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What is Microsoft Teams?

In today's complex business landscape, facing intricate challenges necessitates the collaboration of committed teams. To support you and your colleagues in excelling at effective teamwork, we have created a detailed online resource. Creating a collaborative atmosphere for discussions and decision-making significantly amplifies the likelihood of achieving success. With Microsoft Teams, all essential tools are brought together in one cohesive workspace, facilitating smooth communication through chat, virtual meetings, file sharing, and integration with a variety of business applications. Improve your team's alignment with features that include group chat, online meetings, calling, and web conferencing options. Furthermore, you can work together on documents in real-time using integrated Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Additionally, the platform allows for the integration of your favorite Microsoft applications and other third-party services to support ongoing business development. Teams ensures robust end-to-end security, offers extensive administrative control, and guarantees compliance, all supported by the capabilities of Microsoft 365. Catering to diverse group needs, Teams comes with a free version that requires no long-term commitments, alongside the option to utilize it within a comprehensive suite of productivity solutions. By embracing the true essence of teamwork, you can unlock transformative opportunities for innovation and sustainable growth while fostering a culture of collaboration.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$12.50 per user per month
Free Version:
Free Version available.
Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Microsoft Teams provides an API

Screenshots and Video

Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
www.microsoft.com

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Windows
Mac
Linux
iPhone
iPad
Android
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Online Training
Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Microsoft Teams Categories and Features

Web Conferencing Software

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Video Conferencing Software

Electronic Hand Raising
Mobile Access
On-Demand Webcasting
Presentation Streaming
Presentation Tools
Private Chat
Real-Time Chat
Record & Playback Ability
Screen Sharing
Two-Way Audio & Video
Video Conferencing
Whiteboard

Team Communication Software

Activity / News Feed
Audio Calls
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Discussion Threads
File Sharing
Mobile Access
Push Notifications
Search
Surveys & Feedback
Task Management
Video Conferencing

Team Chat Software

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Screen Sharing Software

Annotations / Drawing Tools
Desktop / Browser Sharing
Mobile Screen Sharing
Presenter Control Management
Remote Control
Screen Capture
Screen Mirroring
Screen Recording

Remote Work Software

Collaboration
Credential Management
Electronic Signature
Employee Monitoring
Live Chat
Meeting Management
Project Management
Remote Access
Remote Support
Screen Sharing
Softphone
Task Management
Time Zone Tracking
Video Chat
Web Conferencing

Messaging Software

End-to-End Encryption (E2EE)
File Sharing
Groups / Channels
Payments
Search / Filter
Self-Destructing Messages
Stickers / GIFs
Threaded Discussion
Video Conferencing
Voice Calling

Internal Communications Software

App Integration
Blogs
Chat/Messaging
Email Management
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
Newsletter Management
Photo Gallery
Social Sharing
Survey Management
Telephony
Video Chat
Voice Chat

Employee Communication Tools

Activity / News Feed
Audio / Video Conferencing
Blogs
Chat / Messaging
Employee Directory
Event Calendar
File Sharing
Knowledge Management
Newsletter Management
Surveys & Feedback

More Microsoft Teams Categories

  • Reviewer Name: Faraz M.
    Position: Flutter Developer
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 500 - 999
    Feature Set
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    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Video meeting software with task management and file sharing.

    Date: Jul 03 2021
    Summary

    Overall, Microsoft Teams is a video meeting software that offers some unique features like file sharing. It is a versatile software and, can be used for almost any video meeting need.

    Positive

    - Microsoft Teams allows sharing files with the participants in the meeting.
    - It supports meeting invites, scheduling and recording of the sessions.
    - It is the best fit for hosting large meetings and online classes.

    Negative

    - Because of the large number of features, the layout of the software a bit messy to use.

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  • Reviewer Name: Christa B.
    Position: Owner/Operator
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Great for Business Meetings and Training Sessions!

    Date: May 07 2021
    Summary

    Microsoft Teams is a perfect solution to any size company's chat messaging needs! With a wide selection of administrator settings and the ability to go one-on-one outside of the group chat, it is perfect for training and more in-depth conversations. It offers users the ability to utilize cloud storage with Dropbox, Google Drive, Asana, and others to share documents, pictures, graphs, and presentations effortlessly. It does take up a large amount of space, so those with smaller hard drives may find it lag or slow down their computers. If you require several channels and group meetings, Teams may frustrate you. With a limited allotment, those with multiple needs will be disappointed.

