Recap of Our Successful Seminar on Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Dynamics 365 Business Central

On Wednesday, November 27th, we had the privilege of hosting an enlightening seminar on Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Dynamics 365 Business Central at Microsoft office. The event was a resounding success, attracting a diverse group…

Get Ready for the AI Era! Work Smarter with Microsoft Copilot Webinar

Introducing Copilot Academy

In today's fast-paced digital world, staying ahead of the curve is essential. That's why we're excited to introduce the Copilot Academy, a comprehensive learning platform designed to help you master the use of Microsoft Copilot across various…

The ROI of Using Copilot in Microsoft 365 for Businesses Globally

Unlocking Productivity and Value with Generative AI Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 promises to transform productivity by embedding generative AI into the daily tools we use for work. This innovation presents an exciting opportunity for…
Automatic Duplicate Account Merge in Dynamics 365 with Power Automate

Automatic Duplicate Account Merge in Dynamics 365 Sales with Power Automate

In Dynamics 365 Sales, duplicate detection exists but only works at an individual level, for example, when a lead is converted or a new account is created.Unfortunately, there’s no out-of-the-box solution to automatically detect duplicates…

How to Automatically Set The Opportunity Currency in Dynamics 365 Sales

In this blog post, I’ll show you how to create a solution in Dynamics 365 that automatically ensures the Opportunity currency matches the Account currency.I wrote this solution as I got so frustrated that when you create an opportunity…

Explore Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Webinar

How Dynamics 365 and Copilot AI can enhance your CRM and marketing

Introduction  Microsoft 365 is a powerful suite of cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools that can help you run your business efficiently and securely. But did you know that you can also leverage the power of Dynamics 365 and Copilot…

Work Smarter with Microsoft 365 and Copilot Webinar

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming free Microsoft 365 webinar, where we’ll explore the features, tips, and best practices for maximizing productivity and collaboration in Microsoft 365, SharePoint and Teams. Besides, we would also…

How Microsoft Teams and Copilot Save the Day in Multilingual Meetings

In the fast-paced business environment of today, staying on top of meetings and understanding all the discussions, especially when they occur in different languages, can be challenging. As a Dutch professional working in Taiwan, I often face…

Microsoft 365 new license without Teams 

Securing Data in the AI-driven World: Insights from Our Recent Seminar in Singapore

On April 30, 2024, a gathering of tech enthusiasts, industry experts, and curious minds convened in the vibrant city of Singapore for a seminar that delved into the critical topic of data security. Hosted by AccessOrange, Microsoft and IngramMicro,…

Copilot Basics: How to Write Good Microsoft 365 Prompts

You've entered a world where AI is like a friendly buddy you can talk to anytime. Need some help? Just write what you want in the Microsoft Copilot chat window. Copilot can do many things for you, like giving you a quick answer, a nice…

Power Up Your Business with Microsoft 365

What exactly is Microsoft 365? Can it fully replace the traditional Office suite? The answer lies in both Yes and No.Microsoft 365 is a comprehensive cloud-powered suite of productivity and collaboration tools offered by Microsoft. It…

Free Seminar: Data Security in Microsoft365 and Copilot

 Join us at the “Security Data in the AI-driven World with Microsoft 365 and Copilot” free seminar and enhance your security knowledge.Discover insights on M365 Security Framework, explore the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot,…

Elevating your meetings with advanced AI capabilities

What is Microsoft Teams Premium?Microsoft Teams Premium is an exciting addition to the existing Teams ecosystem, designed to enhance your collaboration and communication. Whether you’re a small team or a large organization, Teams Premium…

Enhancing Cybersecurity for SMB: Introducing the CSAT QuickScan Assessment

 In today's security-conscious environment, organizations are actively seeking efficient ways to quickly assess their security status. They want to gain insights into their vulnerabilities, leveraging data from their company infrastructure.…

Premium IT Support: Business Growth, Without IT Hassles

Setup Microsoft Copilot for your Organization

Microsoft Copilot (formerly Bing Chat Enterprise) is a web-based AI chat service that utilizes generative AI to answer your questions and assist you in completing tasks.One key distinction between ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot is that Microsoft…

Get Ready for Microsoft Copilot Webinar

Are you ready to take your daily office work to the next level with the incredible power of AI? Microsoft has recently introduced Microsoft 365 Copilot, a new AI-powered productivity tool that can help you work more efficiently.Here…

ChatGPT vs Microsoft Copilot: What is the difference?

