Microsoft Teams
Teams - a multifunctional platform from the Microsoft 365 (Office 365) for effective teamwork: online meetings, fast document sharing and interactive communication.
Teams is used by 250 million users for effective communication on a daily basis, more than 500,000 companies in 181 countries.
Online business communication
Audio calls, video calls, chat, group meetings, screen sharing and the ability to record conversations and meetings.
File management
Share and manage a variety of documents, reports, and plans with storage.
1000+ applications
Multifunctional teamwork, integrating various opportunities in one place.
Skype features + business tool
Interactive business communication with a wide range of collaboration opportunities for better results.
Benefits for your business
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Works remotely and in a team
Use the programs and applications offered by Teams in one place - Microsoft (e.g. SharePoint, Outlook) and other tools that may be useful for business communication (e.g. Youtube, Zoom) for better information exchange, generation of common ideas, creative group meetings and effective collaboration.
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Communicate easily and exchange ideas quickly
Work from anywhere that is comfortable for you - the Microsoft Teams environment offers a wide range of benefits to make the exchange of ideas faster, better and more versatile.
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Work the way you want
Do not limit yourself in time or communication - all files required for work can be viewed and edited (using Microsoft 365 / Office 365 web versions: Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Work with a computer, tablet or smartphone and use all the features of Teams from anywhere that is convenient for you.
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Be sure about your file security
The data you work with and share is encrypted, so only people you've authorized can access it. Be confident because you can control the way communication and information exchange takes place in the Microsoft Teams environment.
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Communicate with everyone you want
In your contact list you can include contacts from your company and also from others organizations (Microsoft Teams has fewer opportunities than within-organization communications).
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Get started with Microsoft Teams right away
Take advantage of Teams communication right after you create an account - both Teams free from Microsoft 365 (Office 365) and Teams Essential (Microsoft 365/Office 365) with added benefits for your business.
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A perfect alternative to Skype for Business and more business benefits
Provide convenient and efficient business communication that leads to better understanding, great ideas, and productive results.
Why do Latvian companies choose Microsoft Teams?
More efficient group meetings and faster information exchange
Productive communication from anywhere
Fast idea generation and a productive path to successful results
Excellent application integration for interactive work
Protection against unauthorized data leakage
Opportunity to communicate with people both inside and outside the company
How much does Microsoft Teams Cost?
Choose the most suitable plans for your business!
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Unlimited group online meeting and chat messages |
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Maximum duration of meetings |
up to 60 minutes |
up to 30 hours |
up to 30 hours |
up to 30 hours |
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Number of participants in one meeting |
up to 100 |
up to 300 |
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Screen sharing, custom backgrounds, meeting scheduling |
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Opportunity to join the meeting without an account |
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Encrypt data for meetings, chats, calls and files |
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Records of team meetings with transcripts |
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Unlimited chat with colleagues and clients |
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File sharing, tasks and surveys |
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Webinars: registration forms for participants, e-mail confirmations, reports |
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Online and mobile versions of Office programs 
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Offline versions of Office programs
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Email with a custom domain and calendar |
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Storage for your files and possibility to share personal files with OneDrive |
5 GB per user |
10 GB per user |
1 TB per user |
1 TB per user |
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Additional Microsoft 365 solutions: SharePoint Online, Yammer, Planner, Stream |
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Prices are per user and without VAT.
Is Microsoft 365 (Office 365) secure?
Data centre monitoring around the clock
Data encryption and monitoring
Multifactor authentication
Separation of user roles and different levels of access rights to data
Protection against data loss, leakage, viruses, spam, malware, etc.
Complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Frequently asked questions about Microsoft Teams
(Microsoft 365/Office 365)
What is the difference between Microsoft Teams free and Essential (paid)?
Microsoft Teams (free) is for free, you can create your own account and use the features freely, while Microsoft Teams Essential (part of the Microsoft 365 / previously Office 365 product family) offers much more business benefits, such as unlimited group meetings for up to 30 hours. This version allows up to 300 participants to participate in the meeting at a time, and each user has 10 GB of cloud storage. This version of the app also provides specialist support by phone or web. Microsoft Teams Essential can be purchased by writing to e-mail: 365@elva.lv
What Microsoft Teams apps make teamwork more efficient?
Commonly used Microsoft Teams applications for remote business communication: Microsoft White Board for creating common ideas and interactive work planning; PowerPoint Live presentation tool for creative group meetings; Breakout Rooms for efficient group work; Microsoft Planner – for transparent task planning.
Can I access Microsoft Teams meeting records?
If an entry has been made for a Microsoft Teams meeting, it is stored in a separate folder in the OneDrive cloud, so after the meeting, the author of the recording has free access to it, shares it with colleagues, or downloads and transfers it to someone outside the company.
Can I work with files on my Microsoft Teams site if I don't have an Internet connection?
You won’t be able to open and edit documents, but if you’ve previously synced your files, this information will be stored in OneDrive and you will be able to view it, depending on the status of the document.
Can I share and view documents on my smartphone?
Yes, it is this advantage that makes working in the Microsoft Teams environment efficient. You can also access and edit the files from your smartphone.
Can transferring files over a mobile phone while connecting to Wi-Fi be compromised?
Multifactor authentication is required to use the devices you need to work securely and get the most out of Microsoft products.
Is Microsoft Teams the same as Skype for Business?
The equals between the two products certainly can’t be drawn, but it can be said that Skype’s communication capabilities (like Zoom, WhatsApp) are a small part of Microsoft Teams wide range of capabilities. Teams is not just a communication tool, it is a multifunctional business tool that can combine all the necessary programs for successful remote work, it offers applications that allow you to work in a team, organize meetings, group discussions, share ideas creatively and interactively, and share files and monitor them. Microsoft Teams is a leader in communication platforms chosen by companies around the world.
Can I use free Microsoft Teams to communicate within my organization?
Microsoft Teams (free) is more for private communication. To use it more widely – within the company and for business communication, you need to purchase a Microsoft Teams Essentials license, which is also offered by ELVA.
How do I add a new person to my Microsoft Teams contact list?
When you add a new Microsoft Teams contact, you must provide their name and email address, then send them an invitation. The new user will receive an email inviting them to join Microsoft Teams.
Why buy Microsoft Teams Essential directly from ELVA?
ELVA provides the client with the necessary support from a specialist in Latvian, English and Russian – clearly and intelligibly by phone or on the web, an ELVA representative will help to resolve issues related to joining Teams and its use. The customer is also given free access to training and webinars, which makes it easier to navigate the use and benefits of Microsoft Teams in their daily work. ELVA experts also offer public courses and training for those employees of the company who will use Microsoft Teams for communication daily. Please find information about trainings and consultations HERE.