Microsoft Viva has a crucial role to play in the new world of hybrid working. It keeps businesses running smoothly despite remote working obstacles. Organisations are trying to find solutions for newer problems such as:

• Remote onboarding of new employees
• Protecting people from burnout while working remotely
• Keeping people connected and engaged

To address these needs, Microsoft Viva launched as an employee experience platform that brings together communications, knowledge, learning, resources, and insights into the flow of work.

Microsoft Viva has four modules

• Viva Learning: Share professional training resources across your organisation and track employees learning progress.
• Viva Connections: Brings together relevant news, conversations, and resources in the apps and devices your employees use every day.
• Viva Topics: Connects people with knowledge and experts.
• Viva Insights: Helps balance productivity and wellbeing for employees to avoid burn-out.

What can it do for your business

1. Centralized Employee Hub: Viva acts as a central hub, consolidating various tools and resources in one place. This includes employee communications, company policies, and relevant news, providing a unified and easily accessible digital workplace.
   
2. Knowledge Sharing and Learning: Viva Learning facilitates seamless knowledge sharing by centralising learning resources. Employees can access training materials, courses, and certifications directly within the platform, fostering continuous learning and skill development.
   
3. Employee Well-being: Viva Insights focuses on employee well-being by providing personalised insights and analytics. It helps individuals and organisations understand and manage their work patterns, promoting healthier work habits and a better work-life balance.
   
4. Employee Recognition: Viva Connections integrates with Microsoft Teams, allowing businesses to celebrate and recognise employee achievements. This helps foster a positive and inclusive company culture by highlighting individual and team successes.
   
5. Inclusive Communication: Viva Connections ensures inclusive communication by delivering important company news and updates directly to employees within Microsoft Teams. It helps maintain transparency and ensures that everyone stays informed.
   
6. Personalised Experiences: Viva utilizes AI to deliver personalized experiences based on employee preferences and roles. This ensures that individuals receive relevant information, learning resources, and insights tailored to their specific needs and responsibilities.
   
7. Integration with Microsoft 365: As part of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, Viva seamlessly integrates with existing tools and applications, ensuring a smooth transition and enhanced collaboration across the organisation.

In summary, Microsoft Viva serves as a comprehensive solution for businesses looking to improve employee experience, foster collaboration, and promote a positive work environment.

Contact the Huddler team today to find out how we can help your company benefit from Microsoft Viva.

For additional information, see Microsoft Viva