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Kevin Kieller, EnableUC and Craig Durr, The Collab Collective, discuss their perspectives with Tom Arbuthnot live from Comms vNext, exploring how AI is reshaping workplace collaboration.Comparing AI developments across UCaaS platforms, Microsoft's Copilot, Zoom's AI companion, and Google's Gemini.How AI is evolving from a tool to a teammate, with discussion on platforms integrating AI to enhance meeting and workflow effectiveness.The role of trust in AI adoption and how reliable AI interactions can increase productivity and streamline work processes.Future AI developments including agent orchestration and the integration of multiple AI systemsThanks to Kevin Kieller and Craig Durr for their insightful contributions and to SCB Global for sponsoring podcasts at Comms vNext

Watch on YouTube.In this UC Today exclusive, host David Dungay is joined by Microsoft experts Tom Arbuthnot, Kevin Kieller, Amanda Sterner, Ryan Herbst, Satish Upadhyaya, and Tom Halards for the highly anticipated Microsoft Teams Monthly Update.With Microsoft's staggering quarterly results and a raft of new Teams innovations, this conversation takes you behind the headlines into what's really happening — from Copilot's evolving AI personas to critical updates in Teams Rooms and Contact Center integrations. Whether you're a decision-maker, IT pro, or everyday Teams user, this episode is packed with can't-miss insights on the future of collaboration and communication.Microsoft Teams is evolving fast — and it's not slowing down.In this dynamic roundtable, the panel unpacks the biggest Teams stories and roadmap highlights you need to know:Microsoft's record-breaking financials and 430M+ M365 users: What's driving growth and where is Teams in the mix?Contact Center evolution with Unify certification and licensing enforcement: Major changes for integrated voice solutions.Copilot 2.0 and the rise of AI Agents: From assistants to "Agent Bosses" — why training and adoption are now essential.Rooms and Devices upgrades: Face recognition, translated captions, local PTZ controls, and facilitator AI agents for Android.Roadmap gems: Sensitive content detection, silent test calls, remote diagnostics, and much more.AI is rapidly transforming Teams into not just a collaboration tool, but a workplace operating system. This episode breaks down what's hype, what's here now, and what's just around the corner — with expert takes on every announcement.Connect with our hosts David Dungay and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:David DungayLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group. 

Tom Arbuthnot talks with Reto Schadegg, Global IT Infrastructure Manager at SCOR, about how they rolled out 200 Microsoft Teams Rooms across 35 countries in just 90 days.SCOR's delivered a rapid global deployment by leveraging prior standardization and planning.Neat Bar Pro was selected after hands-on testing, becoming the core device for most rooms.The rollout achieved a 40% reduction in operational costs and six-figure savings overall.A streamlined support model now manages 200 rooms with just 1.5 FTEs on second-line support.SCOR's shift to Teams Phone continues, aiming to phase out desk phones and reduce telecom costs.Thanks to Neat, this episode's sponsor, for their continued support and for helping to make content like this possible

Tom Arbuthnot chats with Michael Levy, CEO of Numonix, about what it really takes to deliver compliance-grade recording in Microsoft Teams.Compliance recording is centrally managed, encrypted, and built to meet regulations like GDPR and MiFID II.Microsoft certification requires rigorous audits, financial commitment, and ongoing platform alignment.Vendors must continuously adapt to Teams updates to maintain compatibility and compliance.Numonix powers advanced features like filtered recording, native Teams app support, and AI integration.Thanks for listening to this deep dive into compliance recording and how it's evolving with Microsoft Teams.

Tom Arbuthnot is joined by Microsoft's Evie Grimshaw to dive into bookable desks in Microsoft Teams and how they fit into the broader solution with Microsoft Places.Bookable desks work with existing Teams devices and software—no new hardware or installs are needed.Bookable desks supports end-to-end booking, from remote reservations to automatic in-office check-ins.Employees maintain control over location visibility with flexible opt-in privacy settings.Admins get actionable insights into desk usage via integrated analytics in Teams and Places.Upcoming updates will expand desk booking options and enhance intelligent peripheral mapping for admins.Thanks to Pure IP, this episode's sponsor, for their continued support and for helping to make content like this possible

Tom Arbuthnot speaks with Adam Holtby, a Principal Analyst at Omdia, about the evolving landscape of Teams Phone Mobile, mobile UCaaS integration and its strategic impact on organizations.Discussion Points:Challenges: Tom and Adam discuss the slow adoption of mobile UCaaS, highlighting the need for better integration between cellular networks and collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams and Cisco WebExOpportunity: The opportunity for telcos to become key integrators of advanced communication solutions, enhancing their business value.Strategic Benefits for Enterprises: A centralized approach to managing mobile and fixed collaboration tools can significantly reduce costs and improve operational efficiency for multinational companiesSecurity and Compliance: Benefits for regulated industries like financial services, where secure and compliant communication is essential.Thanks to Ribbon, this episode's sponsor, for their continued support and for helping to make content like this possible

Watch on YouTube.Join David Dungay and co-host Tom Arbuthnot as they welcome a power-packed panel of Microsoft Teams experts—Josh Blalock, Graham Walsh, Ryan Herbst, and Kevin Kieller—for April's can't-miss Teams Monthly Update. From AI agents that think for you to game-changing integrations, this episode dives deep into the updates reshaping the Microsoft Teams ecosystem.April's edition of Microsoft Teams Monthly is a whirlwind of Copilot agents, smarter rooms, and surprise integrations. Whether you're an IT pro, end user, or Teams nerd (no judgment here), you'll want to catch every minute of this one.Copilot Agent UpgradesNew “Researcher” and “Analyst” agents offer powerful multi-step reasoning for enterprise-grade insights.Interpreter Agent enters public preview with real-time voice translation in multiple languagesFacilitator Agent helps meetings stay on track with nudges, time checks, and agenda promptsTeams Phone + DynamicsMicrosoft debuts Teams Phone Extensibility for tighter contact center integrationsMajor ISVs jump on board—lowering costs, boosting flexibilityDevices, Devices, DevicesCisco brings Apple AirPlay to Teams RoomsPTZ camera controls come to Android MTRsYealink, Jabra, and others push M-DEP devices into general availabilityShure gets Teams Room kits officially certifiedFiles Tab Gets SmarterNew “Shared” tab consolidates links, OneDrive, and SharePoint files—finally solving Teams file chaosPlus: Event previews, live commentary, and a few laughs along the way.Connect with our hosts David Dungay and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:David DungayLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