    Positive

    *One on one chat messages outside of the group meeting.
    *Ability to use Dropbox, Trello, Google Drive, Asana, etc within the software.
    *User can change or blur the background when sharing video stream.
    *Entire chat meeting is saved in the cloud.

    Negative

    * It uses a large amount of space.
    * External users can only be added via email.
    * Only those selected as administrators can add users.
    * Restricted to a limited number of channels.

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  • Reviewer Name: Kuldip A.
    Position: Intern
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Another fine product for Microsoft

    Date: Feb 23 2021
    Summary

    Well designed for corporate work with tools to make it seamless and easy.
    Continues updates and a reliable place to share data.
    Pricing is quite impressive.

    Positive

    If your organization needs a platform for online meetings, works, or team discussion. You can do everything on Microsoft Teams seamlessly with the tools provided in the software.

    Negative

    At the beginning with overwhelming features, one can get easily confuse. But after some time you will see how much affords it saves for you.

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  • Reviewer Name: Daniel C.
    Position: Senior Project Manager
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 10,000 - 19,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
    Customer Service
    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Online meetings made easy and more interesting

    Date: Feb 17 2021
    Summary

    Since the implementation of Microsoft Teams we have seen increased productivity since team members never have to leave the App to get work done. Teams can share documents related to their topics and get instant feedback through chats.

    Positive

    I can have one-on-one conversations with colleagues, meet online and share files all in this single app. Specific channels are created for specific groups so that as a team member i can only focus on channels where i do my work.

    Negative

    I have to make sure i move my files into properly named folders to avoid confusion during retrieval.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: SDR
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
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    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Solid

    Date: Jul 06 2021
    Summary

    From my time using Microsoft Teams, it has been great. The background feature has been good and easy to jump on calls.

    Positive

    Pretty straightforward application, lots of people use it so it is convenient to have and use. Never any major issues.

    Negative

    Can be laggy or slow at times., usually is not the case though.

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  • Reviewer Name: Prakash V.
    Position: Business Owner
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Apt meeting solution for organisations

    Date: May 07 2021
    Summary

    Great platform suited to corporate organisations. Makes meetings convenient & effective.
    This would be the future solution for most of the meetings even after the pandemic as this saves a lot of time & resources. Resources such as physical space, commute time are saved considerably.

    Positive

    - Secure platform apt for corporate organisations
    - Creates a community feel within the organisation
    - User friendly
    - User does not have to download the application to use it. It could be used via browser
    - Host rights are better compared to competitors
    - Option to upgrade to Microsoft Stream, Teams Live provide ideal solution to large meetings & events
    - Constant updation of features to enhance the audience experience & provide solution to cater to different meeting needs is highly appreciated

    Negative

    - Video quality is average at best
    - Music & Audio quality experience is poor when played
    - Suited for larger team strength, not for smaller team companies
    - More expensive compared to few of the competitors

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Executive Assistant
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Many Choices in Video Conferencing

    Date: Jun 11 2021
    Summary

    One of the many systems out there for virtual meetings. I do not see anything that stands out to make this program better than others.

    Positive

    MS Teams is installed on many computers when purchased, so no installation in necessary. And since many already have it, there is quick access for those who already use it, no installation, no filling out a new form.

    Negative

    When not running in the background, it take a long time to launch. Fairly new to the market, so many are staying with what they use the most like Zoom, WebEx , Skype or BlueJeans.

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  • Reviewer Name: Mia J.
    Position: Student
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Best Software for Workplaces

    Date: May 30 2021
    Summary

    Microsoft Teams is overall amazing! Can't stress enough how useful it is in the workplace. As an engineer, I am constantly communicating with others, and teams helps me to do that even with the pandemic. It is easy to use as well.

    Positive

    I had not used this software before starting my new job, but as soon as I was introduced to it I realized its many perks. I love how it has the super easy to use chat feature personally, it feels like texting and is great for sending quick messages back and forth.

    Negative

    There should be more emoticons added to teams, so when you send texts you can send more smileys.

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  • Reviewer Name: Junaid A.
    Position: Front End Developer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1,000 - 4,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
    Customer Service
    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Feature Packed Video Conferencing Software.

