In July 2022, Microsoft announced the new Power Automate pay-as-you-go pricing. This new type of pricing provides flexible payment options for the existing subscription plans. How does Power Automate…
In July 2022, Microsoft announced the new Power Automate pay-as-you-go pricing. This new type of pricing provides flexible payment options for the existing subscription plans. How does Power Automate pay-as-you-go pricing works? These new pay-as-you-go options enable customers to pay only for the number of flow-runs they execute in a given month, using an…
The digitalization of the workplace and adoption of the cloud has brought numerous benefits for organizations. However, there is one thing leaders should keep in mind when it comes to protecting your organization’s assets. In this article we will talk about the steps you should take to secure organizational data when an employee leaves your…
Today we will talk about two options for viewing your Microsoft licensing billing history and current bills/payments. The first option is for when you have your licenses directly with Microsoft, and it is through the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. *Note: You need to be a global or billing admin to view your billing statement for…
Microsoft created Software Assurance (SA) in 2002, to provide access to new versions of software products at no additional cost to customers that already have software licenses, as well as additional benefits for deploying and managing Microsoft products. They have added and removed benefits over the years to stay on top with IT needs and…
In May 2022, Microsoft’s President and Vice Chair Brad Smith announced important changes to Microsoft’s outsourcing and hosting terms. These changes were thought to help customers work with partners more easily, to receive the licenses and subscriptions needed for access to complex, hosted solutions, like desktop solutions. In 2019, Microsoft updated their licensing terms for…
In this article we will guide you through the steps to take to set up Microsoft 365 in your organization and make the most out of your subscription. Setup Guides in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center You can access setup guides in the Microsoft 365 admin center from the Setup Guidance page. This page tracks…
Venti Exchange C3 Portal is an advanced client portal that allows our customers to submit support tickets, project reports, self-managed billing, and more. Here you can manage your Microsoft 365 subscriptions or any other Microsoft licenses you have purchased with Venti Exchange. Sign-in from ventiexchange.com by clicking on the Portal Login button that is located…
In 2020, Microsoft announced the next versions of on-premises servers such as Exchange Server, SharePoint, Skype for Business, and Project server would be available in the second half of 2021. These new versions would require a subscription to get support, product, and security updates. However, instead of rolling out in 2021 or 2022 as expected,…
The retail and consumer goods industries experience constant pressure. With the pace at which the world moves and unforeseen events, this pressure has been growing exponentially. Keeping up with the surge in e-commerce and multi-channel shopping, global supply chains, reimagining in-store experiences, and managing huge data volumes, as well as privacy concerns just to name…
At the beginning of June 2022, Microsoft launched a new Profiler feature in Visual Studio 17.2. This new tool helps developers understand the options to optimize their File I/O to improve performance in apps. The File IO tool will help understand how the I/O operations impact your spent time, by investigating and diagnosing slow loading…
According to ADHD aware, people with cognitive differences like ADHD, dyslexia, and autism make up as much as 40% of the entire population. Meaning almost half of the world struggles with daily tasks like reading and writing. Neurodiverse people have to develop tools and techniques to navigate life. In the past few years, Microsoft 365…
The healthcare industry has always been a pillar for society, and it is now going through a historically unprecedented transformation. To help it grow, Microsoft is reimagining personalized care and helping accelerate its digital transformation. How? At the beginning of 2022, Microsoft launched Azure Health Data Services. This is a platform as a service (PaaS) designed…
When it comes to licensing Microsoft technologies, customers have two options: Microsoft Volume Licensing or the Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) program. Lately, more and more businesses worldwide have been transitioning to the CSP program. However, there are certain things one should have in mind before making this decision. Therefore, today we want to talk about…
Azure DNS Private Resolver is a new Microsoft service that allows organizations to query Azure DNS private zones from an on-premises environment, and vice versa, without the need to deploy VM based DNS servers. This new service is fully managed in Azure, and in May 2022, Microsoft announced its availability in public preview. This new…
Cloud productivity is trending, and it is a trend that is here to stay. All organizations should be ready for this change. Microsoft Cloud Licenses offer cloud productivity services and products, such as Microsoft 365 and Office. There is a ‘’one-size-fits-all’’ model for purchasing these services: Microsoft 365 E5. But does your organization really need…
The well-known Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (EA) has been a long-preferred option for organizations that could meet its minimum requirements. However, since the Microsoft CSP (Cloud Solution Provider) program came out in 2014, it has brought flexibility for Microsoft licensing purchases. Microsoft CSP is the best licensing option for organizations with up to 500 users to…
