Business Email: Mission Critical for Nonprofits
As a Minnesota-based IT Managed Services firm, Sovran has worked with numerous nonprofits and understands the unique challenges they face. One of the most critical tools that nonprofits rely on for communication is email.
Email is an essential part of a nonprofit’s day-to-day operations, from fundraising to volunteer coordination to internal communication. But not all email services are created equal, and nonprofits need an email service that is reliable, secure, and cost-effective.
Enter Microsoft 365 Business Basic. This subscription service provides nonprofits with everything they need to communicate effectively while also staying within budget.
Here’s how nonprofits can make email work better with Microsoft 365 Business Basic, provided by Sovran, a Microsoft Gold Partner. To discuss options with our team, contact Sovran today at (651) 686-0515 or fill out our contact form.
Take Advantage of Business-Class Email
Microsoft 365 Business Basic includes business-class email powered by Microsoft Exchange. This means that nonprofits can benefit from features such as shared mailboxes, calendars, and contacts.
Nonprofits can also set up distribution lists to streamline communication with their stakeholders. And with 50 GB of mailbox storage per user, nonprofits don’t have to worry about running out of space.
Use Web & Mobile Versions of Office Apps
Microsoft 365 Business Basic includes web and mobile versions of Office apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This way, nonprofits can access their documents from anywhere, at any time. Nonprofits can collaborate on documents in real time and make edits on the go.
And with OneDrive, nonprofits can securely store their files in the cloud and access them from any device. This includes 1TB of cloud storage per user, which nonprofits can use to store files and documents securely.
Nonprofits can also use SharePoint to create a shared workspace where team members can collaborate on documents in real time.
Communicate & Collaborate with Teams
Microsoft Teams is a collaboration platform that enables nonprofits to chat, call, and meet with up to 300 attendees. Teams integrates with Outlook, SharePoint, and OneDrive, making it easy for nonprofits to work together on projects. Teams also includes features such as file sharing, screen sharing, and virtual backgrounds, making it a versatile tool for nonprofits.
Nonprofit Security Features
Microsoft 365 Business Basic includes standard security features such as two-factor authentication, data encryption, and spam filtering. Nonprofits can also use Microsoft Intune to manage devices and ensure that their data remains secure.
Local Billing, Support, and Management
Sovran, a Minnesota-based Gold Partner with Microsoft, provides billing and subscription management support for nonprofits. This means that nonprofits can focus on their mission, while Sovran takes care of the technical details.
Nonprofits can access anytime cloud services phone and web support, with Tier 1 Support including live phone support provided directly by Sovran. This means that nonprofits can get the help they need when they need it.
Microsoft 365 Business Basic is an excellent option for nonprofits that want to make email work better.
With business-class email, web, and mobile versions of Office apps, Teams for communication and collaboration, 1TB of cloud storage per user, standard security features, billing and subscription management support, and anytime cloud services phone and web support, nonprofits can communicate effectively while staying within budget.
And with Sovran, a Microsoft Gold Small and Midmarket Cloud Solutions partner, nonprofits can rest assured that they’re getting the support they need to succeed.
Business Email: Mission Critical for Nonprofits
We hope you have a better understanding of the benefits of using Microsoft 365 Business Basics with support from Sovran for your nonprofit!
If you’re interested in learning more about how Sovran can help with your nonprofit’s email and IT services, contact us today at (651) 686-0515 or fill out our contact form.