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15/10/2024
How to Choose an IT Support Company: Don’t let a bad IT provider slow your charity down! Learn what to look for & red flags to avoid.
15/10/2024
Discover the benefits of fundraising online and learn essential cybersecurity practices to safeguard your donors’ data.
09/10/2024
With this step-by-step guide, you can learn how to sync SharePoint library with OneDrive for enhanced collaboration and offline access to documents.
19/09/2024
Find out all you need to know about getting non-profit status on Microsoft 365. Charity eligibility & tips for applications.
18/09/2024
Learn how to recall an email in Microsoft Outlook with our step-by-step guide for charities. Avoid communication mistakes and maintain professionalism.
18/09/2024
Discover how Microsoft Teams’ accessibility features can enhance digital inclusivity for nonprofits, from live captions to screen readers and customisable alerts.
11/09/2024
Boost nonprofit productivity with best practices for Microsoft Teams meetings. Learn tips for preparation, engagement, and post-meeting follow-ups
09/09/2024
Simplify charity event planning with Microsoft 365 tools like Teams, Planner, and Dynamics 365. Boost engagement, automate tasks, and track success easily.
27/08/2024
Safeguarding sensitive donor and beneficiary information is more vital than ever for charity and nonprofit organisations. Ensuring that your team’s Microsoft 365 accounts are secure is a fundamental step in protecting this data from potential breaches and unauthorised access.
20/08/2024
Optimise your charity’s workflow by setting a default browser. Our guide provides easy-to-follow steps for different devices
17/08/2024
Efficiency is fundamental for charities, where maximising resources and streamlining operations can significantly impact the ability to serve communities and achieve mission-driven goals.
14/08/2024
Protecting sensitive data is more important than ever, especially for nonprofits that manage a wealth of valuable information.
12/08/2024
Protect your nonprofit from IT system outages. Explore prevention strategies, disaster recovery planning, and essential monitoring tools.
07/08/2024
Discover how IT outages impact nonprofits and learn effective strategies for preparation and response. Ensure readiness, mitigate risks, and safeguard data integrity.
16/07/2024
Learn how to customise your SharePoint site for your charity with this step-by-step guide. Discover best practices to enhance your collaboration and efficiency.
09/07/2024
Learn all the steps to create an effective AI policy for your charity with our guide and AI policy template and understand the risks of using AI for nonprofits.
27/06/2024
Microsoft Copilot is a new ai tool which promises huge benefits to nonprofits’ efficiency, fundraising and engagement. We explore its AI capabilities here.
27/06/2024
Learn how Microsoft 365 supports remote work for charities with tools like Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint, enhancing collaboration and efficiency.
26/06/2024
Discover how Microsoft Volunteer Management can transform your nonprofit volunteer processes. Learn benefits, features, and implementation tips.
25/06/2024
Nonprofit organisations frequently handle sensitive information such as donor details, financial records, and personal data of beneficiaries. As a result, password protecting this information is essential to prevent data loss and breaches that could severely impact the organisation’s reputation and trust.
20/06/2024
Learn how to create a desktop shortcut on Windows 11 with our quick and simple video tutorial and step-by-step guide with screenshots.
18/06/2024
Fundraising is the lifeline of nonprofits and charities, enabling them to continue their vital work and drive significant change in communities. Increasing donor retention is pivotal for sustainable growth, and having the right tools and up-to-date technology is vital to achieve this
14/06/2024
Learn how to find your computer system specs and name with our step-by-step guide and video tutorial.
11/06/2024
One of the core tasks every non-profit professional should master is converting a Microsoft Word document as a PDF
17/05/2024
Discover best practices and overcome common barriers in nonprofit online collaboration to boost efficiency, engagement.
15/05/2024
Keep your nonprofit up to date with the latest Microsoft Teams updates. Learn how new features boost productivity, collaboration, and security for your charity.
07/05/2024
Explore effective strategies for nonprofit data management and maximise your organisation’s success by harnessing the full potential of your data.
16/04/2024
Unlock the potential of remote work for nonprofits. Explore benefits, challenges, and best practices to equip your team, technology and foster collaboration.
15/04/2024
Discover how nonprofits can harness the power of Microsoft Copilot for productivity and impact. Gain practical tips and real-life use cases in practice.
10/04/2024
Empower your not-for-profit AI journey by uncovering risks, frameworks, and best practices for responsible AI use.
09/04/2024
Unlock the power of SharePoint Groups at your not-for-profit with our guide. Learn how to create, manage, and optimise SharePoint groups efficiently for secure collaboration.
15/03/2024
The Ultimate Guide to Microsoft Copilot Readiness, a comprehensive resource for preparing to harness the power of Microsoft Copilot.
14/03/2024
Discover the best fit for your nonprofit: Compare Sharepoint & OneDrive’s collaboration, customisation, security, and cost
13/03/2024
Unlock the power of collaboration and efficiency with discounted rates for nonprofits on leading tools like Microsoft 365, Slack, Trello, Google Workspace, and Asana.
08/03/2024
Discover the power of Adobe and Microsoft integration! Streamline workflows, boost productivity, and enhance collaboration with our in-depth insights.
06/03/2024
Unlock the secrets to nonprofit success! Explore the impact of legacy tech and discover strategies for modernisation and growth.