Watch on YouTube.Welcome to UC Today's Microsoft Teams Monthly Update with David Dungay and Tom Arbuthnot! This month's episode is packed with game-changing updates, and we've got an expert panel to dissect every major development. Joining David are:Tom Arbuthnot – Microsoft Teams & UC expertJosh Blalock – Industry thought leaderSatish Upadhyaya – Microsoft specialistRyan Herbst – UC strategistWhat's on the agenda?Skype is officially dead! What does this mean for enterprises?M-DEP finally goes GA with the first certified device—what's next?Copilot's AI-powered call summaries & Intelligent Recap—are they game-changers?Microsoft's latest Teams admin and CarPlay updates—big wins for IT and mobile users.Skype Bows Out – What's Next?After decades of influence, Microsoft is officially shutting down Skype. But is this a big deal or just a relic of the past?M-DEP Hits the Market!The first-ever M-DEP-certified device is here! The Jabra PanaCast 50 VBS leads the charge in Android-based Teams Rooms, with more devices coming soon.AI Takes Over Teams MeetingsCopilot's AI-powered call summaries and Intelligent Recap for webinars & town halls bring next-level automation to enterprise meetings.New Tools for IT & Mobile UsersTeams Client Health Dashboard for proactive troubleshooting.Direct Routing SIP Call Flow Diagrams now available in Teams Admin Center.Apple CarPlay & Siri Enhancements make it easier to stay connected on the go.Plus: We break down what ChatGPT-4.5 means for Microsoft Copilot and the rise of AI competitors like DeepSeek!Connect with our hosts David Dungay and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:David DungayLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

Watch on YouTube.In this packed episode of UC Today, David Dungay is joined by a powerhouse panel of Microsoft Teams experts:Tom ArbuthnotAmanda SternerSatish UpadhyayaKevin KeelerRyan HerbstJosh BlaylockFresh from ISE 2024, the team dives into the latest Microsoft Teams innovations, including new hardware, Express Install setups, MultiCam capabilities, AI-powered super resolution, and the future of meeting room experiences.If you want insider knowledge on the latest Microsoft Teams updates, this discussion is unmissable!The Microsoft Teams ecosystem is evolving faster than ever, and ISE 2024 was packed with groundbreaking announcements. Our expert panel breaks down everything you need to know about Teams hardware, AI advancements, and smart meeting room solutions.ISE 2024 Highlights – The latest Jabra, Shure, Logitech, and MaxHub Teams-certified hardware for next-gen meeting spaces.BYOD vs. Native Teams Rooms – The ongoing debate: When does a business upgrade to a full Teams Room solution?MultiCam for Teams Rooms – Now generally available, enabling seamless multi-angle viewing in large rooms & classrooms.AI-Driven Super Resolution – How Microsoft is using AI to upscale low-quality video in poor network conditions.Microsoft Teams Panels & Room Occupancy – Real-time sensor data now prevents those “awkward walk-ins” during meetings.Microsoft-Android Partnership (M-DEP) – The latest OEM partnerships and what it means for Teams hardware innovation.Microsoft Teams is redefining the way we work—from AI-powered enhancements to streamlined hybrid collaboration. If you're an IT leader, UC strategist, or Microsoft Teams power user, this episode is a goldmine of insights!Connect with our hosts David Dungay and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:David DungayLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

In Episode 65 of the UCStatus Podcast, hosts Randy, Mark, and Shawn welcome special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering Cloud for a fluid discussion on Teams and M365, reflecting on past changes and future predictions.

In a podcast crossover, Tom Arbuthnot joins friends Randy Chapman, Mark Vale, and Shawn Harry in episode 65 of the UC Status Podcast, where they discuss all things Microsoft Teams, AI, and future innovations.What were the big Microsoft Teams features of 2024, and a look at the Roadmap for 2025The impact of Teams Premium on user experiences and how businesses are leveraging its features, including branding, intelligent recaps and integration with external platformsThe increasing support of BYOD roomsCopilot's future trajectory and how AI will impact contact center

Migrating unified communications (UC) systems has long been a nightmare for enterprises — plagued by downtime, hidden costs, and legacy PBX complexities. But what if those challenges were a thing of the past? In this exclusive UC Today session, Rob Scott sits down with industry experts to introduce Teleport by Nuwave — the groundbreaking tool that redefines UC migrations for service providers and enterprises.With insights from Mark Bunnell, COO at Nuwave, alongside Tom Arbuthnot, a Microsoft Teams expert, and Zeus Kerravala, a renowned industry analyst, this session dives deep into the transformative power of Teleport. Discover how this innovation eliminates the headaches of UC migrations and prepares businesses for a disruption-free future.Key Discussion Points:UC Migration Headaches: The panel dissects why migrations have historically been fraught with inefficiencies and hesitation, from legacy system complexities to soaring costs.Teleport in Action: A deep dive into Teleport's game-changing capabilities, featuring a live demo showcasing its automation and simplicity.Industry Impact: How Teleport is poised to revolutionize sectors like healthcare, government, and enterprises still reliant on outdated PBX systems.Expert Insights: Honest reactions from Tom Arbuthnot and Zeus Kerravala on why Teleport stands out as a transformative solution for customers and partners.Ready to leave legacy headaches behind? Visit nuwave.com to explore Teleport or connect with Nuwave's team for a personalized demo. Don't forget to subscribe to UC Today for more industry insights and innovations!

