What is the difference between Microsoft 365 Business Standard and Business Premium?

The main difference is that Business Premium includes advanced security and device management features that can help you protect your data and devices from cyber threats and loss. In this post, I will explain some of these features and why they are important for your business.

Microsoft Defender for Office 365

Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is a cloud-based service that scans your email attachments, links, and files for malware, phishing, and other malicious content. It provides real-time protection against ransomware, spoofing, and impersonation attacks. It also alerts you and your IT team of any suspicious activity or attempts to compromise your accounts or data. It also integrates with other Microsoft 365 services, such as Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive, to provide comprehensive protection across your cloud environment.

By using Microsoft Defender for Office 365, you can reduce the risk of losing your data, money, or reputation due to cyberattacks. You can also improve your compliance with data protection regulations and standards, such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS.

Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that lets you manage and secure your mobile devices, apps, and data. You can set policies and rules to control how your employees access and use your company data on their devices. You can also remotely wipe or lock devices in case of theft or loss.

By using Microsoft Intune, you can ensure that your employees work securely and productively on their mobile devices. You can also prevent unauthorized access or leakage of your sensitive data.

Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Microsoft Endpoint Manager is a cloud-based service that lets you manage and secure your desktops, laptops, and servers. You can deploy software updates, patches, and policies to your devices. You can also monitor the health and performance of your devices and troubleshoot issues remotely.

By using Microsoft Endpoint Manager, you can keep your devices up to date and secure from vulnerabilities and threats. You can also optimize the performance and reliability of your devices.

Microsoft Information Protection

Microsoft Information Protection is a set of tools that helps you classify, label, and protect your sensitive data across devices, apps, and cloud services. You can apply encryption, access restrictions, and retention policies to your data based on its level of sensitivity. You can also track and audit how your data is used and shared.

By using Microsoft Information Protection, you can safeguard your confidential data from unauthorized access or disclosure. You can also comply with data governance and retention requirements.

These are just some of the security and device management features that Business Premium offers over Business Standard. By upgrading to Business Premium, you can enhance the security posture of your business and reduce the risk of data breaches, compliance violations, and reputational damage.

If you are interested in upgrading to Business Premium or want to learn more about its features and benefits, CIS Ltd can help. CIS Ltd is a Microsoft Gold Partner with over 30 years of experience in providing IT solutions and services to businesses of all sizes and sectors. We can help you assess your current IT needs, design a customized solution that meets your goals and budget, and provide ongoing support and training to ensure your success.

To get started, contact us today for a free consultation. We would love to hear from you and help you take your business to the next level with Microsoft Business Premium.