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28.06.2023

News & Communication

WM REPLY RECOGNISED AS A FINALIST OF 2023 MICROSOFT EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE PARTNER OF THE YEAR

WM Reply today announced it has been named the finalist of Employee Experience 2023 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award. The company was honoured among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation and implementation of customer solutions based on Microsoft technology.

White Paper

A Guide to Landing Microsoft's Copilot at your Organisation

WM Reply’s latest report is a guide to help organisations adopt Microsoft's Copilot, a new AI-powered tool that can assist users with various tasks such as writing code, creating presentations, or composing emails. It’s particularly useful to anyone who is building a business case for copilot or in the early stages of their organisations journey.

Best Practice

Hybrid work audit

How to optimize your hybrid work strategy to ensure employees collaboration, cybersecurity management and a smooth integration with your company culture.

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SharePoint Intranet

Case Study

Ensuring Supplier Inclusion and Diversity with Co-op

Co-op wanted a place for their suppliers and partners to connect, learn and share with each other around topics of inclusion and diversity within the workplace and beyond. WM Reply helped them create the perfect solution with a Hub built on SharePoint Online. 

SharePoint Intranet

Case Study

Computacenter's Intranet Migration

Explore how WM Reply worked with Computacenter to migrate their intranet from SharePoint 2013 to a modern experience using SharePoint Online and leveraged WM Reply's Accelerator to improve the intranet's overall functionality. 

SharePoint Intranet

Case Study

EDF and WM Reply: Building an Intranet with Purpose

EDF, one of the UK's largest providers of energy, wanted an Intranet that would improve the Employee Experience for their people and would tie back to thier mission to Net Zero. With that goal in mind, ENZO was born with the expertise of WM Reply's Accelerator for SharePoint.

15.06.2022

Event

THE AI SUMMIT 2022

The AI Summit global series delivers the content and networking opportunities to ensure that the industry decision-makers are fully equipped to fulfil their AI road map, and to bring your company into the 4th Industrial Revolution. Reply, as an Industry Partner, will be presenting exciting live demos and giving you the opportunity to put our latest AI applications to the test during the two-day gathering!

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09.07.2021

News & Communication

WM Reply Recognized as a Finalist of the 2021 Microsoft Employee Experience Partner of the Year Award

WM Reply today announced it has been named a finalist of the Employee Experience 2021 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award.

02.03.2021 - 04.03.2021 / Live Event

Event

Microsoft Ignite

Microsoft Partners Cluster Reply, Solidsoft Reply, Valorem Reply and WM Reply, are participating in "Microsoft Ignite" with a single virtual stand where participants can discover all the latest on Microsoft solutions.

Modern workplace

Case Study

"I think the Platform is a work of art."

Transport for London (TfL) are using native SharePoint Online functionality to deliver their intranet. Supported by WM Reply's Accelerator to deliver an enhanced experience, TfL have migrated away from three legacy intranets onto a unified Platform, positioned right at the heart of their digital workplace.

20.10.2020 / MICROSOFT

News & Communication

Microsoft announces milestone in digital learning

Tech giant Microsoft has revealed that over 500,000 UK residents have increased their skillset with new digital abilities over the last three months, using free online study courses.

27.08.2020 / MICROSOFT

News & Communication

Getting more out of Microsoft Teams

It’s fair to say that life after Covid 19 is going to be very different for every single one of us. Will we return to offices? Will we have a combination of office and working from home? Will we move to permanent home-based working? Whatever your solution, it has never been more important to think about how you make the most of your collaboration tools! That’s where Microsoft Teams comes in.

26.08.2020

News & Communication

New Microsoft partner launches powerful laptop for learning

A dual device, the Kano PC laptop features an innovative design that enables users to remove or click new parts into place as they increase their IT skills. Recently released around the world, the product rollout coincides with an announcement from Kano, introducing its new partnership with Microsoft.