It is true that AI technologies are revolutionizing the way we do tasks daily. ChatGPT is indeed a hot topic that everyone is talking about since last year. Recently, Microsoft Copilot has also been making waves in the AI world.While both…

5 Benefits of Using Microsoft 365 Copilot

 In the ever-evolving landscape of productivity tools, Microsoft has introduced a game-changing feature known as Microsoft 365 Copilot. This innovative addition combines the power of large language models with the familiar applications…

Transforming the Future of Business with Microsoft’s Innovative Solutions

In recent months, Microsoft has introduced a range of innovative solutions that are reshaping the way businesses operate. These solutions, including Dynamics 365 Copilot, Microsoft Sales Copilot, Dynamics 365 Customer Insights, and the AIM (Accelerate,…

Configuring Microsoft 365 Group Privacy with PowerShell

Configuring Microsoft 365 Group Privacy with PowerShell Introduction In the modern collaborative workspace, Microsoft 365 Groups play an integral role. They facilitate inter-departmental communications, project collaborations, and the seamless…

Enhance your Workflow with Forms, Lists and Power Automate

Are you considering transitioning your organization from on-premise to online? Are you already familiar with the basics of Microsoft 365?If so, then it's time to take the next step in smarter working with Microsoft 365 by utilizing Forms,…

Mastering Copilot in Outlook: Advanced Techniques for Streamlined Email Management

Building upon the fundamentals of using Copilot in Outlook, it's time to delve into advanced techniques that will take your email management skills to the next level. In this article, we will explore a range of powerful features and strategies…

10 Reasons to Migrate to Microsoft 365

'Agility' is a keyword in today's world. The world is changing rapidly, and an organization cannot adapt sufficiently with traditional IT. For example, in recent years, the way of working has drastically changed worldwide. Most organizations…

Getting Started with Copilot in Outlook: Your Ultimate Guide to Enhanced Email Composition

In the fast-paced world of communication, composing emails efficiently and effectively is crucial. Microsoft Outlook, one of the most popular email clients, introduces an intelligent assistant called Copilot, which aims to revolutionize the…

6 Powerful Free AI Tools to Grow your Business

Hey, entrepreneur! Are you always on the lookout for ways to expand, improve, and innovate your business? That's often easier said than done because you don't always have the necessary time, budget, or expertise to thoroughly explore everything.Fortunately,…

The New Outlook is coming to you soon! Here are the benefits

Are you tired of wrestling with a clunky email interface? Do you spend more time searching for the right commands than actually reading and responding to emails?If so, it's time to upgrade to the new Outlook for Windows. With its simplified…

Top 5 Benefits of Teams Phone & Calling

In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards hybrid working, and technology has played a major role in this. With Teams Phone, users can easily make and receive calls, whether they are in the office, at home, or on the go, making…

The New Microsoft Teams App is now in Preview – Read More about the new Features

Microsoft Teams has become a central hub for collaboration and communication for millions of people around the world. With the pandemic driving the need for remote work and virtual meetings, Teams has become an essential tool for businesses,…

Microsoft Authenticator Lite is coming to Outlook

With the rise of cyberattacks and data breaches, businesses and individuals are increasingly turning to multi-factor authentication (MFA) to secure their accounts. MFA is a security mechanism that requires users to provide two or more forms…

Microsoft Launches Copilot – The new AI for Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Copilot: The Future of AI-Powered Productivity Feature Examples:Automatically Building a PowerPoint Deck from content Convert Word doc to PowerPoint presentation Excel data manipulation Analyze and reply emails …
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Invitation to Microsoft 365 Workshop on Feb 24th

Automatically link Dynamics Contacts to Accounts with Power Automate

Dynamics 365 Sales provides businesses with a centralized platform to manage their customer interactions, account information, and sales processes. With Dynamics 365 you can keep track of your customer accounts and contacts by allowing your…

Season of Giving: AccessOrange helps out those in need

Happy Lunar New Year from AccessOrange!祝您新的一年鴻兔大展!

AccessOrange wishes you a prosperous and blissful Year of the Rabbit.Thank you for your support!祝您新的一年鴻兔大展!

