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With the recent and present pandemic situations, \u201cWFH\u201d (Work From Home) & \u201cHybrid Office\u201d are terms that are becoming popular amongst businesses. What originally started as a necessity is quickly becoming a relevant requirement for some businesses to acquire the best talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There was a survey of employees with remote-capable jobs. The survey found that as of February of 2022, 42% of them were working a hybrid schedule. And 39% were working from home full time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These benefits of remote teams included cost savings for both workers and employers. It also allowed the company to operate with more flexibility. Improved worker morale was another advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Hybrid Office surprised many employers, widely assumed to reduce productivity, it often increased productivity in many circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hybrid teams need to stay connected, and the right technology tools can help them do just that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the leaders in this space has been Microsoft. The company plans to add several exciting updates this year. These will provide more tools for companies to enable their hybrid teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some new and existing ways that Microsoft 365 is helping the hybrid office<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The new Microsoft Teams application is more than just a team messaging app. It\u2019s an all-inclusive platform that combines features of virtual video meetings and chat channels into one secure work hub for your company, no matter where you are or who else may be on the call!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Over the past 5 years Microsoft have channeled much focus on their Microsoft Teams product and the company continues to add more features that particularly keep you connected no matter where you are. Some new features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While one of the challenges for hybrid teams is how best to coordinate, Microsoft plans on making it a bit easier with an update coming soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The new feature will allow users who are working remotely to mark themselves as attending virtually or in-person so that co-workers know whether they can count on you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Microsoft is updating their video conferencing software to allow for better face framing, which could help virtual meetings go smoother. With features like adjusting room views and having more consistent sizing Microsoft\u2019s new Surfaces Hub 2S Smart Camera helps make sure everyone in the meeting has an optimal screen space during conversations on Teams for Business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You may have experienced the challenge of trying to engage your audience when you\u2019re presenting wirelessly via video call. You can either look at their screens or talk over them while they type in an email, which makes it difficult for people reading and responding back who are not present during a meeting session because there\u2019s no opportunity for eye contact\u2013and sometimes even if someone does pay attention they\u2019ll only catch seconds before something else happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The new upcoming feature for Teams called Cameo will allow you to seamlessly integrate PowerPoint with MS teams. You can decide exactly how you want your video feed in relation and relative position on the presentation page, which makes it easy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recording Studio is a new feature for PowerPoint that allows you to record professional-looking on demand videos. You can do it right inside the app and then upload them straight away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Microsoft has invested in a lot of AI (Artificial Intelligence) capabilities with Microsoft 365. One AI feature that will help you deliver better virtual presentations is Speaker Coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a private and personalized AI coach. It can help you improve your presentation skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some of the feedback Speaker Coach can provide include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n