Microsoft Software Assurance (SA) for Volume Licensing includes a wide range of benefits for Microsoft software and services. It helps boost organizational productivity by providing 24/7 technical support, some exclusive rights/technologies, and the latest Microsoft software releases without the need to re-purchase the software. Microsoft Software Assurance Benefits The benefits this program can bring to…
In August 2021, Microsoft launched Windows 365 as an official product. This is the world’s first cloud PC for every organization securely streaming the Windows experience to any device. The wonder about this product is that you can easily deploy it without the need for Microsoft Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Suite expertise; as well as being…
Windows 11 is the newest version of Windows. This is the most significant update to the OS since Windows 10. This version focuses on enhancing end-user productivity in a fresh experience, in order to support today’s hybrid work modality. It intends to be the most reliable, secure, connected, and performant version of Windows OS ever. …
GoDaddy is the most common tool used by many small and medium size businesses for webhost. However, just like most tools designed especially for SMBs, it is easy to outgrow. This type of business requires tools and services that allow them to grow at the speed they need. As a first reach service, it might…
In April 2022, ThreatLabz shared with the public a critical finding. Several newly registered domains were created by a threat actor to simulate the official Microsoft Windows 11 OS download portal. Said domains were distributing malicious ISO files that contained samples of the VIDAR info-stealer malware. Source: Zscaler These malware samples use an infrastructure obtained…
Five years ago, Microsoft made history by launching its new powerhouse tool: Microsoft Teams. Being a product that provides collaboration, communication, and workstations; it overachieved people’s expectations. By allowing people to connect asynchronously and synchronously —perfect for hybrid work—, Teams positioned itself as a new proactive, unique, and dynamic tool. Powered with improvements made also…
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has seen an increase in cyberattacks across businesses of all types and sizes. The sophistication of these attacks is growing consistently, and it is aiming specifically at small and medium size businesses. According to the US Department of Homeland Security, there has been a 300% increase…
Dynamics 365 Marketing is an app created to elevate customer experiences by personalizing journeys across touchpoints, to strengthen and create loyalty. It works seamlessly with Dynamics 365 Sales, Customer Insights, Microsoft Teams, and other Microsoft products to allow efficient decision-making using AI and insightful data. This tool consists of two primary modules and event management.…
In this part of our Dynamics 365 Licensing Guides we will talk about Dynamics 365 Sales. This tool enables salespeople to build strong relationships with customers, to take actions based on insightful data, and to boost deal closing, among other sales-focused benefits. You can choose the level of functionality that meets your business needs with…
Up until now, in our Microsoft Industry Solutions series we have covered Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services, and now, we will talk about Microsoft Cloud for Manufacturing. Microsoft Cloud for Manufacturing is meant to support the core processes and requirements of this industry. With these end-to-end manufacturing cloud solutions, they can…
The pace at which the world changes has been accelerating more and more over the years. This has demanded businesses and organizations in general to accelerate their innovation to keep up with the constant changes. ‘’Innovation doesn’t exist without adoption. This means innovation is more about a social process than technology’’ -Unknown Like the diffusion…
After 10 years of support for Office 2013, on April 11th, 2023, the extended support for this hub will come to an end. After this date, security updates for Office 2013 will no longer be available. Our recommendation is to upgrade to Microsoft 365 apps, which includes the same hub of Office LTSC apps (Worde,…
In March 2022 Microsoft announced that they are updating the prices of five Microsoft 365 for nonprofit SKUs, starting September 1st, 2022. Microsoft 365 for nonprofit prices that will change: Microsoft Office 365 E1 from 2.00 to 2.50 USD Microsoft Office 365 E3 from 4.50 to 5.75 USD Microsoft Office 365 E5 from 14.00 to…
After three years of the COVID-19 pandemic, the work world is still evolving and facing new challenges. Technology can help us face these issues, if used correctly. From unlocking collaboration and streamlining processes to even improving our wellbeing and professional growth. In today’s blogpost we will talk about innovations in Microsoft 365 that will help organizations…
Microsoft 365 is a bundle of services that includes the Office 365 suite and numerous other enterprise services. This subscription service allows users to always have the most up-to-date modern productivity Microsoft tools. First Physicians Captial Group and FP Resources contacted Venti Exchange looking for help with their Microsoft 365 licenses. They were on an…
In this article, part of our Microsoft Industry Solutions series, we will cover the financial services industry. Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services provides tools that help manage data and comply with all the requirements of this highly regulated industry. These focused solutions facilitate security, compliance, and interoperability. How? Delivering differentiated experiences accelerating loyalty, growth, and profitability through…
In August 2021, Microsoft announced the general availability for Azure Government Top Secret. Now, in March 2022 they’ve announced the upcoming launch of a new US Government cloud environment: Office 365 Government Secret. Right now, it is under government review, and it’s thought to launch targeting availability starting mid-2022. Microsoft is adding support of Impact…
