February 2025
BrainStorm
BrainStorm solves software adoption with a people-first platform. Adoption delivers business value and reduces churn.
Welcome to February’s edition of The Right Click – where we bring you the latest insights & updates to help you stay ahead of the curve on all things software success – for everyone in SaaS (vendors, customers, partners, and users).
The 7 deadly sins of Microsoft 365 Copilot rollouts
Even the best-intentioned rollouts can hit roadblocks if you’re not careful. We’ve identified the 7 Deadly Sins of Microsoft 365 Copilot rollouts that could cost you time, money, and adoption success:
?? Focusing on features over outcomes
?? Skipping change management
?? Assuming end-users are ready to go
?? Lack of executive sponsorship
?? No clear governance plan
?? Insufficient training
?? Failing to measure success?
Whether you're gearing up for your rollout or troubleshooting along the way, these tips will help you make your deployment a success.
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9 IT resolutions for 2025 from CIOs
“AI is everywhere, and while its benefits are extensive, implementing it effectively across a corporation presents challenges. Balancing the rollout with proper training, adoption, and careful measurement of costs and benefits is essential, particularly while securing company assets in tandem,” - Ted Kenney , CIO Access | Information Management
BrainStorm accelerates IT rollouts and boosts technology adoption by providing targeted, interactive training that ensures users are up-to-speed and fully competent with new tools from day one.
Don’t miss resolution 3 about ensuring effective and secure AI rollouts
Each month, we spotlight the standout voices driving thought leadership and innovation in the realm of software, adoption and the digital workplace. Here’s who we’re highlighting this month:
Missed the latest Microsoft Teams updates??
Microsoft Teams Fan Club rolled out exciting updates designed to streamline your workflow and boost collaboration. Learn about them in our latest blog.
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Customer Education Monthly Insights Program | Feb 19 | Roberto Aiello
AI is reshaping customer education from enhancing automation to creating personalized learning experiences.
This February, join us for the Customer Education Insights Program where expert Roberto Aiello will dive into innovative ways to use AI in customer education.
BrainStorm celebrates 30 years!
This month, we’re popping the confetti for BrainStorm’s 30th birthday! From our humble beginnings in 1995 to becoming a leader in SaaS solutions, it’s been a fantastic journey of growth and innovation for our employees, customers, and industry. Here’s to many more years of helping companies drive software learning & adoption.
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BrainStorm led the “One Million Meals” initiative for 10,000 Utah volunteers
BrainStorm loves finding ways to serve and help our community. For the 5th year, BrainStorm led the “One Million Meals” initiative from January 14-16.
With the support of Slopes Serves by Silicon Slopes , Hunger Fight , and many community partners, BrainStorm led 10,000 Utah volunteers in packaging a total of 1,081,920 meals for families in need across Utah.
MCAPS Tech Connect | Seattle, Washington | February 11-13
We’re excited to meet Microsoft AI technical field contacts in Seattle and empower sellers with knowledge and tools to drive joint customer success with Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption.
Microsoft AI Tour | Detroit | February 12
We’re on the road to Detroit with 微软 to share how BrainStorm contributes to the new wave of AI growth and innovation with our Microsoft 365 Copilot turnkey training and adoption resources.
[Podcast] Data and AI: Your partners or your enemies? With Jordan Morrow
[How-to article] How to do breakout rooms in Zoom
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P.S.—We’re all about learning together, and your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. Is there something specific you'd like to see more of in the next edition? Let us know in the comments & we'll keep the conversation going. ??