Microsoft 365 Features You Didn’t Know You Had (But Are Definitely Paying For)

If you’ve got Microsoft 365, chances are you’re using… maybe half of it? And that’s being generous.

Most small businesses use Outlook, maybe OneDrive, and sometimes Teams — but there’s a whole buffet of features included that quietly go untouched (and unloved). Which is a shame, because some of these tools can save you time, money, and frustration — all without adding another subscription to your pile.

Here are just a few:

• Microsoft Forms: Need a survey, internal request form, or client intake sheet? Forms is easy, free, and integrated with Excel and Teams.

• Microsoft Defender for 365: Even the business basic and standard plans have built-in anti-phishing and safe links tools. You don’t need to layer on six different email filters.

• Planner and To Do: Manage tasks, delegate to team members, and actually check stuff off. Works inside Teams and integrates with Outlook.

• Viva Insights (and MyAnalytics): See when you’re most productive, get nudges to take breaks, and avoid meeting overload. It’s like a coach for your inbox.

At Vertechs, we help clients get more value out of tools they already pay for — including Microsoft 365. Sometimes the best tech investments are the ones you didn’t realize you already made.

Want to put those 365 dollars to better use? Let’s talk.