Empower your frontline workers while increasing operational efficiency

Simplify processes, unify communication tools, and engage frontline workers in a secure, all-in-one platform with Microsoft 365.

Microsoft 365 F1, F3 and Office 365 F3

Enhance communication and collaboration

Connect frontline workers with the right people, tools, and knowledge to help them get the job done more efficiently.

Transform the frontline worker experience

Encourage frontline workers to build new skills and engage in an inclusive company culture.

Improve frontline operational efficiency

Automate processes with digital workflows that connect to systems of record and create a unified platform for your workforce.

Safeguard your business

Simplify and reinforce secure access management across endpoints and devices with advanced security features.

Get more out of your frontline

Increase your frontline operational efficiency by doing more with less. Improve frontline worker engagement, strengthen security, and streamline communication all in one place.

Microsoft 365 F1, F3 and Office 365 F3

Stay connected to your frontline

Sixty-three percent of frontline managers say messages from leadership never reach them. With Microsoft 365, frontline managers say they are more connected with every member of their leadership and their team.

Microsoft 365 F1, F3 and Office 365 F3

Build a better workplace community

Organizations that enhance supervisory productivity see returns up to USD9.1 million worth of working time to time-strapped frontline managers and save up to USD6.1 million in reduced misinformation errors.

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Accelerate productivity

Modest investments in your frontline can increase revenue at a large enterprise by USD775 million over three years.With Microsoft 365, organizations are saving 140 minutes per week in performance and productivity.

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Simplify security

Azure AD helps organizations save an average of USD1.2 million annually by simplifying everyday tasks for access management teams, while Endpoint Manager saves more than USD550,000 by maintaining compliance across devices.

Microsoft 365 F1

Lay the foundation for secure communication

  • Help protect and secure your organization

  • Equip your frontline workforce with powerful communication, collaboration, and productivity experiences

    Microsoft 365 F1, F3 and Office 365 F3

Microsoft 365 F3

Drive productivity and collaboration

Get all the features in Microsoft 365 F1, plus:

  • Give your frontline powerful and intuitive tools that deliver a connected and secure experience

  • Transform business processes with customized apps and workflow automation

  • Safeguard company assets with intelligent security

    Microsoft 365 F1, F3 and Office 365 F3

Office 365 F3

Engage your workforce

  • Get Microsoft 365 and mobile apps

  • Use one platform for teamwork with Microsoft Teams

  • Connect and stay organized with business-class email

  • Help keep your data safe with five layers of security and monitoring

    Microsoft 365 F1, F3 and Office 365 F3

Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

What is Microsoft 365 F1?

Microsoft 365 F1 is a comprehensive, integrated set of collaboration and productivity tools designed for frontline workers, such as retail associates, factory workers, and healthcare providers. It includes features like Office Online, Teams, Yammer, and SharePoint, as well as security and compliance tools like Microsoft Intune and Windows Defender.

What is Microsoft 365 F3?

Microsoft 365 F3 is a more advanced version of Microsoft 365 F1 that adds more features, such as the ability to use desktop versions of Office applications, advanced threat protection, and audio conferencing. It is designed for workers who need more capabilities than those offered by Microsoft 365 F1 but do not require the full suite of features offered by Microsoft 365 E3.

What is Office 365 F3?

Office 365 F3 is similar to Microsoft 365 F3 but does not include some of the additional features that are not related to productivity and collaboration, such as security and compliance tools. It includes Office Online, Teams, Yammer, and SharePoint, as well as the ability to use desktop versions of Office applications.

What is the difference between Microsoft 365 F1 and F3?

Microsoft 365 F3 includes all the features of Microsoft 365 F1, plus additional capabilities like the ability to use desktop versions of Office applications, advanced threat protection, and audio conferencing.

What is the difference between Microsoft 365 F3 and Office 365 F3?

Microsoft 365 F3 includes all the features of Office 365 F3, plus additional capabilities like advanced threat protection and audio conferencing. Additionally, Microsoft 365 F3 includes security and compliance tools like Microsoft Intune and Windows Defender that are not included in Office 365 F3.

Can I upgrade from Microsoft 365 F1 to F3 or Office 365 F3?

Yes, you can upgrade from Microsoft 365 F1 to Microsoft 365 F3 or Office 365 F3 by purchasing the appropriate license. The process will depend on your specific situation, so it’s best to contact Microsoft or a Microsoft partner for guidance.

Microsoft 365 F1 vs Microsoft 365 F3 vs Office 365 F3

Features Microsoft 365 F1 Microsoft 365 F3 Office 365 F3
Office Online Yes Yes Yes
Office desktop apps No Yes Yes
Exchange Online Yes Yes Yes
SharePoint Online Yes Yes Yes
OneDrive for Business Yes Yes Yes
Teams Yes Yes Yes
Yammer Yes Yes Yes
Skype for Business Online No No No
Audio Conferencing No Yes Yes
Microsoft Stream No Yes Yes
Microsoft Forms Yes Yes Yes
PowerApps Yes Yes Yes
Power BI Yes Yes Yes
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) No Yes No
Windows Defender Antivirus No Yes No
Device Management No Yes No
Information Protection No Yes No