How to embed a live PowerBI report in your PowerPoint Presentation

Have you ever had to prepare a presentation that needed to include PowerBI charts & graphs? You probably ended up making screencaps of your PowerBI charts, and copying them in to your PPTX as a picture, since there as no decent way to embed…

Inform Sales team of Price List Changes with Power Automate

Dynamics 365 Sales is a customer relationship management (CRM) software solution that is part of the Dynamics 365 suite of business applications. It is designed to help sales teams manage their relationships with customers and prospects and…

What are the differences between Exchange Online Plan 1 and Microsoft 365 Business Basic?

Exchange Online Plan 1 and Microsoft 365 Business Basic are two different subscription plans offered by Microsoft. Both plans offer email and calendar capabilities, but there are some key differences between them that may make one plan more…

Microsoft Teams adds Support for Scheduling of Chat Messages

In the latest Microsoft Teams Update, Microsoft has introduced a new feature called "Scheduled Send Chat Messages".With this new feature is possible to choose a specific time to send out your chat message. It is similar to the "Delay Delivery"…

Why it is important to backup your Microsoft 365 environment

Microsoft 365 is a powerful and feature-rich platform, but like any software, it is not immune to issues such as data loss, cyber attacks, or other disasters.By having a separate backup, you can protect yourself against these types of events…

How to bulk import users into Microsoft 365 with Powershell

With PowerShell, you can automate tasks and manage your Microsoft 365 tenant, including adding multiple users to your organization.To bulk import users into Microsoft 365 using PowerShell, you will need to first install the Azure Active…

How to migrate files from on premises to sharepoint online

Migrating files from an on-premises file server to SharePoint Online can be a useful way to improve collaboration, access, and security for your organization. Here are some steps you can follow to migrate your files:Determine what needs…

Power Automate Explained: Benefits, Examples and License Requirements

Power Automate is a powerful tool that allows users to automate various processes and tasks within their organization. This can help to save time, increase efficiency, and reduce the risk of errors. Some of the key benefits of using Power Automate…

These are the Top 5 Benefits of migrating to Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 offers a range of benefits for businesses, including improved collaboration, enhanced security, scalability, accessibility, and integration with other Microsoft products. These benefits can help businesses operate more efficiently…

Fortinet warns of actively abused zero-day leak in VPN software

Fortinet warns of actively abused zero-day leak in VPN software Fortinet is warning organizations of an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability in FortiOS SSL-VPN that could allow a remote attacker to take over vulnerable VPN servers. By…

Dynamics 365 Sales Automation with Power Automate: Send Teams Channel Message when Lead Assigned

Dynamics 365 Sales is a cloud-based CRM solution that enables salespeople to build strong relationships with their customers, take actions based on insights, and close deals faster. With Dynamics 365 you can manage your customer relationships,…

How to use Power Automate to create recurring tasks in Planner

Microsoft Power Automate (earlier known as Microsoft Flow) allows you to automate repetitive manual tasks and paper processes via an easy to use drag-and-drop wizard.Microsoft Power Automate can create workflows to sync data across apps…

How to filter out unlicensed users in Azure AD Dynamic Groups

How to change the default font size/type in Dynamics 365 Emails

Elevate your cyber security with endpoint detection and response

AccessOrange Achieves CSA Cyber Essentials Mark Certification In Singapore

Singapore, September 2022 – AccessOrange announced that Singapore's Cyber Security Agency (CSA) has recognised AccessOrange for its strong cybersecurity practices with the Cyber Essentials mark certification. The Cyber Essentials mark serves…

Microsoft 365 Price Increase – What’s up with that?

Over the past 10 years, Microsoft has added a huge amount of new features to Microsoft 365. Services such as SharePoint and Teams have significantly broadened the possibilities for users. For the first time in a decade, Microsoft is now going…

Security Advisory for Office 365 – 09-09-2021

We would like to inform you that Microsoft has announced it is aware of ongoing targeted attacks, that try to exploit a new vulnerability in Office 356 and Office 2019.This article informs you  about the status, risks and how to prevent…

WorkPoint 365 – Modern Project Management in SharePoint and Teams – Webinar

In this free Webinar we demonstrate how WorkPoint 365 can help you streamline your Project Management in SharePoint and Teams

How to Sell Smarter with Dynamics 365 Sales – Webinar

We have organized a free webinar on how to utilize Dynamics 365 Sales to help your sales team sell smarter.During this webinar, our consultant Jasmine Ye will explain the basic features of Dynamics 365, and will explain how Dynamics 365 can help your sales team get organized, via tracking capabilities, automatic reminders, opportunity grading via AI, but also by integrating Dynamics 365 in your existing Office 365.
AccessOrange is awarded WorkPoint New Development Partner of the year 2020.