19.08.2020

News & Communication

Financial tech firm joins Microsoft in new cloud initiative

London-based fintech company Finastra has now signed an agreement with Microsoft to assist financial firms all over the world in taking advantage of the tech-giant’s cloud platform Azure, and the state-of-the-art digital tools it offers enterprises.

12.08.2020

News & Communication

UK transport company uses Microsoft tech for fresh insights

The Go-Ahead Group, one of Britain’s major transport companies, is employing Microsoft’s Power BI and cloud-based platform Azure to collate data in a single place so it can benefit its passengers.

05.08.2020

News & Communication

British Building Society Plans to embed Teams

Following its successful use during lockdown with many employees working remotely from home, UK financial institution Nationwide Building Society now plans to embed Microsoft’s communication platform Teams into its brand new digital centre.

29.04.2020

News & Communication

New focus on remote working for Microsoft Stores

Close to 2,000 employees normally working at Microsoft’s numerous retail outlets around the globe have now provided virtual training to 65,000 individuals in multiple sectors, including healthcare, finance, education, and government.

27.04.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft aids consortium to make NHS ventilators

Major UK technology, engineering and industrial enterprises from a host of sectors – including automotive, aerospace and medical – have formed a consortium, combining expertise to create medical ventilators, helping the NHS meet the demands of COVID-19.

23.04.2020

News & Communication

Printer manufacturers test Microsoft solution to save money

The Ricoh Company is testing out a wide range of tools created by Microsoft at its Shropshire-based factory in order to lower the quantity of toner it loses when its equipment fills containers.

20.04.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft releases new collaborative crisis application

In reaction to recent events regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, an app that allows colleagues to communicate effectively during a crisis has been released by Microsoft.

22.04.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft releases edge zones for cloud platform

Microsoft has announced the official launch of Edge Zones for its cloud computing service Azure. The release of Edge Zones will enable users of Azure to now bring all their applications straight to the Redmond-based firm’s edge locations.

30.07.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft initiative supports remote learning during COVID-19 outbreak

Schools identified by Microsoft to have an investment in technology are helping teachers across the country to action remote learning options for students now at home under lockdown.

27.07.2020

News & Communication

Cutting-edge communication software adopted by NHS Scotland

All NHS employees in Scotland will now use Microsoft’s collaboration and communication platform Teams to work while battling the coronavirus outbreak.

24.07.2020

News & Communication

Legal firm alters future work strategy with Microsoft solution

Following the end of the UK government’s lockdown restrictions, Slater and Gordon Lawyers is planning to change how staff are working long-term after successfully employing Microsoft Teams in its business processes during the pandemic.

24.07.2020

News & Communication

UK government seals cloud deal with Microsoft

The government’s executive agency, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), has now signed a non-binding agreement with Microsoft.

16.07.2020

News & Communication

Chatbot gives Scottish NHS patients COVID-19 help

People in Scotland requiring assistance and information regarding coronavirus are now able to get help via a chatbot. Read more now.

14.07.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft Solution Unites London University

Imperial College in London’s upmarket South Kensington district is using Microsoft Teams to help both students and faculty members communicate during the COVID-19 crisis.

10.07.2020

News & Communication

NHS to save several hundred million from Microsoft agreement

A new deal struck between Microsoft, NHSX and NHS Digital is expected to save the National Health Service nine-figure sums and give digital tools in Microsoft 365 to eligible organisations across England. Read more now.

Video Blog

Returning to the Office, a 'New Normal' with Dr Laurence Lock Lee

From Business analytics to horse manure and much more. In this three part interview, Dr Laurence Lock Lee discusses the future of working and what it may look like when we return to a ‘New Normal’.

24.06.2020 / English Language

Webinar

Fall in Love with Modern SharePoint

WM Reply discussed and demo all things Modern SharePoint! We explored Modern SharePoint's capabilities and showed how it is more configurable, accessible (especially on mobile), and secure.

