THE Skype It is definitely one of the most used messengers in the world, especially when we are talking about audio / video calls and conferences. However, those who use it in the corporate environment must miss some more robust integrations, especially if we consider that we are talking about a Microsoft product which also invests heavily in the corporate environment (see Outlook and company).
Exactly for this reason, the news that the company released (still in preview) The Skype for Business for Macs it must please many of you.
In addition to a much more modern interface and in keeping with the look of OS X Yosemite, the big difference of this version focused on business is the integration with Outlook. Right away, when you open the app, you can view your meetings today / tomorrow and you can, with just one click, start a conference with up to 250 people (much more than the 25 people supported by the domestic version of Skype). Video calls can be made in full screen, in addition to traditional file sharing, screen, chat options while the conference is taking place, the possibility of inviting others to participate in the meeting that is already going on, etc. As a product aimed at the corporate market, there are also security improvements.
The launch of Skype for Business is divided into three phases: the first (the current one) encompasses these features mentioned above; in the second, Microsoft adds instant messaging, presence, as well as the contact list to the app; in the third, add telephony resources.
Interested parties must register on the official Skype for Business website and wait for the company's invitation at the beginning, it is prioritizing the distribution of invitations to people connected to IT and who in a way manage this area within companies.
(via TechCrunch)