To kick off the year, David Dungay was joined by Tom Arbuthnot of Empowering.Cloud, and Graham Walsh from Neat to explore the latest news from the Teams ecosystem.This discussion sheds light on the latest updates that enhanced Microsoft Teams' functionality, customer engagement tools, and AI-driven capabilities. Here's what you'll discover:Copilot Updates:Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, with agents, coming in JanuaryThe Microsoft 365 app (desktop and mobile) will also be named "Microsoft 365 Copilot" Microsoft Copilot extending to Teams and OutlookNew Pay-as-you-go billing model for Agents in SharePoint alongside Copilot Studio now has a Pay-As-You-Go experience Promotional access to Agents in SharePointDuring a promotional trial period running from January 6, 2025, through June 30, 2025, organizations with 50 or more Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses will automatically receive 10,000 additional queries per month for agents in SharePoint, giving users without Copilot licenses access to create and use agents.Using Copilot agents in group chats - FebTeams Updates:The new Microsoft Teams Chat and Channels experience Facilitator and translated agents SMS coming to teamsQueues app barge and whisper Monitor Whisper Barge and Takeover - MarchService level realtime stats coming to Microsoft Teams Queues App FebruaryPlaces development AOSP + mandatory android updates + MDEP Microsoft Teams: Meeting recap can be shared as a linkCaptions in Teams Rooms on Windows will support additional languages and real-time translationConnect with our hosts David Dungay and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:David DungayLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

As the year comes to a close, Rob Scott, joined by Tom Arbuthnot of Empowering.Cloud, and other renowned Microsoft Teams experts, explores the standout moments and innovations from 2024.This lively discussion sheds light on the game-changing updates that enhanced Microsoft Teams' functionality, customer engagement tools, and AI-driven capabilities.Here's what you'll discover:Top Numbers & Stats: Insights into Microsoft Teams' user base growth, including 20M Teams Phone users and 1M Teams Rooms milestones.AI Innovations: Key features like Intelligent Recap and the upcoming Translator Agent poised to redefine how global teams collaborate.Contact Center Expansion: The rise of Dynamics 365 Contact Center and its integration with Teams and Azure Communication Services.Big Tech Upgrades: The seamless rollout of Teams 2.1, advancements in BYOD management, and the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP).Don't miss the panelists' predictions for 2025, including the anticipated impact of CoPilot, AI, and Teams Premium growth. Whether you're strategizing for hybrid work, streamlining your tech stack, or curious about the latest trends, this episode has something for everyone!

Watch on YouTube.Welcome to the Microsoft Teams News Show, brought to you by UC Today! In this episode, Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering Cloud are joined by a VIP panel of Teams experts to break down the latest and greatest updates from the Teams world.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Rob Scott, Publisher at UC TodayTom Arbuthnot, Empowering CloudJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist, JabraKevin Kieller, Co-Founder & Lead Analyst, enableUCGraham Walsh, Director, Global Technical Sales, Alliances, NeatRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.com Here's what we cover:Microsoft Copilot's First Birthday: We share fun facts and stats about how Copilot is revolutionizing productivity.Microsoft Quarterly Earnings Results: Insights into Microsoft's financial performance and the impact of AI investments.Microsoft Teams Queues App GA: How the new Queues app enhances call queue management.Digital Signage in Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows: Exploring use cases and business benefits.Microsoft Copilot Autonomous Agents: What autonomous agents are and how they streamline business operations.Microsoft Places Roadmap: The latest on hybrid workspace optimization.Upcoming Industry Events: Key dates for Microsoft Ignite, Teams Fireside Chats, and more.Thanks for watching, and be sure to subscribe for more essential Microsoft Teams news and insights!Stay ahead of the curve by exploring these new features in your own Teams environment. Connect with our regular hosts Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:Rob ScottLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

In this month's episode of our Microsoft Teams news show, Kieran Devlin, Tom Arbuthnot and UC Today's panel of Microsoft Teams experts discuss the latest news impacting the Teams ecosystem:In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Kieran Devlin, Technology Journalist, UC TodayTom Arbuthnot, Empowering CloudJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist, JabraSatish Upadhyaya, Microsoft Unified Communications Architect, SOFTEL CommunicationsGraham Walsh, Director, Global Technical Sales, Alliances, NeatAmanda Sterner, Employee Experience & Productivity Expert, Xenit ABExciting Teams Phone Updates! Pay-As-You-Go Calling Plans, Callbacks for Call Queues, Enhanced Survivable Branch Appliance, Operator Connect expansion, and more. How will these enhance your calling experience?Teams Rooms 5.2 Release: The release encompasses experience dynamic video tile resizing, Cloud IntelliFrame in room previews, and much more with the latest Teams Rooms update. What do you think of the enhanced video features?Microsoft Places Launching Soon! Microsoft Places will be generally available in Q4 CY24, with deployment beginning in November. Two new service plans—Places (core) and Places Premium—will be part of Teams Premium. How will this new feature reshape your workplace?Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 Announcements! Swathes of new features, including dynamic collaboration with pages, BizChat features, as well as updates for Copilot in Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, OneDrive and Word.Voice and Vision in Copilot Consumer Updates: An AI companion designed for everyone. Are you excited to explore the future of AI in your everyday tasks?Events and Plugs:The Teams Fireside chat covers the Queues App with Stella Lin and Cassandra Marrero on October 10Microsoft Teams Devices Ask Me Anything covering EMEA/NA and APAC on October 22 and 23Microsoft Ignite takes place November 19-21The Converged Communications Partner Sales Bootcamp occurs 2-4 and 3-5 DecemberMicrosoft UC User Group London takes place on November 27Stay ahead of the curve by exploring these new features in your own Teams environment. Connect with our regular hosts Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:Rob ScottLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to