17.06.2020 / English Language

Webinar

Fall in Love with Teams: Put Your Frontline First

During this webinar WM Reply explained how you can maximize productivity, streamline processes, and strengthen the connection between the office and the frontline.

12.05.2020

News & Communication

New North West office space opened by Microsoft

In accordance with its ongoing partnership with University Academy 92 (UA92), Microsoft has opened a brand-new office space in the city of Manchester, giving students the opportunity to interact with Microsoft professionals on a day-to-day basis, while studying and working alongside them.

17.04.2020

News & Communication

OneNote used in keylogging phishing campaign

A recent phishing campaign has been discovered to be using Microsoft’s OneNote digital notebook program, which auto-saves and synchronises noted to get past detection features in order to get malware onto target’s systems.

14.04.2020

News & Communication

New features now available for Microsoft Teams

Microsoft’s collaboration and communication platform Teams has been upgraded with enhanced tools. Developed to facilitate working in groups with improved integration, the new capabilities also advance the Microsoft’s ongoing endeavour to make Teams the go-to chat platform for enterprise use.

Power Platforms

Microsoft Teams

'Chat, Meet, Call, And Collaborate, All In One Place With Microsoft Teams'

Digital Workplace

Case Study

British American Tobacco - From Skype for Business to Teams

British American Tobacco was the first FTSE 100 company in the UK to fully migrate from Skype for Business to Teams only, shutting down Skype for Business for good, and WM Reply helped them do it.

18.03.2020

News & Communication

Security experts identify faults in Microsoft Azure

Leading cyber security specialist Check Point has uncovered two major security issues with Microsoft Azure. The weaknesses could potentially be taken advantage of by cyber criminals to obtain access and gather sensitive data stored on any machines that are running Azure. Learn more about the security weaknesses now.

Webinar

Prepare Your Colleagues & Digital Workplace for Remote Working

Businesses have long been under pressure to offer their employees flexible working, but there may be a time when it's the only way operations can continue. Join Reply's network, connectivity and digital workplace experts to run through the top 10 considerations to handle an increase in remote working and record sickness.

27.02.2020 / Chicago

Event

Fall in love with the modern workplace - Office 365

Register for the Fall in Love with Modern Workplace event in Chicago for insight into the value and return on investment potential of Microsoft Office 365 – including SharePoint, Teams and Yammer.

26.02.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft Search gains innovative internal acronym feature

In a recent announcement from Microsoft, the Redmond-based firm stated it had integrated a new acronyms feature to its current search facility. Learn more in this article

02.04.2020 / English Language

Webinar

Fall in Love with the new Yammer

The Fall in Love series is back with its latest instalment all about the New Yammer!  With Microsoft heralding 2020 as the 'Year of Yammer', the WM Reply team has organized a series of enlightening lightning talks and panel discussions around the all new Yammer.

Collaboration

Case Study

Atlantic challengers use Microsoft technology to communicate

A sister and brother rowing team are using the latest communications solutions from Microsoft while involved in a competition to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a 3,000-mile-long race. Experts in Microsoft collaborative tools, at WM Reply, we can assist you with bespoke solutions for your business needs.

11.02.2020

News & Communication

Lloyds implements Microsoft technology to fuel digital transformation

Lloyds Banking Group (LBG) has officially announced a new strategic partnership working alongside technology giant Microsoft in a bid to accelerate the organisation’s journey towards complete digital transformation. At WM Reply, we create bespoke solutions for specific enterprise needs using the most cutting-edge technology from Microsoft.

04.02.2020

News & Communication

New Edge browser from Microsoft now available for download

Microsoft’s new version of Edge has officially left its preview status and entered general availability for download. Entitled Microsoft Edge 89 stable, it can now be downloaded from the company’s website.

Planning a SharePoint Migration?

Discover how to prepare, plan for and deliver one of the most challenging transformation projects enterprise businesses face. Top tips and our lessons learned from our many projects taking clients from SharePoint on premise to Office 365 (O365) and SharePoint Online. Watch the full webinar now.

