MODERN WORK
Conquer the chaos of scattered documents, communication gaps, manual business processes, and security concerns.
With an all-in-one seamless cloud-based solution like Microsoft 365, you can transform your business and improve how your people work.
A leader in cloud-based productivity platforms, Microsoft 365 includes well-loved Office apps, cloud services like SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive, and robust security features. Harness the power of Microsoft 365 and benefit from:
Effortless, real-time communication and collaboration.
Enhanced productivity with AI-powered features.
Improved overall cybersecurity protection.
Streamlined business processes.
Empower work from anywhere on any device.
How can our Microsoft 365 Consultants help you?
Whether you’re about to migrate to Microsoft 365 or want to maximise your existing investment, our consultants are here to help you meet your needs.
Microsoft 365 Consulting and Migration Services
Microsoft 365 migration made easy.
Organisations attempting DIY Microsoft 365 migrations often face extended project timelines, frustrated users, security gaps, and suboptimal configurations that require costly remediation later.
Expert guidance from long-time Microsoft consulting companies like Professional Advantage will transform your Microsoft 365 from a simple technology upgrade into a strategic business transformation. Our Microsoft 365 consultants can help you:
- Assess your current IT environment.
- Identify appropriate migration strategies and licenses.
- Implement and deploy Microsoft 365 services based on your current needs.
- Roll out practical end-user training and ongoing post-production support.
Microsoft 365 Integration Services
Get more from Microsoft 365.
The key to maximising Microsoft 365’s value lies in understanding how its various components can work together to solve your specific business challenges, rather than viewing each application in isolation.
That is why at Professional Advantage, we assist our clients in integrating Microsoft 365 into their line of business apps, such as:
- Integrating custom-built apps to SharePoint or Teams.
- Developing low-code custom apps and forms using Power Apps and Power Automate.
- Integrating ERP, CRM, HRIS, and other LOB apps to SharePoint.
- Creating industry-specific apps such as not-for-profit or construction.
Microsoft 365 Security
Security, Compliance and Governance Services.
Microsoft 365 offers a comprehensive suite of security capabilities designed to protect organisations across the entire threat landscape and work together to create a robust defence-in-depth security strategy:
- Identity and Access Management.
- Threat Protection.
- Device and Application Security.
- Endpoint Protection.
- Information Protection and Governance.
- Compliance and Risk Management.
- Security Monitoring and Reporting.
Engage Professional Advantage to transform your Microsoft 365 from a basic productivity suite to a strategic security platform. Our certified Microsoft Security consultants have the deep technical knowledge to implement sophisticated Microsoft 365 security tools and services and combine them with proven security frameworks like Essential Eight, NIST, or CIS.
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Microsoft 365 Licensing
Licensing guidance by a Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Solution Provider (CSP).
As a one-stop Microsoft consulting, services, and software shop, we provide guidance on the most appropriate cloud software and licensing needs across Microsoft’s three clouds: Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Azure.
Depending on your number of users, your organisation’s industry, productivity solutions, and the level of security you need, we can help you identify what makes more sense for your business: Microsoft 365 Business, Enterprise, or stand-alone licenses. Connect with us for your free license review.
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Managed Microsoft 365 Services
Ongoing support services for your Microsoft 365.
Go beyond basic Microsoft 365 technical support and switch to comprehensive ongoing support services.
Professional Advantage’s Managed Microsoft 365 Services can handle the ongoing operation, maintenance and optimisation of your Microsoft 365 environment. It includes proactive monitoring, security management, performance optimisation, strategic consulting and user support.
Key Benefits:
- Gain access to specialised expertise without hiring full-time Microsoft 365 administrators.
- Get continuous security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response, which most organisations cannot maintain internally.
- Ensure the platform evolves with your business needs and maintains peak performance.
- Reduce downtime, improve security posture, and optimise licensing costs.
Are you maximising these Microsoft 365 apps and services?
Your Microsoft 365 subscription includes tons of apps and services you might be overlooking or not utilising enough. Let us help you take further advantage of the tools you already have to transform how your people work.
We are Australia's Top Microsoft 365 Partner
Come to us for your productivity, content, collaboration, or security challenges, and at the end of the project, you will leave with your desired business outcomes.
That’s because at Professional Advantage, we work collaboratively with our clients to ensure we align with their goals and priorities.
We are proud to work alongside some of the best Microsoft 365 solution architects, developers, and consultants whose experiences and skills are validated by Microsoft and have demonstrated their capabilities in each of our projects.
We are also delighted to have achieved the Microsoft Solutions Partner designation for Modern Work, Infrastructure Azure, Digital App and Innovation, Data and AI, and Business Applications.
But don’t just take our word for it.
Check out some of our work and how our solutions have impacted our clients’ businesses in our case studies and success stories below.
Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW
Independent dispute resolution scheme Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW streamlines content management and compliance with iWorkplace for Microsoft 365.
