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Upcoming commercial preview of Microsoft Office LTSC
At Microsoft, we believe that the cloud will power the work of the future. Overwhelmingly, our customers are choosing the cloud to empower their people—from frontline workers on the shop floor, to on-the-go sales teams, to remote employees connecting from home.![Cortana Daily Briefings on a mobile device. User holds a cup of coffee. Next to the coffee is a breakfast dish.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2020/05/Cortana-Briefing-featured-image-300x183.png)
Making it easier to stay caught up with Cortana in Microsoft 365
With recent events leading to the world’s largest work-from-home shift, we could all use some assistance to stay caught up with work while juggling personal responsibilities.![Image of three workers collaborating beside a desktop.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/11/Ignite-all-up-1b-300x150.png)
From new Microsoft Teams experiences to the all-new Project Cortex—here’s what’s coming soon to Microsoft 365
Today at the Microsoft Ignite conference in Orlando, Florida, we announced new Microsoft 365 innovations in six key investment areas: productivity, knowledge, workflow, security, compliance, and management.![](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/08/FastTrack-guidence-for-Windows-10-deployment-card-300x183.jpg)
Speed up your Windows 10 deployment with new FastTrack guidance
Upgrading and updating complex technology environments is no small task. To support you through every step of your Windows 10 deployment, we made investments to help you assess compatibility, make informed decisions, and reduce cost and complexity.![Image of an office worker examining an email on his laptop.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/07/Improving-the-Office-365-app-experience-in-virtual-environments-card-300x183.jpg)
Improving the Office app experience in virtual environments
Microsoft 365 is designed to help organizations digitally transform workplace collaboration. Many customers that I work with use virtualization, and they’re always looking for ways to cut costs and improve the user experience.![Image of four workers collaborating in a lounge.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/05/New-to-Microsoft-365-BANNER-1-300x113.png)
New to Microsoft 365 in May—new tools to streamline compliance and make collaboration inclusive and engaging
This month, we’re introducing new tools to help simplify compliance, app updates to boost productivity, and features to foster secure, collaborative user experiences. Here’s a look at what’s new in May.![Image of a woman using a pen on a tablet.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/05/Helping-small-businesses-CARD-300x183.png)
Helping small businesses protect their greatest asset—their data
Entrepreneurs around the world face a range of challenges—from attracting and retaining talent in a tight labor market to changes in workplace norms—that make having the latest tools available on any device a competitive imperative. Being more efficient can free you up to do what you do best—and put your focus on customers and employees.![Image of a worker in a warehouse working on a tablet.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/03/Windows-Virtual-Desktop-GRID-300x169.png)
Announcing the public preview of Windows Virtual Desktop
Last September, we announced Windows Virtual Desktop and began a private preview. Since then, we’ve been hard at work developing the ability to scale and deliver a true multi-session Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus virtual desktop and app experience on any device.![Two coworkers collaborate over a document on a desk.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/03/Shift-to-Microsoft-365-card-300x179.jpg)
Now is the time to make the shift to Microsoft 365
The end of support for Windows 7 is less than a year away. Many of you are well on your journey to migrate to Window 10 and Office 365, as they provide the most productive, secure, and cost-effective experience for users and IT departments.![On office worker wearing a headset turns his head to react to a coworker.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/02/M365-monthly-update-BANNER-300x113.png)
New to Microsoft 365 in February—advancing security and empowering a modern workplace
This month, we released several new capabilities to help you stay ahead of threats, create a more productive workplace, and keep you in the flow of work. Here’s a look at what’s new in February.![](https://www.microsoft.com/en-za/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2019/01/M365-new-offerings-card-300x183.jpg)