16.01.2020

News & Communication

What are the advantages of upgrading to SharePoint 2019?

Microsoft SharePoint offers a collaborative platform with a high capacity for modification. Despite this highly configurable quality, many enterprises utilising it do not always upgrade the user environment.

14.01.2020

News & Communication

Microsoft research reveals UK enterprises can develop faster than Europe rivals

New research undertaken by the software giant Microsoft suggests that by solving communication issues, UK-based companies can grow far faster than rival firms located in Europe.

08.01.2020

News & Communication

Recommended security profiles from Microsoft coming to Office 365

The internationally popular Office 365 from Microsoft is soon to benefit from recommended security profiles.

02.01.2020

News & Communication

APT groups ramp attacks on enterprises in Q3

It has been reported that target attacks on businesses showed an increase in the third quarter of the year, according to Tech Republic. Cyber attackers have continued to depend on both social engineering and malware to acquire information from both individuals and enterprises alike. Attacks are deployed using bogus using built-for-purpose email addresses, compromised sites in SharePoint and word docs riddled with malware.

31.12.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft delivers enhanced cognitive search in Azure

Microsoft has provided its cloud-based platform Azure with an updated “cognitive search” facility.

24.12.2019

News & Communication

Users issued warning over spoof Windows update

Cybersecurity experts have identified a spam campaign capable of infecting systems with Cyborg ransomware. The attack is made via a fake Microsoft email that outlines an important update for the Windows operating system.

18.12.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft joins Mayor Sadiq Khan to tackle London’s major challenges

Tech giant Microsoft has joined forces with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan and the Social Tech Trust to battle some of the largest challenges facing the UK capital.

13.01.2020 / Webinar

Event

Free Webinar: Migrating from SharePoint 2010 & 2013: Are You Ready for End of Support?

With January marking the start of the final 9 months of SharePoint 2010's period of extended support, and with the end of support deadline for 2013 creeping ever closer, we ask 'Is your organisation ready?'.

11.12.2019

News & Communication

UK colleges use Microsoft tech that helps students learn

Colleges and schools based in the United Kingdom have joined Microsoft’s teaching showcase that assists student learning with its latest technology.

04.12.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft releases sizzle videos to promote products

During its recent annual Ignite conference, US multinational Microsoft issued three brand-new sizzle videos for three of its software products – Tasks, Fluid Framework and Yammer. This new media release is designed to not only show the potential of the software but entice viewers to revisit them and discover exciting new applications.

27.11.2019

News & Communication

New business-focused phone system launched by Microsoft in the UK

An all-new phoning system designed for business use that unites chat functions, calling, meetings, email services and calendars has been released by Microsoft here in the United Kingdom. At WM Reply, we specialise in creating personalised solutions to business problems using state-of-the-art technology from Microsoft.

20.11.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft and Cambridge University project secures government support

The government is backing a new initiative to offer researchers better artificial intelligence (AI), enabling it to have a stronger impact in important areas like healthcare.

14.11.2019

News & Communication

New Microsoft acquisition helps customer cloud migration

Many companies are now choosing to make the move from on-premises storage to cloud-based platforms to house data, as they offer both lower energy costs and improved scalability. As experts in Microsoft technology like O365 and SharePoint WM Reply is ideally placed to assist you.

12.11.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft launches second ‘AI for Good’ initiative

Microsoft has announced it will be working alongside UK companies to help the planet as well as individuals with disabilities by developing artificial intelligence (AI) at the recent Future Decoded expo for 2019.

07.11.2019

News & Communication

SharePoint used to outflank secure software from Symantec

A campaign of phishing attacks is using the online platform SharePoint to bypass the Symantec Corporation’s secure email gateway.

05.11.2019

News & Communication

Latest Microsoft fixes featured in October’s Patch Tuesday

The latest software updates have been issued by Microsoft to fix close to 60 security problems in both Windows and software developed to work on top of the operating system. For the most part, the October edition of Patch Tuesday is ‘light’ but does contain some fixes considered critical by Microsoft.