Dive into our SEPTEMBER 2024 Microsoft Teams Show!In this month's episode of our Microsoft Teams news show, host Rob Scott returns with a deep dive into the latest updates and features that are reshaping the Teams ecosystem. Joined by Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering Cloud and a panel of Microsoft Teams experts, the discussion covers significant advancements, from contact center enhancements to AI-driven meeting summaries.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Rob Scott, Publisher at UC TodayTom Arbuthnot, Empowering CloudSatish Upadhyaya, Microsoft Unified Communications Architect, SOFTEL CommunicationsKevin Kieller, Co-Founder & Lead Analyst, enableUCGraham Walsh, Director, Global Technical Sales, Alliances, NeatAmanda Sterner, Employee Experience & Productivity ExpertWhether you're an IT professional, a business leader, or simply a Teams enthusiast, this episode offers invaluable insights into how these updates can improve your collaboration experience.Callback for Call Queues: Microsoft Teams now lets callers request a callback instead of waiting on hold. Discover how this game-changing feature could revolutionize customer service operations.Intelligent Recap for Ad-hoc Meetings: Coming in October, Intelligent Recap will bring AI-driven summaries to spontaneous meetings and calls. Find out how this feature could transform your meeting follow-ups.Channel Cards: Quick overviews of channel activities are now at your fingertips with the new Channel Cards. How will this impact team collaboration in Teams?Town Hall Reactions & Graph APIs: New reactions and Q&A export features are here for Town Halls in Teams. Explore how these tools enhance large-scale events and meetings.Voice Isolation on MacOS: AI-powered noise suppression is now available for Mac users. Learn why this feature is a must-have for hybrid work environments.Rooms and Devices:Custom Backgrounds in Teams Rooms on Android: Customization just got a boost! Find out how custom backgrounds in Teams Rooms on Android can elevate your meeting experience.Join Zoom Meetings with ID on Teams Rooms on Android: Joining Zoom meetings just got easier on Teams Rooms. What does this mean for businesses juggling multiple platforms?Dynamic Video Tile Size in Teams Rooms on Windows: Teams Rooms on Windows now adjusts video tile size based on room occupancy. Discover how this dynamic feature enhances video conferencing. Direct Recording in Teams Rooms on Windows: Start and stop meeting recordings directly from Teams Rooms on Windows. Learn how this feature simplifies the recording process.PowerPoint Live in Cloud Video Interop: PowerPoint Live presentations can now be displayed as video content in Cloud Video Interop. See how this boosts remote presentation quality.BYOD Participant Roster Grouping: The new participant roster grouping in Teams BYOD rooms brings individual identification and meeting intelligence to the next level.Yealink Teams Phones on MDEP: Yealink's new Teams phones run on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform. What does this mean for the Teams device landscape?Events and Plugs:

Watch on YouTube.Dive into our AUGUST 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Tom Wright teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what's new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Ryan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist at JabraMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Earnings FY24 Q4 Modern Work Insights Multiple Teams Client Improvements Speaker recognition for all Teams Rooms on Windows Microsoft Teams devices updates / Chat Notification Service Depreciation Teams Displays End of support September 2025 Microsoft to discontinue Microsoft 365 connectors in Teams (but extends deadlines to move to Power Automate)Connect with Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:Rob ScottLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

Dive into our July 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Rob Scott teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what's new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comMicrosoft Teams NewsEuropean Commission's Objections: Discussion on the European Commission's formal statement of objections to Microsoft regarding the bundling of Teams with Office 365/Microsoft 365.Microsoft Teams Phone Intelligent Call Recap: Now generally available, part of Teams Premium or Microsoft 365 Copilot license.Recording and Transcription Policies: New policies for recording and transcription including explicit consent requirements.Copilot Sales Plugin: AI assistant for sales meetings and CRM integration.Intelligent Translation of Chats: Automatic language translation in text chats.Multi-tenant Enhancements: Improvements for organizations with multiple tenants.Custom Backgrounds for Teams Rooms Panels: Consistent branding inside and outside meeting rooms, available with Teams Rooms Pro license.SIP Interoperability: Enhanced interoperability with third-party services through Pexip.Teams Events Virtual Converge Partner Bootcamp (APAC): July 8th to July 10th, 9 PM to 1 AM PDT.Teams Fireside Chat with Traci Herr: July 11th, discussing Intune and Android devices.Microsoft Teams Devices Ask Us Anything: July 15th and 16th.Connect with Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:Rob ScottLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

Dive into our July 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Rob Scott teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what's new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comMicrosoft Teams NewsEuropean Commission's Objections: Discussion on the European Commission's formal statement of objections to Microsoft regarding the bundling of Teams with Office 365/Microsoft 365.Microsoft Teams Phone Intelligent Call Recap: Now generally available, part of Teams Premium or Microsoft 365 Copilot license.Recording and Transcription Policies: New policies for recording and transcription including explicit consent requirements.Copilot Sales Plugin: AI assistant for sales meetings and CRM integration.Intelligent Translation of Chats: Automatic language translation in text chats.Multi-tenant Enhancements: Improvements for organizations with multiple tenants.Custom Backgrounds for Teams Rooms Panels: Consistent branding inside and outside meeting rooms, available with Teams Rooms Pro license.SIP Interoperability: Enhanced interoperability with third-party services through Pexip.Teams Events Virtual Converge Partner Bootcamp (APAC): July 8th to July 10th, 9 PM to 1 AM PDT.Teams Fireside Chat with Tracy Her: Date TBD, discussing Intune and Android devices.Microsoft Teams Devices Ask Us Anything: July 15th and 16th.Connect with Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:Rob ScottLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.Join our new LinkedIn Community Group.

Dive into our JUNE 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Rob Scott teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what's new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCSatish Upadhyaya, MVP, Microsoft 365 UC ArchitectRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comMicrosoft Teams NewsCopilot+ PCs and Microsoft RecallTeam Copilot - a new personal assistant?Places Public Preview - 'an app that reimagines flexible work'Bookable Desks in Microsoft Teams updateA big drop of new capabilities to help you manage Microsoft Teams channelsIntelligent Recap updates - even more language support announcedCustom emojis and reactions - dangerous or fun? or both? We discussSlash commands to complete tasks more quicklyLive Events retirement delayedRoadmap - some cool new features coming up! Teams Events Teams Fireside Chat - Juan Rivera, Microsoft Corporate Vice President for Teams Calling, Meetings and Devices - June 13Microsoft Teams Devices Ask Me Anything - June 17 (EMEA/US) and 18 (APAC)Virtual Converged Communications Partner Technical Bootcamp - June 18 - 20Microsoft UC User Group London - June 19 - WPP office, LondonExperts LiveCommsverse - June 26 - 27

Robert Skyrme, BT/EE Technical Pre-Sales Consultant and Tom Arbuthnot explore everything Teams Phone Mobile, including its benefits and real-world use cases for field workers, sales teams and engineering teams.Teams Phone Mobile is an integration of the mobile identity with Microsoft Teams, eliminating the need for separate telephone numbers and voicemailsIt allows users to make and receive calls from Teams on various devices, seamlessly migrating calls between the native mobile dialer and TeamsThe integration is done at the network level, allowing users to take advantage of Teams features for every call, including compliance recording.The service is currently available through select mobile operatorsUse cases for Teams Phone Mobile include field workers, sales teams, engineering teams, and those focused on compliance or CRM integrationThanks to Landis, this episode's sponsor for helping to make content like this possible!

