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Office Web Apps improvements

You have always been able to work on documents simultaneously in Office Web Apps and Word on the desktop with SharePoint Online in Office 365, the only difference was that it would do a paragraph lock. This differed from the Google Docs approach which showed you real time editing of everyone. Basically you could follow every change they made to a document. Microsoft’s research indicated that was distracting to authors (and it is for me I know) so that is why they initially did it the way they did.

However, it seems that having the ability to see people individually editing every item in a document has won out, so Microsoft has now updated it’s Office Web Apps in SkyDrive and Office 365 to include this feature. You’ll get a better idea of what it looks like in this video:

This now makes the Office 365 editing experience more like that in Google Docs and removes a perceived difference between the products (and to be honest what appeared like a limitation in Office 365 even though it wasn’t). That is great news for Office 365 and makes the sell to customers who want a Google Apps like web editing experience much easier.

It will be interesting to see what Google does about this as puts the ball back in their court to come up with another differentiator. In fact, I think it puts the pressure squarely on them to come up with something as rich as what Office Web Apps is. Google Apps is looking pretty basic compared to Office Web Apps these days I reckon.

Cloud Business Podcast available on iTunes

The Cloud Business Podcast - Opportunity in the Cloud is only a Click Away with Robert Crane and Nigel Moore

I am very happy to announce that the Cloud Business Podcast featuring Nigel Moore and myself is now available for listening via iTunes. You’ll find it at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/cloud-business-podcast-opportunity/id742109989

Here’s the description:

If you are a global IT entrepreneur looking to profit from the opportunity offered by the cloud, join us each episode to learn more about how products like Office 365, Google Apps, and other cloud services can boost your IT services business and grow your bottom line. Unlike other programs, this one covers both technical and business topics as well as the feedback and experiences from a community of members devoted to helping each other move their business to new levels. The show will take you from simply reselling products to creating successful offerings that customer want. It will show you how to position your business to move beyond the traditional services model and best of all it will inspire you with stories of those who are already succeeding in this new world of IT. Our aim is to show you how to progress from the basics of business to effectively utilizing all the tools that the online world has to offer all with the aim of generating you more profit and helping grow your business. If you want to learn how to compete more effectively in the new paradigm of the cloud, if you want to learn the secrets of business success in the online world, if you are looking to benefit from the experience and support of others, if you want to learn from the best in the business and most importantly, if you are looking to be inspired to take your business to new levels then this is the podcast for you.

We’d really love you to subscribe and most importantly to leave comments and feedback in iTunes so that we can improve the shows rankings and get it out to a wider audience.

Of course we always welcome your direct feedback, good and bad, to info@cloudbusinessblueprint.com.

Enjoy the first episode and subscribe for upcoming episodes.

Cloud Business Blueprint is launched

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The 11th of November also marks the launch of Cloud Business Blueprint. The website, blog and podcast are now LIVE! We’d love for you to go and check it out at :

http://www.cloudbusinessblueprint.com/

We’d also love to hear any feedback which you can send to info@cloudbusinessblueprint.com. We read and answer all emails personally.

In appreciation for those that registered early we are going to start sending you one of our first courses – an 8 part series titled “Profit Training Tips for Cloud Business” as a small way of saying thank you for you ongoing support.

If you missed early registration you can still register directly on the site and receive the same 8 part series now.

Everyone who registers will soon receive details on how to sign up for our private members only section. This is where you’ll gain access to things like our private discussions forums (already operational), as well as all of the additional content we are producing (sample document templates, training guides and more).

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In the meantime make sure you add our new “Cloud Business Podcast”  to your favourite player as well as our blog.

We’re really looking forward to having people come on board as members to take advantage of everything we are working on.

More Cloud Business Blueprint sneak previews

Although it won’t officially go live until tomorrow I thought I’d share with you some more details on the upcoming launch of my new venture.

