Microsoft 365 is a cloud-based subscription service that offers a range of productivity and collaboration tools for businesses of all sizes. Whether you need to create documents, communicate with your team, manage your email, or secure your data, Microsoft 365 has a plan that suits your needs and budget.

But not all plans are created equal. If you are currently using Microsoft 365 Business Basic or Microsoft 365 Business Standard, you might be missing out on some of the most powerful and valuable features that Microsoft 365 has to offer. In this blog post, I will explain why you should consider upgrading to Microsoft 365 Business Premium, the most comprehensive and secure plan for small and medium-sized businesses.

What is Microsoft 365 Business Premium?

Microsoft 365 Business Premium is the ultimate plan for businesses that want to get the most out of Microsoft 365. It includes everything that Microsoft 365 Business Basic and Microsoft 365 Business Standard offer, plus advanced security and device management capabilities that can help you protect your business from cyber threats, data loss, and unauthorized access.

With Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you get:

• Access to the full suite of Office apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Publisher, on up to five devices per user.
• 1 TB of cloud storage per user with OneDrive, plus the ability to share and collaborate on files with anyone inside or outside your organization.
• Business email and calendar with Outlook, with a 50 GB mailbox per user and custom domain name.
• Online meetings and chat with Teams, with up to 300 participants per meeting and 1 TB of shared storage for team files.
• Business apps and tools, such as Bookings, Invoicing, MileIQ, and Planner, to help you manage your appointments, invoices, mileage, and tasks.
• Advanced security features, such as Microsoft Defender for Office 365, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Cloud App Security, and Azure Information Protection, to help you detect and prevent malware, phishing, ransomware, and data leaks.
• Advanced device management features, such as Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and Windows 10 Business, to help you manage and secure your devices, apps, and data across Windows, iOS, Android, and Mac.

Why Should You Upgrade to Microsoft 365 Business Premium?

As you can see, Microsoft 365 Business Premium offers a lot more than Microsoft 365 Business Basic and Microsoft 365 Business Standard. But why should you upgrade? Here are some of the benefits that you can enjoy with Microsoft 365 Business Premium:

• You can boost your productivity and efficiency with the full suite of Office apps, online meetings, and business apps. You can work from anywhere, on any device, and collaborate with your team and customers in real-time.
• You can save money and time with a single subscription that covers all your needs. You don't need to buy separate licenses or services for security, device management, or business tools. You also get automatic updates and support from Microsoft.
• You can protect your business from cyberattacks and data breaches with advanced security features. You can monitor and control your data and devices, and prevent unauthorized access, malware, phishing, ransomware, and data leaks.
• You can comply with the latest regulations and standards with the advanced device management features. You can enforce policies and settings and manage and update your devices remotely. You can also use Windows 10 Business, which is designed for businesses and includes features such as BitLocker, Windows Hello, and Windows Information Protection.
• Lastly, Microsoft 365 Business Premium is a prerequisite license for Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365, making your users eligible using AI in their daily operations.

Conclusion

Microsoft 365 Business Premium is the best plan for businesses that want to get the most out of Microsoft 365. It offers everything that Microsoft 365 Business Basic and Microsoft 365 Business Standard offer, plus advanced security and device management capabilities that can help you protect your business from cyber threats, data loss, and unauthorized access.

If you are currently using Microsoft 365 Business Basic or Microsoft 365 Business Standard, you should consider upgrading to Microsoft 365 Business Premium. You can try it for free for one month as a Trial, and of course, the SureStep Ambassadors for Modern Work (Microsoft 365) are always available to you at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Contact us today to discuss secured productivity for SMB organizations.