JANA Investments
Team communication and collaboration reimagined with Microsoft SharePoint and Teams for investment advisory firm JANA Investment Advisers.
Policy Management for Construction Industry
A large construction company utilises Microsoft 365 to boost policy management efficiency and reduce costs.
Case Management App on Microsoft Power Platform
A Queensland-based healthcare and not-for-profit organisation maintains service excellence through a low-code Employee Coaching App.
File Migration to SharePoint Online
A major international faith-based aid and development agency and not-for-profit organisation achieved a modern way to work with SharePoint Online.
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Top Frequently Asked Questions
Below are the top frequently asked questions about Microsoft 365. You can find the complete list here.
What is the difference between Office 365 and Microsoft 365?
Office 365 is a suite of cloud-based productivity applications such as Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, Yammer, OneNote, etc.
Microsoft 365, however, is a combination of services that blends together Office 365, Windows 10 OS, and Enterprise Mobility + Security.
Watch this short infocast from our Practice Lead for Modern Work + Security, Andrew MacKenzie, explaining the difference between the two Microsoft products.
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What is the difference between Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Standard, and Premium?
The biggest difference lies in the availability of desktop applications and security features.
Microsoft 365 Business Basic offers Teams, Exchange, OneDrive, and SharePoint but it only offers web- and mobile-based versions of the most widely used productivity apps such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This SKU is the cheapest but users will find it challenging to keep their productivity up without access to the full functionality of the desktop version of the Office productivity apps.
Microsoft 365 Business Standard is a more robust plan for organisations looking to transform their office productivity, business processes, communications, collaboration, and more. It provides users access to everything that's included in Business Basic plus desktop Office apps, including Viva Engage (formerly Yammer), 1 TB OneDrive storage, and limited use rights to Power Apps and Power Automate. Its mid-level price make it ideal for most organisations to pick this option.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium includes everything you can find in Business Standard plus the premium security features such as Entra ID, Advanced Threat Protection, Azure Information Protection, and Intune. If your organisation has remote workers or BYOD workstyles, Business Premium is highly recommended for you. It might be the most expensive of the three SKUs but it certainly keeps your business well protected against unseen risks while keeping your people productive.
Contact us at 1800 126 499 for further information or if you need guidance in identifying the most appropriate Microsoft 365 subscription for you.
I’ve migrated to Microsoft 365. What other apps can I use in my subscription?
Available on your Microsoft 365 Business or Enterprise subscription are several useful productivity apps that can help make work a lot easier for you.
Apart from the popular and often-used Microsoft Office apps like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint, there are a few more that you need to be aware of.
- SharePoint for content management, company-wide collaboration and workflow automation.
- Teams for chat, conference calls, online meetings, or real-time collaboration.
- Power Apps and Power Automate for business process automation.
- Power BI for data visualisation and analytics.
- OneDrive for Business for secure file storage and sharing in the cloud.
- Viva Engage (formerly Yammer) for company-wide informal communications.
- Planner for assigning and monitoring tasks.
- Stream for storing and playing your corporate videos.
- Forms for online surveys and polls.
If you’re an existing PA client, we can help you discover these apps through our scheduled quarterly consulting visits or simply call us at 1800 126 499 to speak to a consultant.
What services in Microsoft 365 does Professional Advantage offer?
Professional Advantage can assist in the following services related to Microsoft 365:
- License subscription.
- User provisioning.
- Mailbox and file migration.
- Microsoft Teams deployment.
- Custom development for SharePoint and Power Apps.
- Reporting and analytics on Power BI.
- Integration of various Microsoft applications such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Business Central, Dynamics 365 Sales, and more.
- Secure Remote Working.
- Security Baseline.
- Desktop and application virtualisation.
- Change management and user adoption.
- Post-production support and continuous cloud platform optimisation.
Contact us at 1800 126 499 or email us at [email protected] to speak to one of our consultants for more information on how we can help you with your Microsoft 365 needs.
Is Microsoft 365 really free for not-for-profits?
Microsoft 365 Business Basic is free for eligible small to mid-sized not-for-profits with up to 300 users. It includes:
- Web and mobile versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Microsoft Teams for virtual meetings, chat, and real-time collaboration.
- Exchange Online with 50 GB mailbox per user.
- OneDrive for Business with 1 TB of cloud storage.
- SharePoint Online for document management and team sites.
If your mid-sized not-for-profit needs desktop Office apps, advanced security and device management, and enhanced collaboration, you may consider Microsoft 365 Business Premium. Previously free for 10 users, it is now available to not-for-profits at 75% off.
Need assistance identifying which Microsoft 365 license is best for your not-for-profit? Contact us today to speak with one of our experts.
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Not-for-Profit Solutions
Discover how we are helping not-for-profits achieve more with Microsoft 365.
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