    Date: Feb 18 2021
    Summary

    Overall, Microsoft Teams is a good video meeting and calling software, especially for students because of the assignment/project submitting feature. There are some crashing issues, but they might get fixed after an update.

    Positive

    -You get a lot of features and functionality with Microsoft teams as it has features to cater to professional and casual users.
    -You can submit project works and assignments to the teacher with teams that streamline the work.
    -The video calling experience is smooth, and you don't usually face lags while attending the meeting.

    Negative

    -I found some lags while sharing my screen, especially when having meetings with many participants.
    -The software crashes sometimes and automatically restarts without any warning.

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  • Reviewer Name: Gaurav P.
    Position: Senior QA Engineer
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 5,000 - 9,999
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    An all-in-one tool for collaboration. Best communication platform for the business!

    Date: Jun 18 2021
    Summary

    Microsoft Teams best suited for large organizations with sound technical environments. It offers best of features to conduct meetings, make recordings, sharing data/files, etc. It is less appropriate in machines with limited connectivity

    Microsoft Teams is well suited for organizations where everyone is on board with it, and therefore all teams are using it. When you have some departments using Teams and others not using it, this leads to confusion as to where documents are stored, and access issues if someone needs to see a document but is not part of the appropriate Team. I also think there are more intuitive cloud-based file sharing systems out there. Microsoft Teams needs to work on its user interface to make it quicker and easier to organize and edit document sets.

    - It allows all of the documents for a project to be stored on the cloud and updated in real time, instead of on a network drive where changes are more difficult to track.
    - It allows teams to keep their communication and project files centralized, instead of in disparate places.

    Positive

    It offers the best features to conduct meetings and share data and work-related files.
    It is less appropriate when connectivity is limited. Otherwise, it is the best in the market out of all the similar available tool in the market.

    1. Enables the whole organization to collaborate among the employees as the travel hosts and resorts are distributed geographically.
    2. Product designing and cascading with the team in real-time with this application.
    3. Screen and file sharing.
    4. Audio and video conferencing for a better relationship.
    5. Customer handling with the application is extremely vibrant.

    - Easy user interface and user friendly.
    - Collaboration tool.
    - Instant messaging.
    - Real time Connectivity from anywhere.
    - Audio and video conferencing.
    - Screen and file sharing feature.

    Negative

    - Moving documents from one place to another is also clunky and not intuitive. You cannot move an entire folder, but only a single document at a time. This wastes time.
    - No edit history for text messages.

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  • Reviewer Name: Daniel Alejandro G.
    Position: Central Operations Leader
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
    Customer Service
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Chatting has never been so comfortable!

    Date: Jun 29 2021
    Summary

    My experience with Microsoft Teams is a short one but well-received. I use this on a daily basis to communicate with my team. It's one of the fastest and least buggy chatting services I've ever used compared to others. I manage over 30 files in a day which are shared through Microsoft almost instantly/automatically. It saves me the hassle of having to invite people manually. Even though it's slightly limited, it delivers exactly what you're looking for. A chatting and team management app.

    Positive

    Easy UI
    Intuitive
    Smooth handling
    No lag at all
    Directly connected to the cloud for easy file access

    Negative

    I don't think there's a thing I don't like about Microsoft teams, it does exactly what it's meant to do. I guess the only con is that it's slightly limited compared to other team management apps.

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  • Reviewer Name: Aryan I.
    Position: Content Writer
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
    Customer Service
    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    One meeting software for every need.

    Date: May 13 2021
    Summary

    Overall, Microsoft Teams is a go-to software for any kind of meeting. Because of its versatile features and user-friendly UI, it can be used by anyone.

    Positive

    - Microsoft Teams is a very easy-to-use software with an intuitive UI.
    - There are some unique features like assignment submissions, personal chat with the admin, etc.
    - Joining the meeting is quite easy even when the meeting has already started.

    Negative

    - There is no feature to delete the chat after sending it in the common chat box.
    - The Mobile version of the software is not very user-friendly.

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  • Reviewer Name: Ahmed E.
    Position: Manager
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Yearly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Layout
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    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Not as good as Zoom

    Date: Jul 02 2021
    Summary

    It isn't as good as Zoom. I would prefer Zoom because Zoom is so easy to use, and I don't need a special account to use it.

    Positive

    It is made by Microsoft, so every windows computer comes with it. It also is very easy to use especially for adults.

