Microsoft Teams is getting new features tailored for more industries and Firstline Workers

Microosft Teams iOS and Surface
Microosft Teams iOS and Surface (Image credit: Windows Central)

Microsoft Teams is getting a huge update with a plethora of new features that are tailored for new industries and Firstline Workers in the field. Included new features include scheduled management tools which allow managers to share scheduled, employees swap shifts, request time off, and see who else is working alongside important announcements and more.

In addition, there are also new features rolling out for those in the healthcare industry. A new patient care coordination solution integrates with electric health records systems, which leverage two new secure messaging features known as image annotation and priorith messaging that let doctors, nurses, and more communicate and coordinate with patients while staying HIPAA-compliant.

The new Firstline Workers features will begin rolling out in October, and the healthcare features are already available in private preview. Also announced today is Yammer and SharePoint integration with Microsoft Teams, which will enable relevant conversations across your organization. Do you use Microsoft teams in your business? Let us know in the comments.

Zac Bowden
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