Microsoft 365 is the backbone of work for millions of businesses.

But most companies are only using a fraction of what they are paying for.

When things are misconfigured, insecure or disorganised, your tools become a liability instead of a strength.

At LeftBrain, we help you take control of Microsoft 365 — so your team can work faster, safer and smarter.

Why Microsoft 365 needs proper setup

Most businesses sign up and start using Outlook, Teams or SharePoint.

But over time, things begin to fall apart:

• Files are saved in the wrong place, or in multiple places
• Permissions are inconsistent and nobody knows who can access what
• Collaboration happens over email instead of inside documents or Teams
• Onboarding new hires is painful and slow
• You lose track of where your data lives, and who owns it

Microsoft 365 only delivers results when it’s configured around your business needs. LeftBrain helps you make that happen.

Common problems we see

If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone:

• “I don’t know where the final version of the file is.”
• “People keep creating new Teams instead of using the ones we’ve already got.”
• “We’ve had multiple email aliases set up for the same person.”
• “I have no idea who’s managing permissions on our SharePoint folders.”
• “Our clients want to know how we’re securing their data — and we’re not sure how to answer.”

These aren’t just workflow frustrations. Left unaddressed, they become real business risks — especially when you’re growing fast, managing clients, or working toward certifications like ISO 27001.

What we do

As an official Microsoft 365 Partner, LeftBrain helps businesses simplify, secure and scale their Microsoft 365 environment.

We:

• Migrate you from legacy systems or platforms like Google Workspace
• Clean up and consolidate messy tenants and overlapping accounts
• Design smart, scalable structures across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams and Exchange
• Configure sensible permissions and access policies
• Provide security hardening and compliance-readiness
• Handle licensing and billing, consolidating everything in one place

We also act as your Microsoft 365 admin — without needing a seat licence — so you’re not wasting budget on unnecessary users.

Our Microsoft 365 migration process

A smooth Microsoft 365 migration isn’t just about moving files.

It’s about moving your team — without disruption, downtime or confusion.

Here’s how we typically manage it:

1. Discovery — We audit your existing setup, identify what’s working and what’s not, and define your goals.
2. Planning — We map out folder structures, Teams channels, shared mailboxes and user access.
3. Migration — We move your email, calendar and files to Microsoft 365 with minimal disruption.
4. Optimisation — We configure permissions, mobile policies and user groups to keep everything secure and easy to manage.
5. Training and support — We make sure your team knows how to use the new system confidently.

Throughout the process, your team keeps working. No drama. No lost data.

Built-in security — when it’s done right

Microsoft 365 offers enterprise-grade security. But without the right configuration, it’s easy to create gaps.

LeftBrain ensures your environment is:

• Aligned with Zero Trust principles
• Set up with secure mobile access policies
• Enforcing multi-factor authentication
• Backed by data retention policies for audits and compliance
• Ready for frameworks like Cyber Essentials, GDPR and ISO 27001

We make sure your Microsoft 365 setup strengthens your compliance story, instead of leaving you exposed.

What this unlocks for your team

When Microsoft 365 is configured properly, your team moves faster:

• Everything works together — email, calendars, files and meetings all sync
• People collaborate in real time without version control issues
• New hires get what they need immediately — without waiting for IT
• Security risks drop because permissions, access and backups are all under control
• Finance stops chasing ten different invoices — billing is centralised and predictable

You get more value out of what you already pay for — and less stress keeping it running.

Why LeftBrain

Tech scaleups and creative teams choose us because we don’t just plug things in.

We understand your business, your growth plans, and your operational pressures.

We help you make Microsoft 365 your competitive advantage — not your biggest admin headache.

“LeftBrain are reliable, efficient, and genuinely nice folks. Their proven knowledge of the workplace tech space during our 9-year partnership remains unparalleled, making them an invaluable partner in our success journey.”