Introducing Teams Voice for Enhanced Communication

Information Technology Services is excited to announce the arrival of Microsoft Teams Voice, a powerful addition to our communication toolkit! Starting on Monday, July 8, 2024, you’ll be able to leverage Teams not only for instant messaging and online meetings but also for making and receiving phone calls. This upgrade streamlines your communication experience, making it more efficient and flexible.

Here’s what you need to know about Teams Voice:

Flexibility Everywhere:

  • With Teams Voice, you can make and receive calls from anywhere, at any time, across devices. Whether you’re at your desk, working remotely, or on the go, Teams has you covered.
  • Say goodbye to being tethered to your office phone. Now you can seamlessly switch between your headset, mobile device, and other endpoints.

Easy Transfers and Productivity Boost:

  • Transfer calls effortlessly to internal contacts, external numbers, or even your voicemail.
  • Dial your contacts with a single click—no need to remember phone numbers anymore.

Getting Started:

  • Teams Voice capabilities will be enabled on Monday, July 8, 2024.
  • If you’re not already using Teams for instant messaging and meetings, now is the perfect time to explore its full potential.

How to Prepare:

  1. Learn Teams Basics:
    • Visit our Teams Voice webpage for helpful resources.
    • Training on the use of Teams Voice will be provided. Dates will be determined. 
  2. Update Your Contacts:
    • Make sure your important contacts are saved in Teams. You’ll love the convenience of one-click calling.
  3. Test It Out:
    • Once Teams Voice is live, give it a try! Make a test call to ensure everything is working smoothly.
  4. Visit our FAQ

Thank you for embracing innovation and making our workplace even more connected.