Optimize Hybrid Work with Microsoft Places Pilot

This document is a guide detailing the 60-day pilot program for Microsoft Places, aimed at helping organizations optimize their office space and improve in-office coordination and collaboration. The pilot is designed to allow organizations to test key features of Microsoft Places, train their teams, and gather real-world insights prior to full deployment. It includes a structured approach that encompasses a four-hour remote strategic planning workshop to define use cases and technical requirements, followed by a 60-day production pilot where Microsoft Places can be tested in a real-world environment with up to ten users. The guide outlines the importance of remote configuration and setup to ensure seamless deployment, as well as train-the-trainer sessions to equip administrators and users with best practices. Additionally, it emphasizes the significance of gathering feedback through user surveys to refine the Microsoft Places strategy and drive user engagement and adoption through a structured communications plan.