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Scheduling meetings, sending follow-ups, tracking conversation threads across both Outlook and Teams… Sellers are spending too much of their time on tedious, low-value tasks. As a Microsoft Partner, we can help you learn how to leverage Copilot for Microsoft 365 as your AI assistant to streamline the sales process and free up your time to focus on what matters most: connecting with customers. Check out this article to see what this can look like! #MicrosoftPartner #Copilot #AIAssistant #AIforSales #Sales #CustomerEngagement #AI

We are excited to announce the rollout of our new applications built with Power Apps, seamlessly integrated with SharePoint or Dataverse and customizable to meet our clients’ unique needs. We proudly present four initial apps: 1. Offboarding & Onboarding Forms: Simplifies employee transitions with automated task alerts and user-friendly interfaces for effortless HR management. 2. Room Booking App: Streamlines the reservation of office and conference spaces, including catering and A/V options, with automated notifications for a smooth booking experience. 3. Timesheet Management App: Enhances time tracking and billing, allowing employees to log hours easily and managers to review and approve entries with customizable settings and powerful search tools. Stay tuned for more exciting developments and learn more about what we can do at https://lnkd.in/g9nY5Xwr. #SmarterConsulting #ITConsulting #AppDevelopment #BusinessApps #CustomApp #PowerApps #SharePoint #Dataverse #CustomBusinessApp

The second episode of Smarter Consulting's Governance Webinar series focused on the transition from theoretical concepts to actionable strategies and how to enhance your organization’s digital transformation journey. Building on our August session focused on governance self-assessment, this follow-up webinar discussed the tools to move from understanding to execution. Our panel of industry experts including Sharon Weaver (MVP, RD, MCT), Christian Buckley (MVP, RD, MBA), Galen Keene (M365 Architect), and Antares Leask (PhD), talked through the comprehensive stages of the M365 Maturity Model. Whether you are at the beginning of your governance journey or seeking to refine your strategy, this webinar will provide the insights and tools necessary to develop a customized action plan. Prepare to unlock the full potential of your Microsoft 365 environment and achieve tangible results for your business - and watch the replay! Our next webinar on 10/22 will help to guide you through the essential preparations necessary for a successful Microsoft Copilot rollout. Register at https://lnkd.in/gTUwfPJQ. #Copilot #MicrosoftCopilot #Webinar #Governanace #DigitalTransformation

Consulting, Training, Governance, and Apps -- don't miss out on our October newsletter to discover more about what Smarter Consulting is doing! #SmarterConsulting #ITConsulting #SmarterLearning #ITTraining #PowerSkillsTraining #SmarterGovernance #Governance #AISolutions #SmarterApps #MicrosoftPartner #Microsoft

Speakers have been announced and sessions listed. We'll see you at this year's CollabConForAll in December! CollabCon is a one-day conference dedicated to bringing together collaboration experts from across platforms and industries to share their expertise with you! Did we mention it's just 20 bucks?? Learn more at www.collabconforall.com. #ITConference #Conference #FloridaConference #Collaboration #CollabConForAll #ITExperts #CollaborationExperts

Copilot sets a new baseline – one where every employee gains the skills to write, design, code, analyze data, and more. If you want to see how Copilot is driving measurable business value for organizations that have fully adopted the technology, check out the latest research. As a Microsoft Partner, we can help you realize these productivity gains by readying your processes and people for the AI-powered future of work. Reach out to learn more today. #AI #FutureofWork #AIatWork #MicrosoftPartner #Copilot #MicrosoftCopilot

