Communication and Collaboration

Modern Communication Platforms for Productive Collaboration

Efficient collaboration happens when communication, documents, and business processes work together seamlessly. Microsoft 365, Exchange, SharePoint, and the Power Platform provide the technological foundation for this – provided that deployment, operations, and governance are optimally aligned.

From Microsoft 365 consulting to technical implementation and long-term operations, DATAGROUP handles all services related to modern communication and collaboration platforms. As a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work, we offer Managed Microsoft 365, operate Exchange and Microsoft Teams environments – including telephony – guide companies through SharePoint migration, and support them in the secure use of the Microsoft Power Platform.

Managed Microsoft 365

Managed Microsoft 365 encompasses the administration, operation, and ongoing development of your Microsoft 365 environment. DATAGROUP handles tenant management, provides support for the implementation of new Microsoft 365 services, and ensures secure and stable operation.

As part of our Microsoft 365 consulting services, we tailor architecture, governance, and security concepts to your company’s specific needs. This includes Microsoft Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and other Microsoft 365 services.

Key Features:

Operation and Administration of Microsoft 365
Governance, security, and tenant management
Implementation and integration of Microsoft 365 Copilot

Microsoft Exchange for Secure Email Communication

Whether it's Exchange Online, on-premises, or a hybrid deployment – DATAGROUP handles the operation and administration of your Exchange environment.

Virus and spam protection, encryption, and ongoing maintenance ensure secure, highly available, and reliable email communication.

Key Features:

Operation of Exchange Online, traditional on-premises Exchange, and hybrid Exchange environments
Protection against spam, malware, and phishing
Encryption and high availability

Managed SharePoint for the Secure Operation of Your Collaboration Platform

With Managed SharePoint, DATAGROUP takes over the operation, administration, and ongoing development of your SharePoint environment. This includes the configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization of existing platforms – regardless of whether SharePoint is operatedon-premises, in the private cloud, or within Microsoft 365.

In addition, DATAGROUP supports companies through the SharePoint migration process – from analysis and design through technical implementation to successful deployment and subsequent routine operation.

Key Features:

Operation and Administration of SharePoint Environments
Continuous development and optimization
Planning and execution of SharePoint migrations

Managed Power Platform

The Microsoft Power Platform enables companies to digitize business processes and automate workflows. DATAGROUP handles the platform’s operation, support, and governance, and establishes the organizational and technical framework for its secure use.

In addition, we develop and operate custom Copilot bots based on Copilot Studio.

Key features:

Operation and Support of the Microsoft Power Platform
Governance for citizen development
Development and operation of custom Copilot bots

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Communication & Collaboration as Part of CORBOX

Communication & Collaboration is part of CORBOX, DATAGROUP’s modular IT service portfolio. Under the guiding principle “Corporate IT out of the Box,” CORBOX bundles standardized and certified IT services into an integrated operating model.

The Communication & Collaboration services integrate seamlessly with Cloud, Security, Workplace, Service Desk, and Network Services. This results in end-to-end operational processes, consistent governance structures, and clearly defined responsibilities for the entire Microsoft environment.

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Max Planck Society – Communication & Collaboration for Research and Administration

As part of a comprehensive IT outsourcing agreement, DATAGROUP operates the communication and collaboration services for the Max Planck Society’s central administration. These services include Microsoft SharePoint and the centralized provision of applications for approximately 2,100 clients. The range of services is complemented by a service desk, monitoring, and 24×7 operation of the central IT systems.

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LBS Südwest – Modern Communication & Collaboration for Over 1,300 Users

DATAGROUP provides core communication and collaboration services for LBS Südwest as part of a comprehensive IT outsourcing agreement. The scope of services includes, among other things, email services, a service desk, and user-oriented IT services for approximately 1,300 users. The services are being gradually migrated to the standardized CORBOX platform and are subject to continuous further development.

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Communication and Collaboration

What services are included in Managed Microsoft 365?

Managed Microsoft 365 encompasses the administration, operation, and ongoing development of the Microsoft 365 environment. This includes, among other things, Microsoft Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft 365 Copilot, tenant management, governance, as well as support and maintenance.

When is it worth getting Microsoft 365 consulting?

Microsoft 365 consulting is recommended when implementing new Microsoft 365 services, prior to a migration, or when governance, security, and compliance requirements need to be implemented in a structured manner. Strategic consulting also provides transparency and planning certainty when optimizing existing Microsoft 365 environments.

What is involved in a SharePoint migration?

A SharePoint migration involves analyzing the existing environment, planning the target architecture, securely transferring documents and permissions, and performing the technical migration and deployment. Afterward, we can take over the operation and further development of the SharePoint platform.

Can Microsoft 365 be used alongside existing Exchange or SharePoint systems?

Yes. Microsoft 365 can be integrated with existing Exchange and SharePoint environments in hybrid operating models. This allows migrations to take place in phases and enables organizations to continue leveraging their existing investments.

What are the benefits of centrally managing a Microsoft 365 environment?

Centralized management of a Microsoft 365 environment simplifies the administration of Exchange, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and other Microsoft 365 services. Consistent governance and security standards, centralized user management, and ongoing support ensure stable and secure operations. At the same time, new features can be rolled out in a controlled manner, and compliance requirements can be implemented efficiently.

Communication & Collaboration

Communication & Collaboration with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Power Platform