20/02/2024
Explore the future of productivity with Microsoft 365 Copilot, its capabilities, pricing and how to prepare your nonprofit for AI integration.
20/02/2024
Protect your charity from phishing scams. Learn how to enable impersonated user protection and stay safe in line with the Charities Commission phishing alert.
22/01/2024
We explain how Microsoft Intune is a game changer for charities looking for secure device management for their hybrid and remote workforce.
16/01/2024
Want to know how AI works, what the different types mean and how your charity can benefit from it? We cover all this and more in our starter’s guide.
12/01/2024
Learn the difference between hybrid and multi cloud computing and what benefits each model could offer your charity.
09/01/2024
Unveiling innovative tech solutions, charity initiatives, and team growth for enhanced client and community engagement.
08/01/2024
We explore emerging cyber security trends, including the rise of AI, cloud security and how to protect your charity from new cyber attacks.
19/12/2023
We explain how Microsoft Copilot can work for your charity, including what it offers, how much it costs and more.
15/12/2023
We explore what Microsoft grants for nonprofits are available, what benefits they offer your charity and how much money you could save.
14/12/2023
We explore how cloud computing can benefit your charity and the ways in which it can improve your digital inclusion.
05/12/2023
As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s the perfect moment to look back on our accomplishments and milestones at Qlic.
29/11/2023
It all began in 2002, when two business partners embarked on a journey to create a website design company. Little did they know, this modest venture would evolve into Premier Choice, a leading managed service provider dedicated to empowering not-for-profit organisations across the UK.
24/11/2023
Our complete guide to cost savings for charities includes technology saving tips on how to source nonprofit IT solutions, software grants and more.
17/11/2023
Learn what data is backed up in Microsoft office 365, its backup limitations and additional precautions you can put in place to safeguard your data.
13/11/2023
Learn how GDPR applies to charities in the UK with our top data protection guidelines, offering the best advice on how to adhere to data protection law.
09/11/2023
Find out all you need to know about charity cloud migration, including the benefits and potential pitfalls to avoid.
30/10/2023
Learn more about how 2fa (Two Factor Authentication) could protect your charity from cyber attacks and how best to implement it.
25/10/2023
We explore the features of Microsoft Defender for 365 and how your charity can benefit from this security solution.
20/10/2023
Improve the security of your non-profit organisation and simplify endpoint management with Microsoft Intune.
18/10/2023
Discover how nonprofits can easily access secure and affordable email services with Microsoft.
16/10/2023
An essential guide to the do’s and don’ts of charity digital transformation – including a look at charity success stories.
28/09/2023
From increased security to cost efficiencies, we explore the key benefits of cloud computing for charities and nonprofits.
27/09/2023
We look at how GDPR and data protection laws affect charities and how IT solutions can be best leveraged to help with compliance and security.
25/09/2023
Learn the key points to consider when creating a charity digital strategy and how to identify where digital technology can better serve your goals.
29/08/2023
We explore why charities are particularly vulnerable to shadow IT, the security risks it can pose and how best to mitigate against them.
24/08/2023
We explore why charities are particularly vulnerable to shadow IT, the security risks it can pose and how best to mitigate against them.
24/08/2023
Learn what benefits blockchain technology can offer charities, including how it can help increase donor transparency and reduce charity fraud.
15/08/2023
Learn how charities can benefit from adopting a digital transformation strategy that embraces digital, while reimagining work processes and culture.
11/08/2023
Learn how cloud solutions can benefit charities and non profits and whether they are more cost-effective then on-premise solutions and servers.
09/08/2023
Microsoft 365 has recently announced their New Commerce Experience (NCE) is coming to not-for-profit licensing. The New Commerce Experience offers charities a number of benefits including digital development.
20/07/2023
Learn how to make your charity run more efficiently through maximising the potential of Microsoft Teams integrations.
07/07/2023
Want to enhance your charity’s remote working set-up? Look no further. Discover how Microsoft Teams can get you there.
16/06/2023
Learn how charities and nonprofits can maximise and streamline their project management process with Microsoft Teams.
07/06/2023
Is Microsoft Teams the right program for your nonprofit? We review its key benefits and features and how it can aid collaboration within your charity.
31/05/2023
Discover the ideal word processing program for your nonprofit organisation with our comprehensive comparison of Google Docs, LibreOffice Writer, and Microsoft Word.
26/05/2023
We compare the key features, pros and cons of MS teams and Quip, helping you to select the best collaboration platform for your nonprofit.
23/05/2023
We look at the reasons why Microsoft 365 is a secure platform for charities to use and cover the kinds of cyber security features it offers nonprofits.
19/05/2023
Charities are often at increased risk of cyber security breaches. Here we explore cyber security funds available for charities in the UK.
16/05/2023
Find out everything you need to know About the NCSC’s Cyber Essentials Accreditation and how it can help your charity improve its cyber security.
15/05/2023
We detail why cyber security should be on every charity’s agenda, from dangerous cyber attacks and costly penalties to damage to their reputation.
20/04/2023
Read our top tips on how to improve your cyber security and protect your charity’s sensitive data from cyber attacks and other cyber threats.
14/04/2023
We take a look at the NCVO – the membership organisation for charities and community groups, and evaluate the digital tools and processes they have to offer.
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