Here’s the info video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYVtJbmdQh4

and some About Us info:

Cloud Business Blueprint provides products and services to overcome confusion for technology providers about how they can benefit from the billion-dollar opportunity from cloud computing and increase revenue for their business.

Services

We provide updated industry information all in one location. Some of these products and services include:

– Access to video training

– Guides

– Checklists

– Sample templates

– Exam preparation guides to train you and your team

– Templated proposals and agreements

– Technical whitepapers on products such as Office 365 and Google Apps

Unlike other offerings, our covers the full range of topics, from business to technical, nowhere else will you find it all in one location like this. We’ll show you how to position your business to move beyond the traditional services model and best of all you’ll be inspired by others already succeeding in this new world of IT.

Private members forum

Cloud Business Blueprint also provides a managed private members forum to get all your questions answered by cloud industry leaders as well as experiences and feedback from other business owners from all around the world all devoted to helping each other move their business to new levels.

 

Remember that you have until 11:11 tomorrow to register your interest to take advantage of our once only, heavily discounted, foundation membership. Visit:

http://www.cloudbusinessblueprint.com

and register you no obligation interest today.

More exciting news on Cloud Business Blueprint tomorrow!

Cloud Business Blueprint goes live Monday!

My business partner, Nigel Moore, and I are gearing up for the launch of Cloud Business Blueprint this Monday the 11th of November. Here’s a quick overview from Nigel about what will be on offer:

After the launch on Monday we’ll then be working flat out putting the finishing touches on our private members section ready for those who are interested in coming on board. We’ve seen the industry crying out for help in how to make money with the cloud and so we’re building a private members only community where you can access training videos, eBooks, business templates, peer discussions and much more to help you grow your cloud business.

Remember, if you want to have the opportunity to come on board at heavily discounted founders rates you need to register your internet at:

www.cloudbusinessblueprint.com

before 11am on Monday the 11th of November 2013.

One of the big differences withe Cloud Business Blueprint is that it is going to provide both technical and business information and support. It is not only going to help you understand what online services do but also how to create successful offerings that customers want. Mots importantly it will show you how to position your business to move beyond the traditional services model and inspire you with stories of those who are already succeeding in this new world of IT.

Our aim is to show you how to progress from the basics of business to effectively utilizing all the tools that the online world has to offer all with the aim of generating you more profit and helping grow your business. If you want to learn how to compete more effectively in the new paradigm of the cloud, if you want to learn the secrets of business success in the online world, if you are looking to benefit from the experience and support of others, if you want to learn from the best in the business and most importantly, if you are looking to be inspired to take your business to new levels then this is the program for you.

Remember to register your interest at www.cloudbusinessblueprint.com before Monday and stay tuned for the launch of our services after that.

CIAOPS November Virtual Meeting–Resources

After a bit of a technical hiccup during the meeting yesterday I decided to re-record the video which you can now on my YouTube channel:

Here are the remaining resources I mentioned during the meeting:

Some resources on the Office 365 Public web site:

Office 365 Public website examples:

I hope to see you at the next meeting on December 4th featuring Boon Tee talking about on premise server integration with Office 365. Registrations will be available shortly.

The Google Plus land grab has started

Remember the days when you could get any domain name you wanted? Remember the days when you could get any Twitter, Facebook or email address you wanted? Ah, the good ole days. Well I’m here to tell you that there is a new social media name grabbing opportunity that has just become available.
If you own your name or brand on what I believe is probably going to be the most important social media platform going forward then it is time to head over to Google Plus and see whether you can register you desired name. I’ve been lucky enough now to grab:
http://plus.google.com/+robertcrane
and
http://plus.google.com/+ciaops
To understand whether you qualify and what you need to do to register your desired name check out this post:
https://plus.google.com/+googleplus/posts/8C5oKFUKLVs
which will explain everything.
So head on over to your Google Plus account and see whether you can stake your claim in this next Internet naming stampede.