Essential Software Every Growing SME Should Be Using in 2026
The Best Business Software for SMEs 2026 Growing an SME in 2026 is different to five years ago. Your team is hybrid. Your customers expect
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How Microsoft 365 Helps SMEs Cut Costs Through Better Collaboration
Let’s cut to the chase. Small businesses have tight budgets, lean teams, and zero patience for tools that don’t pull their weight. If you’ve ever
What is Microsoft Intune? And why should small businesses care?
Let’s be real. “Mobile device management” doesn’t exactly scream excitement. It sounds like something buried in an IT policy doc that no one reads. But
Microsoft 365 Business Premium Advantages for UK SMEs
Is Business Premium worth the extra cost? Short answer: yes. Here’s why. If you’re running a small or medium-sized business in the UK, chances are
The Hidden Costs of Keeping Windows 10 After End of Life
Windows 10 is approaching its End of Life on October 14, 2025. After that, Microsoft will stop providing security updates, patches, and bug fixes –
Which Microsoft 365 Licence? A Clear Guide to Finding the Right Fit
Choosing the right Microsoft 365 licence is essential for businesses of all sizes. With a range of plans tailored for different needs, understanding what each
What is a Copilot+ PC?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of personal computing, Microsoft has introduced a groundbreaking category of devices known as Copilot+ PCs. These advanced machines are designed
This is the year Windows 10 dies: How to prepare your business
If your business is still running on Windows 10, pay attention. This October marks the end of support for the operating system, meaning no more
Preparing for Windows 10 End of Life: What Your Business Needs to Know
The countdown to Windows 10 end of life has begun, with Microsoft officially ending support in October 2025. While that may sound like a distant
Windows 10 End of Life: What Business Owners Need to Know
As the end of life (EOL) for Windows 10 approaches, it’s crucial for business owners and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to understand what this
Maximising Productivity with Microsoft Teams: The New Copilot Features
Introduction to Teams Copilot In today’s fast-paced business environment, productivity is paramount. Thankfully, Microsoft Teams is setting a new standard with the introduction of its
Microsoft Copilot: A Game-Changer for Small Businesses
In the ever-changing world of business technology, Microsoft has introduced a revolutionary tool that promises to transform how small businesses operate. This tool is Microsoft
Exploring Windows 11: Top 10 AI Features Enhancing User Experience
In the changing landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of innovation, redefining the way we interact with digital devices. Windows 11,
The Business Benefits of Microsoft SharePoint
Are you using an outdated system to share and organise your files? Good document management can aid productivity and efficiency but is too often overlooked.
5 Ways Microsoft 365 Helps Hybrid Working
During the pandemic we heard a lot about the new normal. Everybody was going to work from home, offices would close down, and the world
How Microsoft 365 Defender Can Shield Your Company From Phishing Scams
Phishing can lose you a lot of money and expose sensitive information. Microsoft 365 Defender can dramatically mitigate this risk with several features. Phishing attacks
Customer Announcement: Microsoft 365 Price Increase
Back in August Microsoft announced changes to its commercial pricing for Microsoft 365—the first substantive pricing update since Office 365 launched over a decade ago.
The Five Biggest Questions About Windows 11
The operating system that Microsoft said would never exist has landed. And like anything shiny and new you might be desperate to get hold of
Your Expensive Cyber Security Solutions Are Worthless!
(If you’re not addressing the basics first) The instant reaction to a cyber attack for most small businesses is shock and panic. It doesn’t matter
Microsoft 365 News and Updates – August 2021
Microsoft 365 is constantly evolving. So much so that it is often hard to keep up with all the new features. The Microsoft 365 Blog
10 Ways To Be More Productive with Microsoft Teams
Use of Microsoft Teams has increased massively during lockdown. With so many people spending so much of their time in Microsoft Teams we wanted to
How difficult is it to move from G-Suite to Office 365?
It’s completely impossible! Why? Because neither of these things exist anymore! The correct question would be ‘How difficult is to move Google Workspace to Microsoft
Case Study – Meller Limited
About Mellor Meller LTD design, project management, cost management and delivery of large commercial building projects. With clients including Heineken, Heinz, the NHS and North
Can I use Windows 10 Home in my business?
One of the things we recommend when looking for a new laptop or desktop for your business is to ensure it has Windows 10 Pro
7 Bonuses For Small Business In Office 365
As of April 21, 2020, the official branding of Microsoft’s productivity suite has changed from Office 365 to just Microsoft 365. The new naming convention reflects
11 Reasons To Upgrade To Office 365 Today
As of April 21, 2020, the official branding of Microsoft’s productivity suite has changed from Office 365 to just Microsoft 365. The new naming convention reflects
Which Office 365 Is Right For Me?
As of April 21, 2020, the official branding of Microsoft’s productivity suite has changed from Office 365 to just Microsoft 365. The new naming convention reflects
Should You Be Using Office 365?
As of April 21, 2020, the official branding of Microsoft’s productivity suite has changed from Office 365 to just Microsoft 365. The new naming convention reflects
Case Study – AM Norris
We’ve recently focused on a couple of office moves carried out for clients Linear Recruitment and All About Bricks. However, there are many other projects
The Your I.T. Department “Good Housekeeping Guide”
The systems that we, and other Managed Service Providers, use to maintain and monitor your systems are increasingly sophisticated. It’s not just antivirus and firewalls
GETTING MORE FROM OFFICE 365 – FORMS
Office 365 is a fantastic set of tools for the small business. Microsoft’s subscription-based service is packed with software that can improve productivity and collaboration
Getting More From Office 365 – PowerApps & Flow
Office 365 is a fantastic set of tools for the small business. Microsoft’s subscription-based service is packed with software that can improve productivity and collaboration
Getting More From Microsoft Office 365 – Bookings
In this ongoing series we are looking at the lesser known elements of Office 365 – please have a look at previous posts on Sway
Getting More From Office 365
Office 365 is a fantastic set of tools for the small business. Microsoft’s subscription based service is packed with software that can improve productivity and
Why switch to Office 365 for your company email (for the non-technical)
I was recently passed a paper that offered a comparison between Office 365 and POP3/IMAP and asked to ‘dumb it down’ – initially I was
Built-in ad blocker for Microsoft Edge browser
According to ZDNet, Microsoft have announced that they are expecting to have built-in ad blocking features in the next version of its Edge browser, which
Microsoft Outlook tips and tricks
Outlook’s aliases Multiple mail addresses can be used to compose new messages or reply to incoming ones from the same inbox with Outlook’s alias feature. This
(Windows 10) Skype Autocorrect and Language Tips
Edit your last message, fast To quickly change the last message that you sent on Skype chat press the upwards arrow on your keyboard. This