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Accelerate the journey of your #nonprofit organization to the cloud during #coronavirus stay-at-home mandates with a complete, intelligent solution that enhances creativity and collaboration for everyone. The “Accelerate Your Windows Virtual Desktop Deployment” webinar, brought to you by @msftnonprofits, shows how to deploy and scale Windows desktops and applications on Azure in minutes—with security and compliance already built in. #Tech4Good #SocialImpact #DigitalTransformation @Microsoft-365 @Office365

In a constant attempt to unify communications at Microsoft, they seek a perpetual state of transformation. Leveraging the advantages of cloud-based communication is one area that they have found substantial gains. Using Skype enables their employees to work remotely and encourages them to bring-their-own-device. Your business can leverage those same modern digital advantages by integrating the solutions just like Skype.

At Waypoint Digital Networks, we’re knowledgeable in the space and can help you to transform your business. Contact us to find out how we can help.

With #COVID19 stay-at-home mandates in effect, many #nonprofit organizations are looking for the best ways to leverage technology to facilitate remote collaboration, hosting and attending online events, and application development. For guidance and best practices on how others are navigating through the uncertainty, check out “Resources for nonprofits during COVID-19,” brought to you by @msftnonprofits. In this on-demand webinar, the Microsoft Tech for Social Impact team addresses the top questions customers are asking. #Tech4Good #SocialImpact #DigitalTransformation @Microsoft-365 @Office365

With employees still working from home, fostering virtual connections is crucial. Empower your employees to stay connected and keep business running smoothly by leveraging Microsoft Teams. This infographic shows you how you can help your employees embrace online communication, stay focused on meetings, share content easily, and stay connected with each other. This infographic shows you how.

Are you still using that same old email platform? If so, it’s probably time to upgrade. Get the most for your business by leveraging the unique opportunities that using a modern email platform can bring: access email from anywhere, on any device and keep your information safe with document access controls and remote data wipes. Avoid the maintenance and surprise expense of hardware and software costs.

At Waypoint Digital Networks, we know that with the right email platform, your business will free up time and money. Contact us to learn how we can help you to bring your email platform to the modern digital age.

As compared to most businesses, universities have significantly less control over endpoints, such as devices used and the thousands of student user credentials they must give out each year. This makes them especially vulnerable to cyberattacks.

The University of Arizona realized this, so when it came time to overhaul their internal network, CatNet, they prioritized the implementation of a holistic security solution. They found that the solution with Microsoft was uniquely prepared to deliver a forward-thinking security system designed to meet the specific needs of a university.

Even in “risky” situations, effective, holistic security and peace of mind is achievable. Contact us to learn more.

With improved technological tools, you’re likely accumulating more data than ever. If you’re wondering how to manage it, you’re not alone. Microsoft understands that most businesses are experiencing a significant increase in data and need help. Watch this video for an example of how a data-driven company can utilize #Azure Cosmos DB and Power BI to process large volumes of data and provide actionable insights to their business. Contact Waypoint Digital Networks for migration questions and assistance.

While working from home, it can be easy for the day to slip away. But there are ways you can be more efficient. Optimize your time away from the office and be productive even if you are sitting at the kitchen table by trying these 5 tips from Entrepreneur. Suggestions include establishing a routine, determining priorities, eliminating distractions, and more.

Still marketing based on traditional demographic information? “We live in a post-demographic world,” writes Kian Bakhtiari, “where patterns of behavior can no longer be predicted by age alone.” Instead, Bakhtiari, who writes about marketing with a Gen-Z and Millennial lens, says marketers need to understand tribes, which are created and fueled by a shared mindset. People’s attitudes, behaviors, and needs are the new demographics. You’ll have a deeper understanding by reading the complete article: “Stop Marketing to Millennials or Gen-Z and Start Marketing to Tribes.”

At Waypoint Digital Networks, we’re making strides to modernize our workplace and empower our customers to do the same.

By 2030, millennials will make up 75% of the workforce, and businesses must continue to evolve in step with a generation that expects access and flexibility, prioritizes work-life integration, and depend on technology that will not only promote personal growth, but help them bring about change in the world.

Enable your employees to stay connected and make an impact with the Microsoft Cloud and best-in-class collaboration tools like #Office365. To learn more, contact us today.