31.10.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft enables social care team to devote more time to people

A major health and welfare charity for the disabled is using Microsoft technology as a way to assist its staff in delivering enhanced support and care.

29.10.2019

News & Communication

AI helps NatWest comprehend financial market behaviour

A collaboration between Microsoft, Natwest and DreamQuark will use Artificial Intelligence to predict patterns in the financial market and source fresh insights.

24.10.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft chief speaks out on data privacy at UK event

Brad Smith, President of Microsoft, announced at a recent London event that the world has reached a pivotal point, with people insisting on greater control than ever over their data and the technology they use.

22.10.2019

News & Communication

Safety testing zone added to Windows server

Windows users looking for a safe area to test security have been afforded a new option from Microsoft.

17.10.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft Outlook beats Gmail to introduction of must-have theme

Microsoft is hoping a new feature it has announced for Outlook will give it the edge over email rival Gmail.

15.10.2019

News & Communication

How clarity keeps collaboration tools from stressing you out

Every couple of years or so, it seems, rumbles of discontent begin to crop up about issues with collaboration tools like Slack. Namely, that it’s an attention sapper at best, and downright pain in the backside at worst, something that hasn’t been helped by Slack’s recent double-posting glitch.

10.10.2019

News & Communication

US cybersecurity specialist launches DevServ

Cybersecurity and cloud provider RFA has officially announced that its dedicated team for Development Services (DevServ) will be now offered to all of the company’s clients.

08.10.2019

News & Communication

Latest phishing strategy pinpoints hacked SharePoint users

Cyber attackers are slipping through the net of email filters under the guise of SharePoint user accounts they’ve compromised.

03.10.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft recognises 555 leading UK education innovators

Over 500 educators based around the United Kingdom who use technology to assist students in their learning have been nominated as Innovative Educator Experts by Microsoft.

01.10.2019

News & Communication

UK county council uses Microsoft technology for greater collaboration

The Warwickshire County Council is now rolling out Microsoft technology to afford its personnel a more flexible way to work. This move supports the Council’s initiative to modernise its system by creating a staff with enhanced flexibility.

26.09.2019

News & Communication

Crow Canyon Software chosen as Microsoft Charter Partner

California-based company Crow Canyon Software has been selected to join an elite group of organisations chosen by Microsoft to be showcased in its Office 365 Business Application Program.

23.09.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft’s Chromium-based browser available in beta version for macOS and Windows

Microsoft has progressed its Chromium-powered Edge browser with an official release of the beta version designed to run with Windows operating systems and macOS.

19.09.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft Partner acquires Mirus IT Solutions

One of Microsoft’s first authorised Managed Desktop partners, IT Lab Group, has taken possession of managed service provider (MSP) Mirus IT Solutions.

16.09.2019

News & Communication

Aberdeen City Council teams up with Microsoft for Scottish first

Aberdeen City Council is the first of Scotland’s local authorities to join forces with Microsoft using its Cloud Navigator programme for digital transformation.

28.08.2019

News & Communication

The rise of phishing scams in Microsoft 365

More organisations than ever today are opting to utilise cloud-based services. The benefits are myriad, including both enhanced scalability and drastically reduced maintenance costs, but companies need to remain vigilant against the many cyber threats, such as phishing scams specifically targeting software-as-a-service (SaaS) apps. Widely used by over 155 million commercial users on monthly subscriptions, Office 365 from Microsoft is a major target for cybercrime and companies utilising it must bolster cloud security to protect sensitive data.

11.09.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft adds new auto-renewal feature to Office 365 Groups

Microsoft has announced that a newly included expiration policy, based on user activity, can be activated in Office 365 groups for select customers using Azure AD Premium. The new policy will allow customers automated access to lifetime renewals making user intervention no longer required.