AccessOrange wins the WorkPoint New Development Partner of The Year Award

Hong Kong, December 2020 – AccessOrange announced today that WorkPoint, a solution provider that enables businesses to organize their data and processes in Microsoft 365, has named AccessOrange the winner of the New Development Partner of…
AccessOrange wins Silver in the 15th Annual 2020 IT World Award

AccessOrange wins Silver in the 15th Annual 2020 IT World Award

Hong Kong, November 2020 – AccessOrange announced today that Network Products Guide, industry’s leading technology research and advisory guide, has named AccessOrange a Silver winner in the 15th Annual 2020 Network PG’s IT World Awards®.The…
Office 365 is now Microsoft 365

Office 365 is now Microsoft 365

Microsoft announced that Office 365 will have a new name: Microsoft 365.Existing business and enterprise editions will have their name changed to be in line with the new Microsoft 365 product portfolio:Office 365 Business Essentials will…
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New experience with separated Calling and Meeting windows in Microsoft Teams

Recently, Teams released a new function to separate Calling and Meeting window from main Microsoft Teams client. With this new function, users can view meeting or calls without a block of the underlying content, which is more flexible for users.Additionally,…

Optimizing Team Work while Working from Home – Webinar

We have organized a free webinar on how to optimize Teamwork while working from home using technologies like Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.
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AccessOrange Achieves Microsoft Gold Partner Status

Hong Kong, April 12, 2020 — AccessOrange, a leading IT provider that helps businesses work smarter by implementing innovative cloud solutions, today announced it has achieved Microsoft Gold Partner status on the Cloud Productivity and Small…
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AccessOrange opens location in USA to expand its global presence

WorkPoint teams up with AccessOrange to expand into Asia Pacific Market

WorkPoint teams up with AccessOrange to expand into Asia Pacific Market

WorkPoint teams up with AccessOrange to expand into Asia Pacific MarketHong Kong, October 20. AccessOrange, a company that enables businesses to work smarter by implementing innovative cloud solutions, today announced it has signed a distribution…
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PowerApps Showcase: Leave Requests

Ransomware Infection

Ongoing e-mail Scam targeting Office 365 Customers

Ongoing e-mail Scam targeting Office 365 Customers Please be informed that there is an online email scam going on, targeting Office 365 customers.The scam starts with the following kind of email:(Note: We have removed personal information…
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Protect your Business against Ransomware – Don’t become the next victim

Protect your organization against Ransomware Make sure your business will not be the next one to appear on the newsTwo Hong Kong travel agencies were hacked this week, having their company information held ransom, seeking a payout in…
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Online Chat and other new features in AccessOrange Support Portal

Meet the new AccessOrange Support CenterDue to the fast expansion of our Support Services, we have upgraded our online support portal. This article explains the new features and how to get in touch with us. The AccessOrange…
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AccessOrange opens Singapore location to support growing Asia Pacific Customer base

AccessOrange opens Singapore location to support growing Asia Pacific Customer baseHong Kong, November 22, 2017 — AccessOrange, an IT services provider that helps businesses work smarter by implementing smart technology and cloud solutions,…
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Guest Access for Microsoft Teams now available, but there is a catch

This week, Microsoft announced that the long awaited Guest Access function is now available for all Office 365 business and education customers. As of now, Office 365 users can add people from outside their company to a team, so guests can participate…
Introducing the Planner Mobile App

Microsoft Planner mobile app for Office 365 Now Available

This week, Microsoft announced that the new Microsoft Planner mobile app is now available for iPhone and Android phones. Starting on May 31, current Planner users can use this companion app to view and update their plans on the go.While previously…
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Planning for Office365? Your company name may be already in use

In the past week we helped a new customer to implement Office 365.This particular customer (whom out of privacy reasons we do not name) is a mid-sized company in Hong Kong with approximately 80 employees. They had been evaluating Office 365…
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AccessOrange Achieves a Microsoft Silver Small and Midmarket Cloud Solutions Competency

AccessOrange earns distinction through demonstrated technology success and customer commitment.Hong Kong, April 2, 2017 — AccessOrange, an IT service provider that helps businesses migrate to the cloud, today announced it has achieved a…
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Migrating your on-premise applications to the cloud? Consider This

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Ransomware – Detecting outbreaks in your network

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Cleaning Infected WordPress Sites – A Case Study