With Microsoft's recent changes in licensing and the on-premises subscription model, I'm curious about what alternatives might work well for businesses. I'm looking for email solutions that also include calendar functionality, and since we need to use Office packages due to collaboration with other companies, it's important that any alternative works well with Outlook. Have you considered any other options?
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Have you thought about moving your on-prem setup to the cloud? It could simplify things, but I get that management might be hesitant if you've experienced issues during busy periods before.
We've always been a strict on-premises organization, but we decided to shift to Exchange Online because of the licensing changes. It’s really improved over the years, and it seems like they aren't focusing much on on-prem options nowadays.
There are a few alternatives you could check out! Zoho Mail and Proton for Business are solid options, and Google Workspace might suit your needs too. If you're leaning towards on-premises, Kerio Connect could help with calendar syncing. Just weigh the pros and cons!
Honestly, Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 are probably the top contenders for enterprise email solutions right now. Sometimes it feels like it's just a necessary expense for business, much like paying salaries. It’s surprising that more IT folks don’t advocate for alternatives!
We've had a similar experience. We were heavy on-prem too, but switched to Exchange Online about five years ago and haven't looked back. It was a great decision for us!
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