Microsoft Industry Solutions is a combination of the best Microsoft technologies and deep industry expertise, to help customers thrive in their digital transformation journey. Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare is part of these solutions; with outcomes-focused AI solutions, it provides trusted and integrated capabilities to improve healthcare experience. How? Enhancing patient engagement by delivering personalized experiences, allowing…
As mentioned in our previous Microsoft Dynamics 365 Licensing Guide, this tool offers a purpose-built business application, by integrating a modern and complete solution for SMBs and enterprises to monitor specific processes through management software. Today we want to get more specific, talking about one of the numerous options that Dynamics 365 offers: Business Central. …
On March 18, 2022, Microsoft announced changes to the cancellation-window duration for commercial seat-based offers in CSP new commerce. These changes went into effect that same day, at 5 PM Pacific Time. With this new cancellation window, you have seven calendar days for cancellations and/or license reductions, instead of the 72-hour window you had before. …
System Center is a simple datacenter manager that allows you to stay in control of your IT assets, while enhancing and increasing agility and performance. This product has two license editions: Datacenter: For managing highly virtualized servers. Standard: For managing non-virtualized or lightly virtualized servers. The only difference between the editions is the number of…
In our previous article 7 ways to optimize your Azure costs today, we shared with you some of the options available to save costs on Microsoft Cloud. Today we want to talk about another option that adds to this list: Using your on-premises licenses with Azure Hybrid Benefit. Taking advantage of this special licensing offer is…
As a result of digital transformation, engaging with customers is multifaceted so expectations have risen dramatically. From generating initial interest, to delivering exceptional service and support, businesses must deliver connected experiences in every customer touchpoint. Therefore, Microsoft is introducing the Microsoft Customer Experience Platform, which gives organizations full ownership of their customers data to connect…
The pace in which the world has been evolving demands resiliency from retailers. Tools like Dynamics 365 allow them to create an intelligent supply chain, to quickly adapt to the constant changes and disruptions. Optimizing fulfillment, predicting supply chain risks, and enhancing supply chain visibility are three of the areas in which retailers have prioritized their…
How do I control Azure costs? Which subscription is required for Azure cost management? How do I track my Azure spend? What tools can I use to manage Azure budgets? These are the Google most asked questions regarding Azure cost and billing. Managing your cloud spending and focusing on what matters most to your organization…
In order to help our customers get the most out of their Microsoft products while optimizing costs, we’ve dedicated a series of articles in our blog to address the multiple licensing changes and price increases Microsoft announced for 2022. In this part of the series, we’ll talk about the (New Commerce Experience) NCE commitment options…
Microsoft offers flexible and affordable solutions for government, education, and nonprofit organizations through Microsoft Volume Licensing agreements that are tailored by their size and specific needs. These Microsoft cloud licensing for industries provide special terms and pricing, that align to the way these types of organization purchase software licenses and/or cloud services. Microsoft Cloud Licensing for…
When buying Microsoft Cloud products or services, it is important to know you have choices. From buying directly from Microsoft to buying from a Cloud Solution Provider (CSP), like Venti Exchange. Before deciding which option works best for your organization, you need to ask yourself these questions: What technical resources do we need to drive our digital…
In April 2021, Microsoft made the official name change of Office 365 to Microsoft 365. However, you will still come across two products: Office 365 and MS 365. Although these offerings grant access to the same set of apps, the difference lies in the additional benefits and costs. Microsoft 365 MS 365 is a bundle…
During 2021 Microsoft announced a considerable number of licensing updates, launches, and price changes that would take place in the following year. Now we are at the beginning of 2022, and there are certain things and dates organizations should look out for. Here is a list of the Microsoft licensing changes that will take place…
Recently Microsoft announced a new way customers can buy and consume licensing through the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program: The new commerce experience (NCE). In March 2022, Microsoft is launching the next phase of the new commerce experience, NCE for seat-based offers in CSP, as part of a transformational journey that is going to offer…
During the past few years, the demand for apps has increased to a point it is not sustainable for a company to hire enough high-tech developers. Today we know that incorporating low code to your development process is the best option to keep up with what the market is asking for. According to Microsoft, 84%…
Microsoft has been making numerous updates and changes to pricing and licensing in general. One of these substantial changes is the release of Office (Long-Term Servicing Channel) LTSC 2021 What is Office LTSC 2021? ‘’Office LTSC 2021 is the latest version of Microsoft’s productivity software that’s available to organizations through a volume licensing agreement’’ –Microsoft, 2021 …
