The Microsoft outage, spreadsheet nightmares and escaping coding mistakes.

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Got yourself a cuppa? This month's newsletter is packed with amazing content ready for you to explore.

• Dive into the ITV eBook and get insights on how A2Z Cloud seamlessly converted disjointed spreadsheets into a custom-built application.
• Get insight from Jimmy, Business Engineer at A2Z, on why coding standards are paramount when introducing new software solutions.
• Stay ahead of the curve with the latest updates from our technology partners.

But first, let's quickly touch on what's happened to Microsoft this week. Were you affected by the recent outage?

Many people and businesses will be breathing a sigh of relief now Microsoft services have come back online after Wednesday's outage. But, for the thousands who lost access to it's services including Teams and Outlook, it's been a significant inconvenience.

Microsoft said cloud computing service Azure also experienced problems which affected "a subset of users". Eurostar, for example, tweeted that it was having problems with its services as a result of the outage affecting Azure.

With some users seeking a more dependable solution, what options are out there??

One platform, Zoho offers several reasons for Microsoft users to consider switching to:

1. Cost-effectiveness: Zoho offers a comprehensive suite of tools at a fraction of the cost of Microsoft. This makes it an affordable option for businesses of all sizes, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises.
2. Ease of Use: Zoho is known for its user-friendly interface, which makes it easy for employees to adopt and use. This means you can get your team up to speed quickly and efficiently, reducing the learning curve for your employees.
3. Flexibility: Zoho offers a wide range of tools that can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your business. This means you can choose the tools that are most relevant to your business, without having to pay for unnecessary features, giving you more control.

If you're looking for a tech refresh, it could be time you speak with a specialist to help navigate you through the process. Can A2Z Cloud help??→

Recommended Reads from A2Z Cloud

Case Study: ITV

ITV Studios, needed a way to manage their pipeline of new shows with ease. With 60+ production labels worldwide, each department had previously used their own set of different spreadsheets and processes for working on projects – making data management and collaboration a headache.

With their new platform, custom built using Zoho Creator, they can easily access and share important data, making their pipeline more efficient. Over 400 users have already taken advantage of its features, with departments across the company utilising it to access and share important data.?

Download the free eBook to find out more →

Blog: The Importance of Coding Standards

When you invest in a new software system for your business, you want to ensure that it can be supported and improved on in the future. However, this can be jeopardised if the development team are not adhering to appropriate coding standards or keeping accurate documentation.

In this article, Jimmy Campbell , Business Engineer at A2Z Cloud , sheds more light on this important topic.?Read more?→

Product Update

Working with customer files in Zoho CRM can be a hassle, as users hit the file storage limit quickly. To make those crucial documents easier to find and eliminate tedious manual effort, we recommend using the OneDrive extension which now supports Sharepoint.?

All customer contracts and sales material are housed directly within your CRM - making it simpler than ever before to locate relevant information at the click of a button!

Find out more →

The Latest From Our Product Partners

RingCentral

IT leaders face a balancing act of priorities, including digital transformation, security, and employee productivity.?

RingCentral are adapting to these changing business needs with features that simplify hybrid work, save costs, and increase ROI for mobile and hybrid workforces.

See how RingCentral is adapting to changing business needs?→

Zoho Desk

Meet the latest Zoho Desk, with improvements in 3 key areas.?

• Omnichannel experience
• Self-service options to enhance customer-business relationships
• Enhanced user interface for customer service agents.?

The new Zoho Desk?→

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