Richard Barrett, Microsoft 365 Technical Specialist and Tom Arbuthnot discuss the power of meeting recording, transcription and AI tools in Microsoft Teams, and how organisations balance the importance of explicit consent, controls and policies.How explicit consent for recording and transcribing meetings worksThe ability to control access and also easily share recordings where appropriateImportance of controls and policies regarding transcripts for industries dealing with sensitive data such as law firms and financial servicesThe value of AI-powered features such as Copilot and Intelligent Recap in saving time and enhancing productivityThanks to Luware, this episode's sponsor, for your continued support of the Empowering.Cloud community!

Dive into our MAY 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Kieran Devlin teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what's new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist at JabraRandy Chapman, Solutions Engineer in Video Collaboration, LogitechTeams NewsMicrosoft is reportedly developing its own AI platform to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT. What does this mean for Microsoft, its AI strategy and its OpenAI partnership?Microsoft Quarterly earnings - 20 million Teams Phone users, an increase on 17 million last JulyOver one million Microsoft Teams Rooms customersTeams Rooms on Windows 5.0 - Lots of new features for Teams Rooms!New Teams update now on Teams RoomsZero Touch Deployment with Windows AutopilotSkype for Business DeprecationMeeting Chat shown by default in Gallery View for Teams Rooms on WindowsMicrosoft Teams Rooms Pro Portal Remote Access - How does it work and could it be a gamechanger for IT admins?Restricted SharePoint search began rolling out in public preview for Copilot for Microsoft 365New Notebook for Copilot (on the web) - What exactly is it and how does it work?Teams Events European Collaboration Summit - May 14-16Microsoft Teams Devices Ask Me Anything - May 21-22Microsoft Build, Seattle and Online - May 21-23UCX Manchester - May 21-22Teams Fireside Chat with Juan Rivera - June 13Commsverse - June 26-27

Fellow MVP Adam Ball, Co-founder of Cloud Revolution and Tom Arbuthnot discuss the role of AI in contact centers, and the trends in cloud phone migration and meeting room technology.The potential of AI to disrupt the contact center industryThe growing trend of cloud to cloud migration for PhoneWhat customers really want from meeting room technologyOptimising project efficiency and cost-effectiveness through large scale, fast and concurrent deploymentsThanks to AudioCodes, this episode's sponsor, for your continued support of the Empowering.Cloud community and helping to make content like this possible.

Dive into our APRIL 2024 Microsoft Teams Show! Host Rob Scott teams up with special guest Tom Arbuthnot from Empowering.Cloud to unpack recent updates and announcements. Joined by a panel of seasoned Teams experts, find out what's new in the Teams ecosystem.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCJosh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist at JabraBIG NEWS: Microsoft to Decouple Teams from Office – A Global Game-Changer!Teams Phone's New HorizonsThe upcoming Queues app in Teams Premium (Summer 2024) Reliability redefined with a Teams Phone service level agreement promising 99.999% uptime Strategic Survivable Branch Appliance Enhancements Teams Phone Mobile's new operator rosterTeams Phone Devices Enhanced Teams Phone devices UI for streamlined call handling directly from your phone's home screen. Multi-task like a pro with improved multi-call handling. Sophisticated contact management for swift communication. Remote admin controls via TAC for bulk configuration and contact managementMeetings and Rooms RevolutionJosh Blalock announces Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP) launches with Jabra and Yealink. AV1 enhancement for screen sharing in Teams — expect lower bandwidth usage and smoother frame rates. IntelliFrame's automatic camera switching and multiple camera view for a richer remote experience. Upcoming intelligent speaker recognition and transcript attribution for a more inclusive meeting atmosphere. Simplified join options with ultrasound proximity, QR code, and meeting ID features. Copilot's Intelligent EvolutionCopilot compose enhancements bring smarter interactions to Teams chat. Intelligent call and meeting recaps in Teams Premium and Teams Mobile. Teams Events Comms svNext - April 23Microsoft 365 Community Conference - April 30 - May 1 -2Teams Fireside chat - May 9 Commsverse - June 26-27

My newsletter: https://simonowens.substack.com/    The rise of cloud computing introduced all sorts of benefits for the enterprise software space. Not only could license holders access their accounts from virtually anywhere, but it also allowed the software companies to issue updates on a more regular basis. But this also made the sector a lot more complicated and created a need for more experts who could educate cloud software customers about the intricacies of the tools.   Tom Arbuthnot is one of those experts. For over a decade, he's been a Microsoft MVP and Microsoft Certified Master, and he spent a significant amount of time in the early 2010s educating the public about these products through blogging and conference talks. But then in early 2022 he realized that there was a market opportunity for a media company to cover these products. That year, he launched Empowering Cloud, an online community that produces a mixture of videos, live calls, and other educational materials centered around Microsoft's cloud technology.   In my interview with Tom, we talked about the site's launch, how he finds sponsors, and why he decided to lock most of the company's content inside a community platform that requires a login.  

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatSatish Upadhyaya, MVP, Microsoft 365 UC ArchitectAmanda Sterner, Microsoft MVP, Technical Architect, Advania – Knowledge FactoryMicrosoft Teams News Copilot for financeCopilot new languagesTeams RoomsAndroid Rooms Big UpdateDaily maintenance restart window for Teams Rooms on Android devicesControl your Teams Room with your Windows PC on both Windows and AndroidMicrosoft Teams now supports Android AutoTeams Phone96 countries now on Operator ConnectPrivate line is now availableSelect IP phone models from Snom compatible with SIP GatewayPublic preview of Azure Operator Call ProtectionEventsChannel Partners Conference & Expo - 11 MarchTeams Fireside Chat - 14 MarchEnterprise Connect - Everything a Teams Service Owner needs to know - 25 MarchCommsVNext - 23 AprilIgnite has a date! In Chicago and online - 18-22 November, 2024

