Office 365: Complete Business Productivity Solution for Modern Workplaces
Microsoft 365 is a subscription based cloud-powered productivity suite that includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive with per-user monthly pricing starting from £4.40 in the UK giving businesses predictable costs, automatic updates, and access to apps from anywhere via cloud on any device; it includes familiar apps, and ai features are available in supported plans.
Microsoft 365 for business
Microsoft 365 for Business gives your team the tools they need to work productively, collaborate effectively and stay connected, wherever they work. From familiar applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint to Teams, Outlook, OneDrive and SharePoint, Microsoft 365 brings essential business tools together in one integrated cloud-based solution.
At Rydal, we help businesses choose, deploy and manage the right Microsoft 365 solution for their needs. Our Microsoft 365 services are designed to give your team access to the applications they need while helping protect your business data and reduce the technology roadblocks that can slow your business down.
"Which Microsoft 365 plan is right for my business?"
The right Microsoft 365 plan depends on how your business works, the applications your employees need and the level of security and device management you require. Microsoft offers flexible plans for businesses of different sizes, from essential cloud-based productivity tools to advanced security, compliance and enterprise capabilities.
Not sure which Microsoft 365 package is right for you? Below, we break down the key features of each plan to help you find the right solution for your business.
- Microsoft 365 Business Basic
Microsoft 365 Business Basic provides the essential tools your team needs to communicate, collaborate and work productively online. Employees can access Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote through web and mobile apps, making it a practical choice for businesses that don’t require desktop versions of Microsoft Office.
Key features include:
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote web and mobile apps
- 50 GB mailbox per user with professional email using your own domain
- Shared calendars and contacts
- Microsoft Teams for chat, meetings and video calls
- SharePoint Online for document libraries and collaboration
- 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage per user
- Built-in spam and malware protection
- Basic identity and access management
Best suited to: Businesses that primarily work online and need essential Microsoft 365 productivity and collaboration tools without desktop Office applications.
- Microsoft 365 Business Standard
Business Standard includes everything you need to work productively across desktop, web and mobile devices. Employees can install the full Microsoft Office applications on their devices while also benefiting from Microsoft’s wider collaboration and productivity tools.
Key features include:
- Full desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote
- Access and Publisher for Windows
- Installation on up to five devices per user
- 50 GB mailbox per user with custom domain email
- Microsoft Teams for communication and collaboration
- SharePoint for document management and collaboration
- Planner, Forms, Bookings, Loop and Clipchamp
- 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage per user
- Automatic application updates
Best suited to: Businesses that need the full Microsoft Office experience across employee devices, alongside cloud-based collaboration and productivity tools.
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Microsoft 365 Business Premium combines everything included with Business Standard with advanced security and management capabilities. It is designed for businesses that need greater control over their users, devices and business data.
Key features include:
- Everything included with Microsoft 365 Business Standard
- Microsoft Entra ID P1 for enhanced identity and access management
- Conditional Access policies
- Self-Service Password Reset
- Dynamic Groups
- Microsoft Intune for device enrolment and management
- Device compliance policies
- Remote device wipe capabilities
- Application protection and management
- Microsoft Defender for Business
- Advanced protection against malware and ransomware
- Advanced threat detection and response
- Security controls designed around Zero Trust principles
Best suited to: Businesses that need more advanced cybersecurity, device management and access controls alongside their everyday Microsoft 365 applications.
- Microsoft 365 Enterprise Plans
For larger organisations with more complex requirements, Microsoft 365 Enterprise plans provide expanded productivity, security, compliance and management capabilities.
Microsoft 365 E3 provides organisations with a comprehensive suite of desktop, web and mobile applications, together with additional security, compliance and Windows capabilities.
Key features include:
- Microsoft 365 desktop, web and mobile applications
- 100 GB mailbox per user
- Windows Enterprise upgrade
- Advanced compliance capabilities
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- eDiscovery
- Conditional Access
- Enhanced identity and security capabilities
- Enterprise-grade productivity and collaboration tools
Best suited to: Larger organisations that require enterprise productivity applications alongside stronger compliance, security and data management capabilities.