Last month, Microsoft announced that pay-as-you-go pricing is now available for Power Apps. Businesses now have the option to purchase the Power Apps per app plan with an Azure subscription, in addition to the existing Power Apps per user and per app subscription plans that were already available. Power Apps is a data platform, as…
Today’s tech-savvy costumer, expects each touchpoint to be seamless, personalized, timely, and efficient. These new demands, have led to a rapid acceleration of customer engagement tools and making businesses act on customer feedback to deliver on the moment. However, many organizations are still falling short on these key activities, leading to more dissatisfaction and inefficiency.…
Power Apps is a data platform, as well as a suite of apps, services, and connectors, that provides an easy development environment to build custom apps for your business. By using Power Apps, you can quickly build custom business apps that connect to your data stored either in the underlying data platform or in various…
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Licensing offers purpose-built business applications integrating a modern and complete solution for SMB and enterprises to monitor specific processes through a management software. This applications helps your organization accelerate digital transformation, adapt and grow, engage with customers, empower employees, streamline operations, and reinvent products or business models. We hope this guide helps…
Today we will talk about something that challenges many decision makers as they switch to the cloud: understanding and selecting the most suitable Microsoft 365 licensing for their business. Types of Microsoft 365 Licensing There are three main types of Microsoft 365 licenses: Business plans – Limited to 300 users Enterprise plans – More than…
To continue with their digital transformation, Microsoft has created a new commerce experience. In June 2021, we talked about the option of buying Azure services through the Microsoft Customer Agreement. Now, on September 20 2021, Microsoft announced the launch of the next phase, in which seat-based subscriptions (Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Windows 365) will join…
Microsoft’s efforts to simplify licensing and improve customer experience continue. As a result, on September 1, Microsoft announced an update to Azure Product Terms: Its consolidation, under a single “Microsoft Azure” page, effective from October 1, 2021. The main purpose of this consolidation is to provide simplicity, and more clarity surrounding these terms. Here are…
If your business is deciding to migrate to Microsoft cloud services such as: Office 365, Microsoft 365, and Azure, you need to decide a pathway from Open Programs, Enterprise Agreement (EA) or purchase through a Cloud Solution Provider (CSP). If receiving constant support and maintenance is a priority for your business, buying your Microsoft Licensing…
Since the launch of Microsoft 365 in 2011, Microsoft has been innovating, adding applications and releasing over 1400 new capabilities. Teams, Forms, OneDrive, OneNote, Power Apps, and Power BI are some of the 25 applications that were added to MS 365 over the past 10 years. Communication and collaboration capabilities To boost communication and collaboration,…
When it comes to buying Microsoft cloud products and services, you have choices: buying from Cloud Solution Providers (CSP) like Venti Exchange or buying from Microsoft. There are 3 ways available…
Cloud services make the operation and management of any business easier. Thanks to its benefits your productivity, collaboration, and communication will improve. The first step is to buy…
Simply stated, licensing software in volume makes it easier and more affordable to run on multiple computers within a single licensing organization. Purchasing licenses in volume often reduces…
Most organizations use of software as an essential part of their operations for benefits such as streamlining processes.
So, integrating the right type and volume of Microsoft Software Licenses to your business is crucial to…
Enhancing productivity and collaboration, for employees and volunteers during these challenging times, has become a priority for nonprofits. As a result, many organizations are now looking to…
Microsoft 365 is the productivity cloud designed to help your business achieve what matters, in work and life, with best-in-class Office apps, intelligent cloud services, and advanced security. Through smart licensing you can improve…
Microsoft 365 is designed to help organizations achieve more with innovative technology such as Office apps, cloud services, and world-class security. Through its solutions like chatting, calling, meetings, and collaboration…
Microsoft 365 for Enterprise subscription is designed for large and medium-size businesses that need the most advanced productivity and security capabilities. Since many organizations are now focused on the new reality of hybrid work, enabling
The Microsoft Customer Agreement (MCA) was created to simplify your purchase experience by offering greater flexibility in how and where you buy from. It provides you with tools and terms to help you choose the most cost-effective
There’s been an ongoing debate: Perpetual Licensing vs. Software Subscription. If you’re struggling to decide whether one is better than the other, here we’ll help you clear your doubts.
Microsoft 365 has many features to help you do your best work and create aesthetic documents. For example, you can get premium templates, thousands of creative images, and many new premium features and apps.
Microsoft announced another step toward a new commerce experience: Microsoft’s Open License will end on January 1, 2022 for public sector –education, government, and nonprofit- customers.
The pandemic, remote work and digital life have managed to significantly accelerate the digital revolution in a short time. Although one year after the start of the COVID-19…
The speed with which innovation has advanced, directly affects the growth or decline of a company. Digital transformation is now an obligation