Tom Arbuthnot of Empowering.Cloud shares his insights about enabling immersive collaboration at the office, and shares some of the top trends he's seeing in Teams Rooms design.Here's the ISE rAVe AI/Copilot interview with Tom and John Bailey we mentioned.You can sign up for the March 6, 2024 webinar hosted by Empowering.Cloud here:"The Power of Bringing Together Collaboration, Communications and AI with Microsoft Teams" During this podcast, we discuss:- Front row setup in Signature Microsoft Teams Rooms- How Microsoft responds to customer needs and continues to enhance both its hardware and applications. - The role AI plays in Microsoft Teams- Surface Hub 3 interactive display trends and whiteboarding-  How to ensure rooms and devices are updated and available when needed- Device management and monitoring trendsLearn more about Empowering.Cloud.Explore AVI-SPL Microsoft solutions and services.Get AV and unified communications news delivered to your inbox.Follow AVI-SPL: Linkedin Twitter YouTube

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCMicrosoft Teams News10 years of Satya NadellaHighlights from ISE 2024Android Roadmap UpdateMicrosoft Teams and other Office Apps on the Apple Vision ProImprovements for BYOD meeting spacesMicrosoft Copilot for Sales and Copilot for Service are now generally availableDecorate your Teams Video background now GA (Premium)EventsMicrosoft Teams Devices Ask Me Anything - 19-20 FebruaryTeams Nation Online - 21st FebruaryMicrosoft Teams Phone Summit - 5-7 MarchMicrosoft UC User Group London at Poly EEC - 7 MarchEnterprise Connect - Everything a Teams Service Owner needs to know - 25 March

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's special guests:Satish Upadhyaya, Microsoft Unified Communications Architect, SoftelAmanda Sterner, Technical Architect, AdvaniaMicrosoft Teams NewsNew Front Line Worker Teams Phone LicenseOperator Connect in IndiaIs 2024 the year of Copilot or the year of Premium?Join Teams work meetings from Microsoft Teams (free) and vice versaLoop components in Teams channelsTeams Android AutoEventsISE 2024 - January 30-February 2Teams Fireside Chat - February 8Microsoft Teams Devices Ask Me Anything - February 19-20

Join Rob Scott from UC Today for an insightful 2024 Microsoft Teams predictions show! We're delighted to have Tom Arbuthnot, a renowned Microsoft Teams expert and co-founder of Empowering.Cloud, on board to discuss this year's exciting predictions.Our panel of Teams experts shared their insights on the evolving landscape of Microsoft Teams. From the integration of AI and mobility solutions to the potential expansion of Microsoft Calling Plans, we cover a wide range of topics that promise to shape the future of teamwork and technology.Key Predictions:Prediction #1: Teams Phone Mobile User Numbers by Patrick WatsonPrediction #2: AI and Teams Premium Enhancements by Tom ArbuthnotPrediction #3: Copilot's Slow Adoption for SMBs by Graham WalshPrediction #4: Microsoft's In-House Contact Centre Solution by Dan BalitewiczPrediction #5: The Rise of Copilot and Changes to Teams Premium by Kevin KiellerPrediction #6: Teams Integration with Social Apps by Josh BlalockPrediction #7: Copilot as the New Voice Assistant by Randy ChapmanPrediction #8: Global Expansion of Microsoft Calling Plans by Satish UpadhyayaPrediction #9: The Year of Teamwork by Amanda SternerPrediction #10: Next-Level Teams Rooms Experience by Ryan HerbstPrediction #11: Higher Adoption of Viva Engage by Ståle HansenPrediction #12: Enhanced Employee Engagement in Teams by Rob Scott

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines from Microsoft Ignite with this month's special guests:Kevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCJosh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist at JabraSatish Upadhyaya, Microsoft Unified Communications Architect, SoftelRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comPatrick Watson, Head of Research, Cavell GroupStåle Hansen, Founder, CEO and Principal Cloud Architect, CloudWayMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft 365 Copilot in Teams Channels and Teams Phone, including post callIntelligent recap will be included with M365 Copilot in DecemberTeams Phone: Voice isolation was announced, Private Line, Website click to call, Shared CallingMicrosoft Teams Rooms: Multi-stream and Cloud IntelliFrame, Speaker recognition with existing devices, Windows Autopilot and One-time password deployment, Pro portal remote access, Ultrasonic proximity join, Teams live events on Teams RoomsTeams Rooms on Android: Premium features support and calendar view updateSurface Hub 3Teams Rooms on Windows: First 4k device and sub-$1000 Microsoft Teams RoomsShared Space discovery and reporting via Teams desktop client with Pro Management Service QR codes for space reservation and Teams Display Sign-inBYOD Rooms - Teams Shared Display Mode3D Meetings Coming to Teams in January, Immersive Spaces and Microsoft Mesh generally available soon

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot and a panel of experts from the Microsoft Teams community.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's panel of special guests:Graham Walsh, Product Specialist at NeatKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCAmanda Sterner, Technical Architect, AdvaniaJosh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist at JabraSimon Leyland, Independent Consultant, AlloquySatish Upadhyaya, Microsoft Unified Communications Architect, SoftelMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Q1 Results320 million Microsoft Teams monthly active users10,000 customers using Teams PremiumMicrosoft Teams Rooms revenue grows triple-digits for nine consecutive quartersGeneral Availability of the new Microsoft Teams app"Enterprise" General Availability of Microsoft 365 CopilotMicrosoft Teams Android 9 Phones certification end date extensionOperator Connect – 77 Operators, 77 countriesSurface Hub 3 shipping dateMicrosoft Teams Integrates with DALL-E for AI-Generated BackgroundsEventsMicrosoft Ignite -  November 15–16Call & Contact Centre Expo, London - November 29-30Cavell Enable  - November 28Microsoft UC User Group London - November 28Teams Fireside Chat with Ilya Bukshteyn - December 

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines.Microsoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Unbundles Teams in EUTeams Essentials and Phone Discount Bundle Pricing – US and UKMicrosoft Teams Rooms on Windows 4.18Teams Panels Update 3 – QR codesCloud Video Interop – down to two providers, Pexip and CiscoHotline phones for TeamsAlgo IP devices for overhead paging, alerts and door entries are supported with Teams SIP GatewayEnd of support for connecting to Skype for Business server in Microsoft Teams Rooms on WindowsJamie Stark – Teams Fireside Chat September 2023 – 14th September 2023Microsoft UC User group London at Cisco London Office – 19th September 2023UCX Europe – UC EXPO 4-5th OCThttps://ucxevents.io/

