If you use SharePoint Alerts to get email notifications when files are added or lists are updated, you’re not alone. You may or may not have heard that Microsoft is planning to retire this long-standing feature.

Our work continues to evolve and new tools roll out faster than most teams can keep up. Think Copilot. That’s the idea behind KnowledgeWave’s All‑Access Live Webinar Package, designed for professionals and organizations that believe training should be flexible, relevant, and budget-friendly. For just $299 per year, members get unlimited access to all of our live webinars covering Microsoft 365, professional development, and security awareness. Attend anytime, anyplace. Our All-Access Package is available for individuals at businesses and works great for state and federal employees.

We’re proud to share that several universities have recently selected KnowledgeWave over LinkedIn Learning for their staff training programs. It’s a shift that speaks volumes—not just about cost or content, but about what truly drives engagement and long-term learning success.

Microsoft has introduced a new URL as part of its rebranding of the Microsoft 365 experience. The updated web address for the Microsoft 365 Copilot app is m365.cloud.microsoft. This aligns with Microsoft’s broader move to unify its services under the cloud.microsoft domain.

If you visit the old URLs like office.com or microsoft365.com, they’ll automatically redirect you to the new one. So you don’t need to update your bookmarks just yet—but it’s a good heads-up that the branding and access points are evolving.

As a leader at an IT managed services company, you know how critical it is to deliver projects that keep your clients happy and your business growing. Project management is the foundation of making that happen. It’s not about fancy tools or jargon. It’s about planning well, using resources wisely, and keeping everyone on the same page.

Let’s talk about why project management training matters for your business and how it can make a real difference. And, spoiler alert, we offer the necessary project management training with a generous discount for our valued MSP partners!

In today's fast-paced digital world, productivity tools are essential for managing tasks efficiently. Microsoft Copilot is one such tool that promises to revolutionize the way we work. However, with multiple versions available, it can be challenging to understand what each version offers and how it fits into your workflow (and your budget).

If you've been hearing about Microsoft Teams Premium and Copilot for Microsoft 365, you might be wondering, do I need both, or can one tool handle everything? In this blog post, we'll break down the key differences, explore unique features, and help you decide whether Teams Premium, Copilot, or both are right for you.

In today's fast-paced world, the need for effective and efficient training solutions is more critical than ever. Enter KnowledgeWave's Training-as-a-Service (TaaS) model—a blended approach that leverages the power of training videos of varying lengths and live instructor-led training to address your team's unique learning needs. By offering flexible and adaptive training solutions, KnowledgeWave is transforming the way organizations implement ongoing professional development, deliver just-in-time training, and handle user support.

Starting a new job is an exciting and often overwhelming experience. The initial days are crucial in setting the tone for an employee's journey with your organization. At KnowledgeWave, we understand the importance of effective onboarding and we are committed to delivering training solutions that ensure seamless and productive integration for new hires. Our experience has shown that new employees benefit enormously from our end-user training services, which include both live and on-demand options.

A Totally Unnecessary Disclaimer (That You’ll Appreciate)

This blog post started with a simple observation—a casual thought experiment typed into ChatGPT. "Some people are using Copilot (including Microsoft 365), ChatGPT, Grok, etc., and have the need to treat it like a 'Sports Team,' like one has to be the winner."

AI (Artificial Intelligence) has created a technological revolution that will change the way we work, relate to one another, and help us help those we serve. The integration of AI into the workplace is an inevitable shift that promises to reshape the future of work. AI is a tool of innovation that drives efficiency, creativity, and productivity for the workplace. This blog will explore how your organization will re-define their business model to be able to support the technical underpinnings to make AI work for you. 

In today's fast-paced work environment, effective communication and organization are key to success. Microsoft Teams has always been a powerful tool for collaboration, and with its latest update, it's taking things to the next level. The new chat and channels experience in Microsoft Teams is designed to streamline communication and enhance productivity.  Not ready to change, we show you at 1:42 how to get the Teams tile back. Jump to Video

Hey everyone! Big news from Microsoft – they've just dropped some awesome updates for OneDrive that are going to make our lives so much easier. If you're a fan of OneDrive, you're in for a treat! I’ll share some changes and at the end of this post you’ll find a video that you can watch that should many of these new changes.

Webinars are short, focused training sessions that take place online.  Depending on the subject matter and the learner, we find that live webinars are preferred by many over other training modalities.

KnowledgeWave has scheduled and released a new ongoing and repeating Microsoft Office 365 Orientation series of live webinars for our members. Microsoft 365, although released a while ago, is still new to many people.