View: Introducing Microsoft Teams: empowering remote work

April, a sales rep, is looking to grow her company's Midwest customer base. See how she starts her day finding a lead in Microsoft Teams and then uses Dynamics and Power BI to dig out connections that turn that lead into an opportunity. By 5pm she now has a new resource to amp up more sales opportunities in the region. Check out this infographic to see what deal building looks like with Microsoft Teams! View: A day in the life - sales with Microsoft Teams

Clifton Coffee Roasters (CCR) is a popular coffee company that profited from the recent boom in café culture. As Clifton Coffee Roasters' business grew, so did the company leaders' ambitions. They credit digital business and communication tools from Microsoft with helping them to grow and scale their business. Now, they provide additional services like technical support and delivery service to coffee shops across the UK. Check out this video to see how Clifton Coffee Roasters upgraded their teamwork strategy to grow their business.

This report outlines the main challenges and concerns facing IT and provides a blueprint for achieving consumption-based IT with on-premises infrastructure. View: IaaS Blueprint Guide - Consume and Operate IT as a Service

Use this educational eBook to learn how Microsoft and Google compare in six areas where they are working to support schools in improving student outcomes. Both companies endorse the development of STEM skills, provide tools and training for teachers, offer affordable pricing, and work to ensure student privacy and security. See how Microsoft takes school technology solutions one step further and learn how Microsoft Education is a good fit for your school. This eBook enables prospects to get a quick glance at the benefits both companies provide through their products and then help them to evaluate the best tools for their needs. View: How Microsoft and Google Measure Up in the Classroom

This article offers nine ways to create a workspace and routine to make working from home a more joyful, sustainable experience. Suggestions range from self-care to workspace set up to breaks. Read the article for all the ideas. Read More...

Reasons why Infosec is a good job for prior law enforcement:    1. The ability to articulate    Summarizing your probable cause for 4 felony charges based off of one DUI stop into one sentence is a skill that takes years to master, and can transfer well into other fields. The complex, technical nature of cyber investigations demand this ability, and it is sorely lacking in the technical workers in the industry.    2. Report writing for an investigation    This goes hand-in-hand with the previous point, but reporting your findings in a logical manner is another skill that's highly valued. The first time I documented my findings from a phishing attack our organization had fought, my manager read it while yelling, "THIS IS SECURITY PORN!!!"    No, it's just a report detailing the incident. But that's such a foreign concept that's so highly valued, it's easily worth close to 6 figures, if not more.    3. Slowing your roll    We'

By 2025, 75% of the workforce will be comprised of Millennials. What are you doing to modernize your workplace? Today, the answers are increasingly nuanced, characterized by a cycle of changes in the workplace. After a revolution in the workplace spurred by technology, companies are finding that a balanced approach may be the most effective. Explore this article to learn more. Read More...

100,000,000 identities attacked per month. Subscribe today and contact us to learn more about protecting your organization at the front door and simplifying access with secure single sign-on, multi-factor authentication and risk-based conditional access. #Microsoft365 #security View: Don't miss another post! Subscribe now.

Illustration of fact revealing 62% of small businesses lack the in-house skills to address security issues.

The implementation of technology in schools supports personalized learning and drives student-centered outcomes. However, it also broadens the school's digital landscape, which can make schools a target for cyberattacks. In fact, 60 percent of US K-12 data breaches in 2018 included student data. What's more, schools are filled with inquisitive minds and students and teachers often use any available technology to fulfill their learning needs. This further opens the door to breaches through unsecured apps and devices. As a result, many schools choose to automate their defenses against outside threats through intelligent technology. Share this eBook with your prospects to educate them on the steps they can take to protect their schools with the adoption of intelligent technology. View: 3 Keys to Security and Compliance for Your School

Microsoft Threat Experts is an additional layer of expertise and optics Microsoft customers can utilize in Microsoft 365 to augment security operations.

Microsoft Threat Experts is an additional layer of expertise and optics Microsoft customers can utilize in Microsoft 365 to augment security operations.

With its global client base increasing, Think Up Consulting needed to improve its remote working capabilities. Its VPN-based system sometimes made it difficult for employees to remotely access files. And without a centralized platform, employees wasted time switching between disparate systems. But with Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business, Think Up created a unified solution, increased productivity and security, improved efficacy, and reduced costs. Think Up Consulting empowers its employees to achieve more together. We can help you increase your global client base. Contact us to learn more.