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines.Microsoft Teams NewsCopilot to GA for Enterprises 1st November Microsoft Mesh enters preview in October, including a new Teams experienceNew Surface Hub 3 Microsoft Teams RoomsShared Calling is Generally AvailableATA's on Teams SIP GatewayBT launch Teams Phone Mobile in the UKEventsUC Expo - 4th-5th October 2023South Coast Summit - 13th-14th October 2023Microsoft Envision London at ExCel London - 18th October 2023Teams Fireside Chat with Karuana Gatimu - 25th October 2023

Watch on YouTube.UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot. In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines.Microsoft Teams NewsMicrosoft Unbundles Teams in EU Teams Essentials and Phone Discount Bundle Pricing - US and UK Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows 4.18 Teams Panels Update 3 - QR codes Cloud Video Interop - down to two providers, Pexip and Cisco Hotline phones for TeamsAlgo IP devices for overhead paging, alerts and door entries are supported with Teams SIP Gateway End of support for connecting to Skype for Business server in Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows Jamie Stark – Teams Fireside Chat September 2023 - 14th September 2023 Microsoft UC User group London at Cisco London Office - 19th September 2023 UCX Europe - UC EXPO 4-5th OCThttps://ucxevents.io/Connect with Rob Scott and Tom Arbuthnot on socials here:Rob ScottLinkedInTwitterTom ArbuthnotLinkedInTwitterThanks for watching, if you'd like more content like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's panel of special guests:Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist at JabraSatish Upadhyaya, MVP, Microsoft 365 UC ArchitectKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft FY2023 Q4 Results - 17M Teams Phone SeatsMicrosoft Inspire announcementsCopilot Pricing and Bing Chat EnterpriseCopilot for Teams PhoneCopilot for Teams ChatShared CallingTeams Phone in India with PartnersMaxHub CertificationEU Antitrust Inquiry into Microsoft Teams BundlingForthcoming EventsTeams Fireside Chat, SeptemberMicrosoft UC User Group, London, September in Person with Michel Bouman from Microsoft

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's panel of special guests:Graham Walsh, Microsoft MVP & Product Specialist / Strategic Alliances EMEA, NeatScott Riley, Founder, Cloud NexusSatish Upadhyaya, MVP, Microsoft 365 UC ArchitectSimon Leyland, Independent Consultant, AlloquyMicrosoft Teams NewsMicrosoft 365 Copilot licensing details and readiness adviceMicrosoft Teams Rooms on Windows 4.17MTR-A Update 2 2023 Rolling outNew Microsoft Teams Rooms Technical Solutions Professional 2023 (expertzone)Microsoft Teams certification end date for Android 9 devices has been extended from August 5th to November 5thMicrosoft Teams Real-Time Meeting Quality Monitoring NotificationsMicrosoft Teams Apple Car Play ImprovementsNew Teams client expected to GA October, new Microsite with more detailsForthcoming EventsMicrosoft Inspire GTM Pre-Day on Monday, July 17 – Microsoft Community HubTeams Fireside Chat, JulyMicrosoft Teams Devices – Ask Me Anything Monthly Teams Call

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.In this update, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's panel of special guests:Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist, JabraGraham Walsh, Microsoft MVP & Product Specialist / Strategic Alliances EMEA, NeatRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comKevin Kieller, Co-Founder and Lead Analyst, enableUCAmanda Sterner, Technical Architect, Advania - Knowledge FactoryMicrosoft Teams NewsIntelligent Meeting Recap GAAvatars GA and Immersive SpacesTrack and Pause Automatic Firmware Updates for Android-based Teams Devices in the Teams Admin CenterCloud Video Interop (CVI) Customers to Join Microsoft Teams Rooms Meetings via Improved SIP Guest Join ExperienceNews from Microsoft Build - Copilot in WindowsVirtual Front Desk on Teams Certified DisplaysEasier Hotdesking Sign-in with QR Code UpdateDeadlines Approaching ⚠Migrate 3PIP phonesUser Licences on Teams RoomsForthcoming EventsTeams Fireside Chat, JuneInfocomm, June 10-16, Orlando, FloridaCommsverse, June 21-22, Mercedez-Benz World, UKMicrosoft UC User Group London, July 6thTeamsdagen, October 4th, Sweden

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.Hot on the heels of Comms vNext and Microsoft 365 Conference, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's panel of special guests:Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist, JabraGraham Walsh, Microsoft MVP & Product Specialist / Strategic Alliances EMEA, NeatScott Riley, Founder, Cloud NexusRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comIn this session, we discuss Microsoft's 300 million MAU announcement and more crucially the unbundling of Microsoft Teams from the M365 suite of apps.Plus, the following headlines:Microsoft Teams NewsFirst Android 12 Microsoft Teams RoomsPoly dropping their RealConnect Service in Favour of PexipGreen screen feature in Teams Meetings - Public PreviewSnapchat Lenses for Microsoft TeamsPhone Link for iOS is now rolling out to all Windows 11 customersMicrosoft Copilot / M365 Conf newsForthcoming EventsMicrosoft Unified Communications User Group London, 11th May at PolyTeams Fireside Chat, 11th May at 16:00 BSTUC EXPO Manchester 2023 - May 17-18, Manchester CentralCrestron Modern Work Summit, May 23-24, Madrid

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.Hot on the heels of Enterprise Connect 2023, we talk through the most popular Teams news headlines with this month's panel of special guests:Josh Blalock, Microsoft MVP & Chief Video Evangelist, JabraSimon Leyland, Independent ConsultantRandy Chapman, Microsoft MVP for Teams & Solutions Engineer, Video Collaboration, LogitechGraham Walsh, Microsoft MVP & Product Specialist / Strategic Alliances EMEA, NeatMicrosoft Teams NewsCopilot DemoFollow a MeetingInterrogate TranscriptNew Teams Client PreviewBYOD Devices - CrestronSurface Hub 2S: Now a Teams Rooms on Windows DeviceMicrosoft Android OSTeams DisplaysQR Code Join and Virtual ReceptionistClick to Call from Browser to TeamsDevicesCisco Devices CertifiedPoly Studio X70EcosystemLandis CertifiedEvents and PlugsTeams Fireside ChatComms vNext - this monthCrestron Modern Work Summit - May 23-24

