The Benefits of Microsoft 365 Business for Small Businesses

Explore the benefits of Microsoft 365 Business for small businesses. Technijian offers insights and support to help you leverage this powerful tool.

Copilot for SMBs

Copilot for SMBs: 5 Real Workflows That Save Hours Every Week

Ravi Jain
Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 by small to midsize businesses (SMBs), focusing heavily on demonstrable Return on Investment (ROI). It argues that knowledge workers spend nearly half their week on administrative tasks that Copilot can automate, detailing five high-impact workflows—including email management, meeting preparation, document creation, data analysis, and knowledge management—that can collectively save employees 12 to 18 hours weekly. Furthermore, the text distinguishes Copilot from consumer AI tools like ChatGPT by highlighting its critical enterprise security, compliance, and integration with Microsoft Graph, which ensures data privacy and respects existing organizational permissions. The document concludes with detailed ROI calculations for sample businesses, showing payback periods often measured in days, and offers a comprehensive roadmap for successful implementation and change management. ... Read More
Microsoft Teams Gets AI-Powered Makeover

Microsoft Teams Gets AI-Powered Makeover: The Future of Workplace Collaboration is Here

Ravi Jain
Microsoft Teams AI capabilities, introducing various Copilot agents designed to revolutionize workplace collaboration and productivity. Specifically, the text details new Facilitator agents for dynamic meeting management, Channel agents for knowledge retrieval, and SharePoint knowledge agents for automated document organization, all available exclusively to Microsoft 365 Copilot subscribers. Furthermore, the document transitions to discuss Technijian, a managed IT services provider, positioning the company as an expert partner for organizations needing assistance with the complex implementation, training, security, and optimization of these new Microsoft AI features. Technijian emphasizes its comprehensive IT support and consulting services across Southern California to help businesses adopt the latest AI technology efficiently and securely. ... Read More
Microsoft 365 Direct Send vulnerability

Microsoft 365’s Direct Send Feature Under Attack: How Cybercriminals Are Bypassing Email Security

Ravi Jain
exposes a significant vulnerability within Microsoft 365's Direct Send feature, explaining how it allows cybercriminals to bypass email security by impersonating internal users. This sophisticated phishing campaign leverages the feature's lack of authentication, enabling attackers to send malicious emails that appear to originate from within an organization, even without compromising any accounts. The article details the technical aspects of the exploit, including the use of PowerShell commands and specific indicators of compromise. Finally, it outlines critical mitigation strategies for organizations, emphasizing enhanced monitoring and advanced email security solutions to combat this difficult-to-detect threat. ... Read More
Microsoft Extends Windows 10 Extended Security Updates: What You Need to Know About the 2025-2026 Program

Microsoft Extends Windows 10 Extended Security Updates: What You Need to Know About the 2025-2026 Program

Ravi Jain
Microsoft's Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, a critical measure designed to provide continued security coverage for users beyond the operating system's official end-of-support date of October 14, 2025. It details three flexible enrollment options: a free method via Windows Backup sync, another free option through Microsoft Rewards points, and a direct payment of $30. The program, which runs from October 15, 2025, to October 13, 2026, exclusively offers critical and important security patches, explicitly excluding new features or non-security updates. The document emphasizes that while ESU serves as a temporary bridge for individuals and organizations unable to immediately upgrade to Windows 11, transitioning to a supported operating system remains the recommended long-term strategy for robust cybersecurity. ... Read More
Microsoft Defender Blocks 120,000 Cyber Threats in Record Time

Revolutionary Endpoint Security: Microsoft Defender Blocks 120,000 Cyber Threats in Record Time

Ravi Jain
The capabilities and efficacy of Microsoft Defender, highlighting its revolutionary approach to endpoint security. It explains how the platform utilizes massive data processing (84 trillion signals) and a combination of human expertise and artificial intelligence to neutralize a high volume of cyber threats, including a 300% improvement in ransomware defense. The document contrasts Microsoft Defender's performance against traditional security solutions, showcasing its rapid response times (under 3 minutes for containment) and a 99.99% accuracy rate in automated responses. Furthermore, it covers the platform's universal device protection across diverse operating systems and emphasizes its seamless integration with existing infrastructure. Finally, the text also introduces Technijian, a cybersecurity partner specializing in the implementation and optimization of Microsoft Defender solutions for organizations seeking to enhance their security posture. ... Read More