High school and middle school aged students need the right tools to help prepare them for their next phase in life. Empower students with the latest technology and help inspire their creativity, communication and collaboration. Windows 10 devices start at the affordable price of $219 and come with free access to Microsoft Office 365 Education—supporting and nurturing the learning styles of every student. Customize this flyer and share through your social media channels. View: Stretch your Budget with Classroom-Ready Devices

This video shows how a global leader in marketing communications uses Microsoft Teams to increase collaboration across their entire organization. Teams helps them create a global, modern workplace so the company can innovate at the speed of culture. With this tool, they can stay connected and easily collaborate across different geographies.

We know that connection with colleagues is vital, especially during this time of increased isolation. Many educators are eager for more time brainstorming, sharing ideas, and fueling their passions through their work in Professional Learning Communities. In this video, we cover how to meet now with fellow teachers, schedule meetings for later, and record meeting notes. Have you ever been typing back and forth with someone and wish you could just talk with them in person instead? With Teams, you can quickly do that with the click of one button: Meet now. If you record your meetings, they can be saved within the respective channel so absent members can easily find and view later. Teams makes it easy for educators to continue or create new Professional Learning Communities. Watch this video to learn more about PLC capabilities in Teams.

What steps have you taken to create an internal team of security champions to support your security strategy? The idea is to create "front-line support". @iiamit writes, "These advocates know their businesses better than any of my security engineers could, and they are deeply embedded in their organization's culture. And, as a result, they can provide the best context for security decisions. Our role is to equip them with our services and security expertise." Read More...

In hypercompetitive business environments, a high-functioning IT organization is a meaningful competitive advantage. In this study, IDC looks at 9 strategies the most advanced enterprises have in common including operating IT as a service-driven organization. Review it for an understanding of the critical role IT can play in improving top-line revenue, driving innovation and delighting customers. View: IDC InfoBrief: Accelerating Digital Transformation 9 IT Strategies That Work

With the COVID-19 outbreak turning a massive amount of the global workforce to remote work, everyone is adjusting to meetings, chatting, and collaborating exclusively online. This blog post shares the top tips from the team behind Teams on how to make working from home productive and healthy. Read More...

Microsoft 365 and the intelligent cloud can help you protect, detect and respond to today's modern security landscape. As a fully integrated, end-to-end solution, Microsoft 365 helps you address new risks and opportunities and drive digital transformation to empower everyone from the executive office to first-line workers. Contact us to get started today! View: Is your company secure?

$1.1 million was saved by those using Windows 10 as a result of reduced productivity impact of malware infections. This Forrester Consulting study, commissioned by Microsoft, examines the Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 10 security features. Windows 10 provides a completely integrated solution, which impacts overall security and minimizes use of system resources. Check out the full study to learn more about Windows 10 features to better understand the benefits, costs, and risks associated with this investment with GingerSec. View: Cost Savings and Business Benefits Enabled by Windows 10 Security Features

This graphic highlights a quote from a security professional, describing how a threat moved through the network encrypting files.

This video is a quick tutorial on how to use the meeting features in Microsoft Teams.

70% of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) reinvest saved money into their business thanks to the cloud. Simplify the process of keeping devices up to date while saving time, reducing costs, and gaining control. Check out this infographic--which shows industry trends, pain points, and proof points--to learn why and how. And to find the right Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business solution for your business to reduce costs, contact our team at GingerSec. View: Reduce costs with Windows and Office

70% of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) reinvest saved money into their business thanks to the cloud. Simplify the process of keeping devices up to date while saving time, reducing costs, and gaining control. Check out this infographic--which shows industry trends, pain points, and proof points--to learn why and how. And to find the right Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business solution for your business to reduce costs, contact our team at GingerSec. View: Reduce costs with Windows and Office

In this infographic, HPE Pointnext addresses common digital transformation questions, touching om the priorities of various decision makers and the value of working with an HPE partner. View: Contemplating Digital Transformation

During this uncertain time, it's increasingly important for people to take care of their mental health. This article from Fast Company offers suggestions to maintain mental health while working remotely. Tips range from acknowledging the impact to streamlining work, and more. Read More...