Spam email accounts for more than 45% of all emails sent daily worldwide. That’s over 14 billion spam emails per day! 😱 And sometimes it feels like they are all in YOUR inbox at once... Here are some practical tips for maintaining good email inbox hygiene: 📧 Unsubscribe from Unnecessary Newsletters: Regularly unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional emails you no longer read to reduce inbox clutter. 📧 Set Up Filters: Create filters or rules to automatically sort emails into specific folders, such as for work, personal, or newsletters. 📧 Use the “Two-Minute Rule”: If you can respond to an email in two minutes or less, do it immediately. For longer tasks, flag them or set reminders. 📧 Delete or Archive: If an email doesn’t require further action, delete or archive it immediately to keep your inbox clean. 📧 Batch Process Emails: Designate specific times during the day to check and respond to emails, rather than constantly checking throughout the day. 📧 Use Folders and Labels: Organize important emails into folders or label them for easy retrieval later. 📧 Limit Notifications: Turn off email notifications to avoid distraction. Check your inbox at set intervals instead. 📧 Prioritize with Flags or Stars: Use flags, stars, or tags to mark high-priority emails so they don’t get lost in the shuffle. 📧 Keep Your Inbox Size in Check: Set a goal to keep your inbox under a certain number of unread or unaddressed emails, such as 20 or fewer. 📧 Regularly Clean Up Old Emails: Set aside time to go through older emails periodically, deleting or archiving messages that are no longer relevant. 📧 Use Email Tools: Consider using Copilot to organize incoming messages, apps to manage subscriptions, or other tools to declutter your inbox. These tips will help keep your inbox organized and efficient, reducing the stress of email overload! #EmailHygiene #Productivity #InboxZero #EmailTips

Developing a robust Microsoft 365 governance strategy can be daunting. While not every governance option may suit your organizational needs, it’s essential to create a checklist of key topics and review each one as you craft your strategy. Here’s a comprehensive list to help you get started: 1. Define Clear Goals + Objectives. Set clear goals and objectives for your information governance program, ensuring they align with your organization’s overall business goals and objectives. 2. Involve Relevant Stakeholders. Identify and involve relevant stakeholders, including IT staff, legal teams, compliance officers, and business leaders. 3. Develop a Governance Framework. Create a governance framework that outlines policies, procedures, and practices for managing information assets throughout their lifecycle. 4. Conduct a Data Inventory. Perform a data inventory to understand the types of data your organization handles. 5. Prioritize Based on Risk and Benefit. Prioritize your governance efforts based on the risks and benefits associated with different types of data. Focus initially on high-risk data to mitigate potential issues and gradually expand to other data categories. 6. Leverage Automation. Consider automation to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of information governance processes. 7. Provide Training and Support. Offer training and support to employees involved in implementing and using the information governance program. 8. Ensure Alignment with Business Goals. Make sure that automated information governance processes align with overall business goals and objectives. 9. Address Missing Features or Capabilities. Assess and address any missing features or capabilities in your information governance solutions. 10. Monitor Compliance. Use automation to monitor compliance with regulations and policies related to data management and protection. 11. Use Metrics to Measure Success. Implement metrics to measure the success of information governance processes and their alignment with business goals. 12. Regularly Review and Update the Framework. Regularly review and update the governance framework to keep it relevant and effective. #Governance #GovernanceStrategy #DataStrategy #M365 #Microsoft365Governance #M365Governance

We can help you turbocharge developer productivity and deliver more value faster with the power of AI using the Microsoft developer platform. Microsoft developer platform reimagines the developer experience and empowers development teams to build more easily, collaborate better, and deploy code faster. This innovative platform features GitHub, the Visual Studio family, and Azure DevOps for a feature-packed solution with developers’ favorite tools and the largest open-source community. As a trusted Microsoft Partner, we can help you customize the right plan for you on your terms. #AI #MicrosoftPartner #MicrosoftDeveloper #DeveloperExperience #DevOps #Azure #DevelopmentTools

Curious about how Microsoft Copilot can revolutionize the way you work? 💡 Our latest blog post dives deep into optimizing your experience with this game-changing AI solution. From boosting productivity to enhancing creativity, Microsoft Copilot is designed to elevate your workflow! Read more about how to make the most of this powerful tool at https://lnkd.in/gB6ke-Fn. #ITConsulting #AISolutions #ITSolutions #Copilot #AI #SmarterConsulting