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Transform Business Challenges into Better Ways of Working
Microsoft 365 brings together the productivity, collaboration and security tools your team needs to work more efficiently. From enabling remote access and seamless communication to protecting business data, Microsoft 365 helps remove common technology barriers and gives your employees the tools they need to work smarter, wherever they are.
Common Business Productivity Challenges
Remote work collaboration difficulties
Teams working across locations struggle with file sharing, version control, and staying connected without a unified platform
Outdated software creating security risks
Running older versions of word, excel, and powerpoint leaves businesses exposed to vulnerabilities that attackers actively exploit
High upfront capital expenditure
Traditional on premises licensing, servers, and hardware require significant investment before any productivity gains are realised
Lack of real-time collaboration
Without integrated tools, project delays multiply as staff email documents back and forth, creating conflicting file versions
Gaps in compliance and data protection
Meeting GDPR requirements and managing data governance becomes increasingly complex without centralised security settings and policy controls
How Office 365 Solve Modern Business Needs
Cloud-based access on any device
You can access Microsoft 365 apps on all your devices, from devices pcs and Macs to mobile devices, meaning your team can work from anywhere with an internet connection.
Always up-to-date applications
Automatic updates ensure users receive the latest features and security updates automatically. No more manual patching, no more running vulnerable software.
Predictable subscription costs
The subscription service model shifts spending from unpredictable capital expenditure to manageable monthly per-user pricing.
Integrated collaboration tools
Microsoft Teams serves as a central hub for communication in Microsoft 365, combining chat, video meetings, and file sharing in one place
Enterprise-grade security
Microsoft 365 offers built-in advanced security features including multi-factor authentication.
How we get you started
No jargon, no pressure, just a clear path from where you are to genuinely secure.
Choose the Right Microsoft 365 Plan
We assess your business requirements and recommend the Microsoft 365 plan that best suits your users, applications, collaboration needs and security requirements.
Set Up Your Microsoft 365 Environment
We provision your licences and configure your Microsoft 365 tenant, including your domain, users, email and essential security settings.
Configure & Deploy Your Services
We configure Outlook, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive, while deploying the required Microsoft 365 applications across your business devices.
Provide Ongoing Support & Management
We provide user training and ongoing support, while managing your licences, users and security to keep Microsoft 365 running smoothly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Office 365
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How does migration to Microsoft 365 work with Rydal?
Rydal’s specialists handle migration from on premises or other systems, ensuring minimal downtime. Full training and onboarding are provided and the team can assist with desk set up for new starters to make sure the environment is ready with Office 365, antivirus, and monitoring tools.
Does Rydal provide Office 365 backup and recovery?
Yes. Rydal offers Office 365 Backup for SharePoint, OneDrive, Email, and Teams. This is essential as Microsoft’s standard service does not provide full long term backups. The add-on ensures data protection and cloud recovery.
What additional services or add-ons can be bundled with Office 365?
Clients often add services such as:
Email protection & spam filtering
SaaS Backup
Advanced security training
Password management tools
Mobile Device Management (MDM) for compliance.
Who manages licences and security policies?
Rydal manages the Microsoft 365 Admin Centre for user setup, licence allocation, security configurations (MFA and Conditional Access), and compliance. The Premium plan allows full enforcement of security baselines including device compliance and endpoint protection.
Is Microsoft Teams included in Rydal’s Office 365 offering?
Rydal manages the Microsoft 365 Admin Centre for user setup, licence allocation, security configurations (MFA and Conditional Access), and compliance. The Premium plan allows full enforcement of security baselines including device compliance and endpoint protection.
Can Rydal assist with compliance and data protection?
Yes. Rydal supports basic compliance policies, Conditional Access, and device encryption enforcement in Premium subscriptions. For advanced compliance or certifications, external partner solutions can be recommended
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