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As the year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on all the innovation, collaboration, and growth 2024 has brought.
📅 5+ Events
📚 3+ Latest Features
📈 1 Resource To Boost ROI
To help you wrap up the year strong and get ready for an even brighter 2025, we’ve curated some insightful resources and upcoming events that are sure to inspire and empower your team. As always you will love the way we learn. Together.
2toLead Spotlight 🎉
Microsoft Viva Amplify improves team collaboration by making internal communication easier. The Intranet Launch Kit combines all company resources and communication channels into one platform. Viva Amplify also helps you create and share messages simply, so important updates reach the right people.
Transforming Internal Communication with the Intranet Launch Kit and Viva Amplify
Featured Events 🗓️
Empower Your Workflow with Microsoft 365 Copilot
If you want to boost efficiency and teamwork across your organization, don’t miss our recent AMA session on Microsoft 365 Copilot. We covered everything from expert advice to real-world demos and best practices—helping you get the most out of AI-powered tools.
💡Get Crucial Insights On:
Seamless Collaboration: See how Copilot effortlessly connects with your existing apps, keeping tasks, files, and conversations all in one place.
AI-Powered Productivity: Discover how Copilot’s smart suggestions and automated tasks let you get more done in less time without cutting corners.
Real-World Scenarios: Explore practical examples of Copilot in action, whether you’re handling day-to-day tasks, managing projects, or coordinating across different teams.
DEC, 05, 2024:ESPC Conference (Featuring Richard Harbridge) Piloting & Scaling Successfully with Viva Engage | The Future Of Collaboration & How To Prepare Today
DEC, 12, 2024:CollabCon 2024 (Featuring Richard Harbridge) Piloting & Scaling Successfully with Viva Engage (4pm) | The Future Of Collaboration & How To Prepare Today (3pm-3:50pm)
Improved Document Brainstorming: Copilot now offers more detailed suggestions for Word, helping teams start new projects and refine ideas faster.
Smarter Inbox Management:In Outlook, you can prioritize and summarize emails at a glance, making it easier to stay on top of important threads.
Intuitive Data Insights: New Excel capabilities let you ask questions in plain language to uncover trends and create visualizations even if you’re not a data expert.
Enhanced Team Collaboration:With Copilot in Teams, you can jump into a conversation summary, assign tasks, and track follow-ups without sifting through lengthy chat histories.
Expanded Integration Options: Copilot now connects with even more third-party tools, keeping everything in sync so you don’t have to bounce between apps.
From improved AI-driven recommendations to smoother teamwork, these updates make Copilot an even more powerful for getting work done efficiently!
These features aim to remove obstacles and create an inclusive environment for smoother, more equitable teamwork.
SharePoint
This month’s SharePoint updates are all about making collaboration smoother, content easier to manage, and the interface more intuitive for everyone:
Streamlined Sharing Experience: Sharing content with team members or external partners just got simpler. The new sharing interface makes choosing who can see or edit files easier without changing too many settings.
Improved Document Libraries: Document library enhancements improve file organization and overall performance. Expect a sleeker layout that helps you find what you need—faster than ever.
Deeper Microsoft 365 Connections: SharePoint integrates more tightly with Teams and other Microsoft 365 apps, so everything from chat to content creation feels unified. You can switch between tools more smoothly and keep track of your files without leaving your main workflow.
Better Admin Controls: Administrators can expect simpler, more powerful management tools. From user permissions to site settings, the goal is less hassle behind the scenes.
Fresh Look & Feel: New design updates help users access the information they need with fewer clicks. This is part of Microsoft’s ongoing effort to make SharePoint friendlier for everyone, from power users to first-time visitors.
The Opportunity in the Retirement of Microsoft Viva Goals
Microsoft's decision to retire Viva Goals by December 31st, 2025, is a chance for organizations to rethink their approach to managing OKRs.
The Power of Strategic Transition 💪
This transition is an opportunity to focus on aligning teams toward a common purpose, emphasizing a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. It’s a chance to assess whether our current OKR management meets long-term needs and to explore innovative alternatives.
Rethinking OKRs in the Modern Workplace 🤔
OKRs thrive as part of a broader strategy that tracks progress and celebrates achievements. The retirement of Viva Goals encourages us to refine our practices and align with our organization’s mission.
Looking Ahead 🔭
This change allows us to build flexible strategies and find better-suited solutions for our teams. While Viva Goals is phased out, Microsoft's investment in its broader Viva suite reflects a commitment to empowering organizations.
The retirement of Viva Goals is a chance for organizations to embrace change, reassess goal-setting approaches, and prepare for future growth and success.
Our Latest Resources, Whitepapers, and Articles 📚
Unlock Rapid ROI with Microsoft Teams Copilot
Want to get more value out of Microsoft Teams? Check out our Quick ROI with Copilot in Teams e-book. It shows you how to use AI-powered features to boost productivity, improve collaboration, and get real, measurable results for your organization.
Unlock the Secrets to Success! 📈
Learn how Copilot can streamline workflows and save time.
Discover real-world use cases that demonstrate tangible ROI.
Gain actionable insights for integrating AI into your team’s daily tasks.
Microsoft Teams Premium vs. Zoom AI: Which Is Right for Your Team?
Choosing the right collaboration tool is more important than ever, especially with the rise of AI-enhanced features. In this article, we dive deep into a comparison between Microsoft Teams Premium and Zoom AI, exploring their capabilities, strengths, and use cases to help you make the best decision for your team.
Key Takeaways 🗝️
How Teams Premium’s AI features like meeting recap and real-time translation stack up against Zoom AI’s virtual assistant and transcription tools.
Key differences in pricing, integration, and user experience.
Tips for selecting the right platform based on your team’s unique needs.
