In today’s fast-paced business environment, choosing the right productivity suite is crucial for success. Microsoft 365 offers two compelling options: Business Premium and Business Standard.
While both provide essential tools for collaboration and productivity, Microsoft 365 Business Premium stands out as the superior choice, especially in terms of security features.
In this blog post, we’ll explore why Microsoft 365 Business Premium is the top choice for businesses looking to fortify their digital defences.
1. Advanced Threat Protection
One of the key distinctions between Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Business Standard is the level of Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) offered. Business Premium includes advanced security measures such as Safe Links and Safe Attachments, which go beyond the standard protection provided by Business Standard.
Safe Links protect users from malicious URLs by scanning and blocking potentially harmful links in real-time when they are clicked, not only in email messages but also other Microsoft 365 applications such as Teams and SharePoint.
Safe Attachments, on the other hand, ensures that email attachments are thoroughly examined for any malicious content before they reach the recipient’s inbox. These features provide an additional layer of defence against sophisticated cyber threats.
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) also helps prevent a wide variety of targeted cyberattacks including business email compromise, credential phishing and ransomware.
2. Identity and Access Management
Microsoft 365 Business Premium takes identity and access management to a higher level compared to Business Standard. With Azure Active Directory Plan 1, Business Premium users can implement conditional access policies to enforce multi-factor authentication, geo-blocking and other identity protection policies to secure user identities and data effectively.
These features help prevent unauthorised access and protect sensitive data from potential breaches.
3. Information Protection
Safeguarding sensitive business data is a top priority for businesses, and Microsoft 365 Business Premium excels in this area. The inclusion of Azure Information Protection Plan 1 allows users to classify, label, and protect documents based on their content and context.
This ensures that confidential information remains secure both within and outside the organisation.
4. Cloud App Security
Business Premium users benefit from Cloud App Security, a robust feature absent in Business Standard. This tool provides advanced visibility and control over cloud applications, enabling businesses to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with the use of third-party apps.
It also helps in protecting against data leaks and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
5. Intune Mobile Device Management
In an era where mobile devices play a crucial role in business operations, having comprehensive Mobile Device Management (MDM) capabilities is essential. Microsoft 365 Business Premium includes Microsoft Intune, enabling businesses to manage and secure mobile devices, enforce security policies, and protect corporate data on both company-owned and employee-owned devices.
For more information, see our blog on Intune device management here: Let Qbit IT Solutions Streamline Your Device Management with Intune and Autopilot
6. Microsoft Defender for Business
Microsoft 365 Business Premium includes Microsoft Defender for Business, a powerful endpoint security solution. This comprehensive protection helps safeguard your organisation’s devices from a wide range of cyber threats, including viruses, malware, and phishing attacks.
With real-time threat intelligence and advanced threat detection capabilities, Microsoft Defender for Business adds an additional layer of defence to your business ecosystem.
So Why Choose Business Premium?
While Microsoft 365 Business Standard offers essential tools for productivity and collaboration, Microsoft 365 Business Premium emerges as the superior choice for organisations prioritising enhanced security features.
The advanced threat protection, identity and access management, information protection, cloud app security, mobile device management, and Microsoft Defender for Business capabilities set Business Premium apart, providing a comprehensive and robust security framework for businesses of all sizes.
In today’s threat landscape, investing in Microsoft 365 Business Premium is a strategic decision to fortify your organisation’s digital infrastructure and ensure a secure and productive working environment.
Still Not Sure Which One To Choose?
Qbit is a ISO9001 certified company that is a leader in its field in Perth. Contact us to further discuss Microsoft licensing and to decide on which plan would best suit your needs.
