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Teams vs. Viva Engage: Uncovering the Differences + Use Cases for Each – Tech Tip For September 7, 2023

If you’re a Microsoft 365 customer, you’ve likely seen Microsoft Teams and Viva Engage in the suite of products but may wonder what their differences are. While Teams is a robust platform designed for real-time collaboration and project coordination, Viva Engage acts as a social fabric within an organization, promoting internal communications and building a sense of community. Together, they provide a comprehensive solution that meets both the productivity and social needs of a thriving organization.

What is Microsoft Teams?

Microsoft Teams is your go-to platform for real-time communication and collaboration on projects. It offers an integrated space for chat, video meetings, file sharing, and more – perfect for teams spread across the globe.

Use case for Teams: Your marketing team is working on a new campaign and can use Teams to coordinate their efforts. They can share files, have video meetings, and chat about the project in real time, ensuring everyone is on the same page and working towards the same goal.

What is Viva Engage?

On the other hand, Microsoft Viva Engage (formerly known as Yammer) is intended to foster a vibrant community across all departments of your organization. It serves as a social fabric, promoting internal communications and building a sense of camaraderie among employees.

Use case for Viva Engage: Your company needs to share a company-wide announcement or publicly congratulate an employee on a particular achievement. You can also set up a water cooler-type community where employees can chat with each other about anything and everything that comes to mind.

TechWise Group Can Help You Harness the Power of Microsoft’s Suite of Products

Ready to fully utilize these tools to enhance your business productivity? Contact TechWise Group today to learn how we can help you streamline your operations and foster a connected, collaborative workforce with both Microsoft Teams and Viva Engage.

Important Microsoft Announcements:

  • If you have not already moved to NCE licensing for your organization or if you have any questions about upcoming renewals, please contact us at gettechwise@techwisegroup.com to understand your options.
  • MFA is the best way to prevent cyberthreats. If you have not enabled MFA in your organization, let us help you put a plan in place.
  • Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 Extended Support ended on October 10, 2023. If your organization is still running these operating systems, please contact us to discuss your options.
  • Windows 10 will reach the end of support on October 14, 2025. The current version, 22H2, will be the final version of Windows 10, and all editions will remain in support with monthly security update releases through that date. Existing LTSC releases will continue to receive updates beyond that date based on their specific lifecycles. Please contact us to discuss your options.
  • Microsoft has expanded Copilot licensing for small-to-medium businesses (January 15, 2024). Reach out to TechWise Group to discuss your options.
  • Classic Teams client reaches end of availability. Microsoft extends time to July 01, 2024, for Admins to address any related issues.
  • April 1, 2024, Microsoft announced global changes to Teams licensing. Please reach out to TechWise Group with any questions.