As you embrace the opportunities presented by cloud and mobile computing to connect with customers and optimize operations, you take on new risks. Subscribe now to stay informed on digital transformation challenges and how GingerSec can help ensure security, privacy & compliance with Microsoft 365. View: Don't miss another post! Subscribe now.

Employees save four hours each week with improved collaboration and information sharing, according to Forrester's Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Teams. Microsoft Teams puts everything organizations need into one place. Everything from chats, meetings, calling, and Microsoft 365 Business apps are brought together to make faster, more informed decisions in a single, intelligent hub. With Teams, every type of worker can be empowered to contribute their voice and take shared accountability for business outcomes. Read this blog to learn more and contact us at GingerSec to get started today. Read More...

It's easy to meet through Microsoft Teams. You can invite others to meet right now, or you can schedule a future meeting through the calendar tab. Participants can take notes, invite others, share content, and even record the meeting for team members to watch later. After each meeting, all the notes, recordings, shared files, and conversations are available for future reference. Teams takes the stress out of scheduling, organizing and recording meetings, so you can focus on content and collaboration. Even better, Office 365 and Teams A1 is free to educators right now!

This graphic highlights research showing the average cost of a data breach for an SMB is $120K.

What teacher doesn't want to save time and simplify their daily routine? Use this insightful customer video to provide time-saving tips with Windows 10 shortcuts. Take quick screenshots, easily access the Windows Ink Workspace, and display student and teacher content—all on the same screen. This less-than-two minute video seamlessly addresses common pain points and frustrations. Your customers can easily comment, like, and re-share on their social media.

This infographic provides helpful guidance on how to be productive and maintain healthy boundaries while working from home. View: Remote working checklist

Microsoft 365 unified endpoint management (UEM) is the most secure, flexible approach to managing Windows 10 and other mobile devices in your modern workplace. Combining the strengths of Microsoft Intune and System Center Configuration Manager, it is the simplest way to cloud-connect your existing management infrastructure and reduce overall complexity, empowering end user productivity and enhancing device security. Contact us to learn how you can keep your data and employees' mobile devices secure with Microsoft 365.

Brand strategy and change management firm, Think Up Consulting, has saved nearly $14,000, with more savings on the horizon, with Microsoft Teams. They've replaced several applications with Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business, which feature a wide range of productivity tools. With modern technologies, Think Up has significantly improved efficiency and reduced costs. Want to have cost savings like Think Up? Contact us at GingerSec to learn more.

Student-centered opportunities and experiences help students get in touch with who they want to be and what they want to accomplish in the world. However, these approaches to learning are high in demand, but also low in supply. What's more, school districts today are challenged with accommodating a wide variety of students with different learning abilities. Fortunately, Windows 10 devices help students, of all skill levels, collaborate, communicate, and express their creativity. Use this gated eBook to demonstrate how Windows 10 devices help enhance students' stake in the learning process. Customers will learn about successful, district-wide implementations where schools took a data-driven approach to drive greater learning outcomes. View: 3 real-life lessons in transforming learning with technology

This video is a quick introduction on how to use Microsoft Teams. The tutorial highlights such features as channels, chat, calls, and files. Watch this video to see how Teams can help your employees collaborate and stay organized.

This video shows teachers how to save time by grading students' assignments in Teams. Specifically, it addresses how to efficiently leave comments, quickly insert personalized feedback, and grade with already-provided rubrics (that total scores for you). Watch this short video to learn the essentials of how to streamline grading in Teams.

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Watch this 30-minute instructor-led training to see real-world scenarios of Microsoft Teams in action. Learn about the advantages of Teams including staying connected with teammates during remote work, collaborating on documents, and managing projects more easily. Due to increased demand, classes are filling quickly, so sign up soon. Microsoft will be adding more live sessions, but you are also invited to view training on-demand. Read More...

Are you considering moving to the cloud? As global competition heats up and customers demand more innovative solutions, businesses are adopting cloud services at an increasing pace. What if you could lower your costs, increase productivity and enhance security? Explore this eBook to discover four reasons small businesses should make the move. View: 4 Reasons Businesses Should Make the Move