Modern Work

Modern Work represents a new era of collaboration—flexible, secure, and location-independent. We help you lay the foundation for productive work, optimal communication, and maximum data security—whether in the office, at home, or on the go. Discover our Modern Work portfolio and learn how we can support you on this journey.

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Microsoft Ends Legal Dispute Over Teams and Announces Changes.

In 2023, an impending legal dispute with the European Competition Authority meant that certain Microsoft 365 license bundles could only be purchased without Teams. Those who wanted to continue using Microsoft Teams had to purchase a separate Microsoft Teams EEA license. Microsoft has now settled the…

Windows App Instead of Remote Desktop: How to Prepare Yourself.

The way we access remote desktop services is changing: Microsoft has announced that the Remote Desktop app for Windows will no longer be supported and will disappear from the Microsoft Store on May 27, 2025. Users of Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Microsoft Dev Box will need to migrate to…

What’s Next After Windows 10 End of Life? Upgrading as a Strategy

October 14, 2025 marks the end of official support for Windows 10 and signals an urgent need for action. After this date, Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates, resulting in significant privacy and IT security risks. Organizations that continue to use Windows 10 will be exposed to…

Changes for Microsoft Licenses Effective April 1, 2025.

Microsoft has announced important changes to Microsoft Cloud licensing. There will be a price increase for certain individual Microsoft 365 user licenses. Independently of this, Microsoft will introduce a 5% surcharge on all Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 licenses if they are billed monthly. To help…

Why Apple Devices Are More Economical Throughout Their Entire Lifespan.

In the fiscal year 2023, Apple generated revenues of 383 billion US dollars - with 52 percent attributable to iPhone sales. However, Apple is also experiencing increased growth with business customers. There are various reasons for this. One of them is the longevity of Apple devices.

Get Ready for Microsoft Copilot: Get Off to a Flying Start Together with UMB

Few, if any, Microsoft products have generated as much pre-release interest as Microsoft Copilot, as evidenced by the many inquiries from our customers. We therefore invite you to take advantage of our webinar series to get an overview of the product right now. As a participant in the Early Access…

Reaching for the Stars: UMB Earns Top Marks in Microsoft Cloud Partner Program.

The Microsoft Partner Network ceased to exist at the beginning of October. It has been replaced by the Microsoft Cloud Partner Program - MCPP for short. With the start of the new program, the familiar gold and silver awards are no longer valid. Around 400,000 Microsoft partner organizations…

FC Basel 1893 and UMB: This is Why Team Spirit and Sportsmanship are Also Crucial in IT.

UMB enjoys a successful partnership with FC Basel. We create time through the smooth operation of IT. Because top sports performance and top performance in the business world are both built on the absolute will to perform as well as on successful teamwork. Find out why team spirit and sportsmanship…

How Much Home Office Does the New Normal Need (and Tolerate)?

The COVID-19 pandemic is still slowing down businesses and social life. But forward-thinking companies are already planning for the time after Corona, which, thanks to successful vaccination campaigns, will hopefully arrive sooner rather than later. One trend is emerging: home office is good,…

Why Home Office Upsets Corporate Strategy and Culture.

During the six-week lockdown, Swiss commuters spent 17 million hours less being stuck in rush-hour traffic. This represents 8,850 working years. Time gained that the market, businesses and particularly many employees no longer want to do without - and rightly so. Geographical proximity is no longer…

Changing work patterns lead to new risks.

There is a clear trend towards home office, future workplace, and BYOD. This is a sensible development leading to a high degree of work flexibility but unfortunately also makes cyber criminals happy. After all, approximately 70 percent of successful cyberattacks are conducted via the end point. The…

I see U _ UMB Cyber Defense Center.

Every end-user device represents a potential vulnerability and time is of the essence when it comes to cyber security. The new UMB Cyber Defense Center is always ready to intervene. We will monitor your IT security around the clock, seven days a week. This is essential, because only permanent…

Hallenstadion: 3'500 Hours More for Pure Emotions!

The Zurich Hallenstadion, the star among Switzerland’s event locations, has transformed from a velodrome into a temple for popular culture. This is why the Hallenstadion relies on the UMB Cloud.

Arosa revolutionizes mountain tourism!

Arosa is in the UMB cloud utilizing a revolutionary IT pricing model. Applying business linked pricing, Arosa Tourism only pays when the beds are full and the tickets to the mountains have been sold.

Office 365 is Now Available from the Swiss Microsoft Cloud.

A few months ago, Microsoft celebrated the opening of their new data center in Switzerland. UMB has covered this opening at various Azure events. The next event will take place on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 'Welle 7' in Bern. Office 365 is now available. We know the answers to all your questions…

Should DirectAccess Still be Used? What Are the Alternatives?

Always On VPN is currently a hot topic and at the same time DirectAccess seems to be losing popularity. Some time ago, Microsoft has announced that DirectAccess will no longer be further developed and therefore 'Always On VPN' should be used. However, DirectAccess has not yet been officially…

Davos Klosters: More time for the perfect winter day!

Davos Klosters is one of the most famous and tradition-rich ski resorts in the world. In order to ensure operational excellence in the future and to be able to concentrate on its core business, the resort has outsourced all IT services into the UMB Cloud. And thus has time to organize the perfect…