06.09.2019

News & Communication

Patient.Info uses Microsoft cloud technology to stay ahead

One of the UK’s most popular websites for medical help, Patient.Info is leading a revolution that transforms homes into a GP surgery and supports family doctors. With the assistance of Azure, Microsoft’s cloud-based platform, Patient.Info is joining the new trend that allows patients to avoid unnecessary visits to their GP if possible.

03.09.2019

News & Communication

NCC and Microsoft facilitate a company move to cloud

Thanks to an all-new product created by the teamwork of Microsoft and cyber security specialist NCC Group, firms can now utilise Azure cloud-based operations with greater confidence.

21.08.2019

News & Communication

UK council uses Microsoft technology to modernise payroll system

Wiltshire Council is utilising Microsoft virtual assistants to handle repetitive checks on payroll, allowing staff to learn new skills in a more efficient system.

14.08.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft to offer secure OneDrive vault to store valuable files

Microsoft recently announced users will soon be afforded the ability to keep their most important information and personal files in a new section of OneDrive that benefits from additional layers of protection.

07.08.2019

News & Communication

Wales grants NHS operatives Microsoft 365 access

Every NHS healthcare worker throughout Wales will be able to use Microsoft programs, including Teams and Outlook, as part of a new countrywide initiative that focuses on digital transformation.

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Case Study

Activity automation on Arrears Management in NHG

Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) are one of London’s leading housing associations, that works in the community, providing homes for lower-income households. NHG would like to increase the automation of repetitive tasks, standardise its communication management and have alerts to notify management on timelines and exceptions.

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31.07.2019

News & Communication

UK LAW FIRM SECURES ITS BUSINESS WITH MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY

Award winning legal business Slater and Gordon has authorised Microsoft to manage its user support, device management and endpoint security directly, in order to enable IT personnel to assist the company in focusing on flexibility and supporting its customers.

19.09.2019

Event

FALL IN LOVE WITH MODERN WORKPLACE - London

We’re back, with our biggest and most complete event of the year! Fall in Love with Modern Workplace.

12.09.2019

Event

FALL IN LOVE WITH MODERN WORKPLACE - Manchester

We’re back, with our biggest and most complete event of the year! Fall in Love with Modern Workplace.

24.07.2019

News & Communication

Adobe and Nintex extend e-signature capabilities to SharePoint

Enterprises making use of Nintex in SharePoint either on-premises or online will now have full access to the powerful e-signature capacity from Nintex Sign, which is powered by Sign from Adobe.

Who we are

WM Reply are digital workplace experts who create exceptional employee experiences. Specialising in Microsoft 365, we create digital workspaces that foster meaningful, online engagements for employees. Utilising the magnitude of tools in Microsoft 365 and a robust adoption and change management strategy, our mission is to empower our clients' workforces to achieve more and to be the most well-known and respected name in Modern Work globally.

18.07.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft and Metropolitan Police Service combine forces to combat London crime

Microsoft is now working alongside the Metropolitan Police Service to help in the battle to reduce London’s crime rate, by cutting costs and making the city safer.

11.07.2019

News & Communication

Quest Software named as 2019 finalist for Microsoft Award

Security software company Quest has announced it has been recognised as a finalist for the Microsoft Health partner of the Year Award 2019. The California-headquartered company joined an elite international list of Microsoft partners also honoured for showing excellence through innovation and successfully implementing customer solutions using Microsoft technologies.

09.07.2019

News & Communication

British business uses Microsoft cloud capabilities and AI to diagnose eye disease

UK company Visulytix is utilising Microsoft Azure and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to supply solutions for eye-care experts so they can identify disease sooner.

04.07.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft adds UK to startup support programme for women

UK women will be offered assistance in starting companies and developing them in a new Microsoft initiative.

02.07.2019

News & Communication

Microsoft urges against bypassing spam filters in Office 365

End users and those with administrative privileges are being warned by Microsoft not to bypass the in-built spam filters Office 365 ships with.