Rob Scott from UC Today is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and co-founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot, to discuss this year's #MicrosoftTeams predictions shared by leading experts from the Teams community.1. Ryan Herbst, UnifiedCommunications.com2. Patrick Watson, Cavell Group3. Simon Leyland, CloudInteract4. Scott Riley, Cloud Nexus5. Randy Chapman, UC Status6. Kevin Keiller, EnableUC7. Graham Walsh, Neat8. David Dungay, UC Today9. Zeus Kerravala, ZK Research10. Mark Vale, CommsverseMicrosoft Teams EventsUC Summit 2023 launches 23rd Janhttps://www.uctoday.com/summit/ISE, Barcelona, 31st Jan – 3rd Febhttps://www.iseurope.org/Teams Fireside Chat – 9th February, Adam Ballhttps://teamsfireside.chat/Cavell Cloud Comms Summit London, 8th Marchhttps://cavellgroup.com/events/ccs-lo...CommsvNext, 25th and 26th April, Denver, Cohttps://www.commsvnext.com/#Microsoft #Predictions

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and co-founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.Together they talk through the most popular Teams news headlines, plus, after the news, they dive into some open Teams Q&A with a panel of special guests including:Randy Chapman, Solutions Engineer, Video Collaboration, LogitechMark Vale, Chief Product Office, CallrouteRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comScott Riley, Founder, Cloud NexusGraham Walks, Product Specialist / Strategic Alliances EMEA, Neat

UC Today host Rob Scott is joined by Microsoft Teams Expert and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, Tom Arbuthnot.Together they talk through the most popular Teams news headlines, plus, after the news, they dive into some open Teams Q&A with special guests including:Scott Riley, Founder, Cloud NexusRyan Herbst, Vice President & Chief Device Strategist, UnifiedCommunications.comMicrosoft Teams NewsMonster features update coming for Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android:Quickly start an ad-hoc meeting with the Meet buttonJoin Teams meeting with ID and passcodeExtend a current room reservation within a meetingFront row layout and meeting chat in Gallery, Large Gallery, and Together modeHDMI or USB-C content can be automatically shared or require pressing the share buttonShare laptop sound into the room/meeting when sharing content via HDMIRoom users can now add annotations to a screen share if the MTRoA has a touch displaySupport for Teams Premium Watermark-enabled meetingsMicrosoft Teams News (Continued)Teams Calendar and Press to Join is coming to Apple CarPlayTeams PowerShell 5.0Microsoft Teams Explicit Recording Consent Meeting PolicyCisco Webex Contact Center is now Certified for Microsoft TeamsEventsEnterprise Connect: 27-29th March, Orlando, FloridaTeams Fireside Chat - March: Nikki ChappleApril Illya - TeamsInsider.ShowHot Topics DiscussedTWO new Teams devices releasedTeams Premium edition - what do we think so far?Live captions and translation - reality?

UC Today host Rob Scott and expert guest and Microsoft MVP, Tom Arbuthnot bring us this DECEMBER 2022 Microsoft Teams news update sponsored by NUWAVE.This month's news highlights include:Microsoft Teams News & EventsMicrosoft named a Leader in 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Unified Communications as a Service, WorldwideMicrosoft has added Microsoft Teams calling plans for MexicoEnding the year on 43 Microsoft Teams Operator Connect service providersMicrosoft Teams Games for Work appMicrosoft Teams Panels room occupancy sensors.EventsUC Summit launches 23 JAN 2023, we're taking hybrid head on! Register now here.ISE 2023, 31 January - 3 February 2023, BarcelonaMWC 2023 end of FebCloud Comms Summit - London - early MarchEnterprise Connect - end of March

For this episode, I spoke with For this episode, I spoke with Tom Arbuthnot (@tomarbuthnot), Microsoft MVP and Co-Founder of Empowering.Cloud, on his Unified Communications (UC)-related post-Ignite takeaways and what is happening within the Microsoft Teams community You can find more information on my guest on my blog at www.buckleyplanet.com/2022/10/collabtalk-podcast-episode-63-with-tom-arbuthnot.html

UC Today host Rob Scott and expert guest and Microsoft MVP, Tom Arbuthnot bring us this NOVEMBER 2022 Microsoft Teams news update sponsored by NUWAVE.

UC Today host Rob Scott and expert guest and Microsoft MVP, Tom Arbuthnot bring us this OCTOBER 2022 Microsoft Teams news update sponsored by CallCabinet.This month's news highlights include:Microsoft Teams News & EventsEmpowering.Cloud reaches over 1,000 membersMicrosoft Teams optimized for Apple silicon rolled outInvite live professional language interpreters to a Microsoft Teams meetings GANew in Microsoft Teams Public Preview, Choose real-time Live Captions in your preferred languageMicrosoft now selling #Microsoft eCDN (Enterprise Content Delivery Network)A new certification from Microsoft, Microsoft Teams Backup & Restore Certification - Veeam Software and Rubrik are the first ISVs to be certifiedTake third-party payments right in a Teams meetingsMicrosoft Teams is adding a schedule send for Teams ChatLogitech Brio 500 & 505 Cameras certified for Microsoft Teams

UC Today host Rob Scott and expert guest and Microsoft MVP, Tom Arbuthnot, bring us this September 2022 Microsoft Teams news update sponsored by Pexip.This month's news highlights include:New Microsoft Teams Rooms Basic and Pro licencesPay As You Go Calling PlansSkype for Business 3PIP Phones move to Microsoft Teams SIP Gateway – MC409857Azure Communication Services interoperability with Microsoft Teams GAPoly Rove DECT Wireless Phones now Microsoft Teams supported with Teams SIP GatewaySkype for Business Server vNextEventsUC Expo Europe 2022: 12-13 OctMicrosoft Ignite. October 12–14, 2022South Coast Summit, Southampton UK 13th-15th October