    Negative

    You need to have a Microsoft account in order to use it, and it isn't as good as zoom.

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  • Reviewer Name: Josh B.
    Position: Owner/Freelancer
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
    Feature Set
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    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Robust for the Right Business

    Date: Jul 05 2021
    Summary

    Overall, while I think this would be great for someone who can dedicate the time to set everything up or hire someone who specializes in doing so, it was a miss for me, and probably way too far off to ever be feasible to use.

    Positive

    The features are unarguably robust, complex, and detailed. They have all your bases covered in terms of whatever you may need for your business from document sharing to voice calls, team meetings, video conferencing, web hosting, email, and much, much, much more.

    Negative

    Perhaps, it is a bit too much. Navigating through Teams is much like navigating an entirely new operating system you've never used before, if it's your first time. It's dizzying, and really not user-friendly at all. Although it has a ton of features I would love, it's also way too time-consuming for a small organization (like me, 1-2 people) and just not worth the amount of time it would take to learn it all.

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  • Reviewer Name: Steven K.
    Position: Serve Pastor
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Microsoft Teams for the Win

    Date: Mar 29 2021
    Summary

    Great overall experience with Teams. We use Teams on a daily basis – it has changed several of our work processes and made our lives easier!

    Positive

    Our team LOVES having a hub for storing files, having conversations, managing calendars, and holding team meetings all in the same place!

    Negative

    It would be great if Microsoft Teams synced with Planner and OneDrive in the future!

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Co-Admin
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Best app to chat and call

    Date: Apr 05 2021
    Summary

    Gets delayed sometimes.

    Positive

    Easy user friendly interface.
    Can make voice and video calls.
    Can text people over chat.
    Can share screen.

    Negative

    Application gets delayed sometimes and won't get refreshed quickly.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Data Center Technician
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Weekly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 10,000 - 19,999
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    MS Teams has many features

    Date: Jun 29 2021
    Summary

    Overall this is a useful tool for getting work done and communicating with co-workers. This integrates with Window very well but I would like to have the default option be launch as needed. thanks.

    Positive

    The chat feature is the one that I am most familiar with as far as this software goes. It is easy to use and helps save on phone calls to co-workers. It's much faster to use chat to communicate. It also has meeting and calendar features that are useful too.

    Negative

    I don't like the fact that the default setting is to start up with Windows. I would like to be able to launch it only when I'm ready to use it.

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Accounting Manager
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Cost
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    Would you Recommend to Others?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Easy to Use & Responsive

    Date: May 11 2021
    Summary

    My organization uses this product daily. I love the using the "Teams" feature for differentiating between different internal teams for document storage and announcements. Highly recommend!

    Positive

    I enjoy being able to customize chats internally based on niche groups that communicate together. It's also great that it meets the need of performing conference calling internally and externally.

    Negative

    I wish that it was easier to clear the notifications for "reactions" such as a thumbs up. Sometimes the notification seems to linger.

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  • Reviewer Name: Jennifer M.
    Position: HR Director
    Has used product for: 1-2 Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Love Microsoft Teams

    Date: Jun 02 2021
    Summary

    Overall our experience is wonderful with Microsoft Teams! The product definitely adds to our productivity!

    Positive

    It is so easy to use and have multiple group chats by department or with individual. We have temporary chats as well like for everyone that is in our fitness challenge. Love this product!

    Negative

    I really haven't found a problem with it. Sometimes it might be nice to have the video chat capabilities, but I know we can upgrade to that if it became a need.

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  • Reviewer Name: Dominik R.
    Position: Senior Project Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Working in a team has never felt so easy

    Date: Apr 21 2021
    Summary

    Conferences and all the work, in general, feels more efficient, there is better and more feedback on what we do, and the suggestions are more beneficial since everything happens in real-time. Many applications and the integration of other services means that decision-making can be done instantly, and working on documents and files as a group is much easier. From finance to chatbots, there will be something in your app library that will undoubtedly help you automate some parts of your work and improve your work experience.

    Positive

    One of the most significant advantages and what I like most about Microsoft Teams is its many applications and features; they help this program to be more than a video conferencing application; it helps collaborative work to be done as we participate.

    Negative

    It is not as widely used as other applications, so new members may not be as familiar with the program, but once they integrate and learn to use it, it is unstoppable what can be done with this program.

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