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Salesforce Acquired Slack: Big News in the CRM Space

Digitization of any business has groomed that particular business. One can observe the same when it comes to day-to-day handling operations 20 years back. Credits for this go to the firms that have developed the ERP & CRM firms. Among them, Salesforce is in the news as it has acquired a firm named Slack at a whopping figure of 27.7 billion USD (2.08 lac Crore). Wow, that’s great. But it becomes important to know why Salesforce took such a step. This Exhibit blog will help you to find out every minute detail and information related to the latest update.

Force that influenced Slack to Become Salesforce

Salesforce announced in the month of December last year that it will acquire Slack for 27.7 billion USD, out of which Slack will receive 26.79 billion USD in cash and the rest as part of Salesforce’s shares. This acquisition finally got completed now in the last few days. This update will surely consolidate both Salesforce and Slack’s position. Many were saying that Slack, which was somewhere losing its importance, has gained its space back again after giving this shock in the slog overs. However, as per some analysts, this deal won’t create a huge tide in the short term as they believe it’s an expensive buy for Salesforce. In addition to this, with this acquisition, Salesforce will gain merely 12 million more customers.

Impact on Rivals

As discussed above, Salesforce has hardly gained 12 million customers of that of Slack; it has to go very far to ensure that bigger giants like Oracle and Microsoft can feel the heat. However, the whopping figure of 27.7 billion $ (2.08 lac Crore) will surely attract some eyes from these competitors. These rivals will also like to see the changes that Salesforce brings soon through their CRM products. Any serious or hi-tech end upgradation can create a dent. 

What’s a CRM?

For many, this blog is like a series of bouncers. They might have started complaining that even ODIs and Test Cricket don’t allow more than one or two bouncers in an over. Here’s a basic explanation of CRM. A CRM is like that software that acts as a bridge between industry and a customer like you. Consider that you buy a product from Flipkart. Now, you start getting information related to it from the time of its order. For example, when it is getting packaged, when the courier picks the order, where it has reached, etc. How does it happen? It’s like data getting updated after each process. Flipkart adds every update even when it leaves the warehouse, and accordingly, you get an update about your product.

Final Word

Well, get ready to invest in Salesforce as its stock value is surely going to swell for some time. Start asking your investment manager for their take on this acquisition news.

Microsoft’s new Windows 365 subscription lets you run Windows 11 from Anywhere including your iPhone, Android, iPad, and mac

What is Windows 365 and how does it work?
In a blog post, Microsoft said that its recently announced service, Windows 365, provides a new hybrid personal computing category called Cloud PC, which uses both the cloud’s power and the device’s capabilities to provide a full, customized Windows experience. Users can stream all of their apps, tools, data, and settings from the cloud across any device with the instant-on boot to their personal Cloud PC. The whole PC experience is available in the cloud with Windows 365. The cloud also offers flexibility in terms of processing power and storage, allowing IT to scale up or down depending on their requirements. With an option of Windows 10 or Windows 11.
Features of Windows 365
Microsoft’s goal with Windows 365 is to provide an experience that looks, feels, and functions as a regular Windows PC but can be accessed via a native app or a Web browser. It allows users to access full Windows 10 (or Windows 11 when it becomes released) from an app or a web browser. Users will be able to access their apps, tools, data, and settings as well.
Windows 365 is now available.
Windows 365 is a new way to enjoy virtual cloud-based PCs running Windows 10 or Windows 11 operating systems, according to Microsoft.
Similar to its cloud-based game service, the subscription-based service allows customers to stream a Windows PC from anywhere.With Windows 365, you can securely stream the whole Windows experience—including all your apps, data, and settings—to your personal or corporate devices.
This strategy establishes a whole new personal computer category, tailored to the hybrid world:
PC in the Cloud
The Redmond-based software behemoth claims that it is Windows 365 service that allows customers to save apps, files, and documents and access them from any device, including tablets and Apple Macs, using a native Remote Desktop application or web browser, at any time.
On August 2,2021  the service, which makes use of Azure Virtual Desktop, will be available.
Microsoft world 365
Beginning August 2, Microsoft announced that Windows 365 would be available to businesses of all sizes. Any device, including a Mac, iPad, Linux, and even an Android phone, will be able to access it. Windows 365 Business and Windows 365 Enterprise will be the two cloud PC configurations available. However, no pricing information has been released.
Windows 365 also includes the Endpoint Insights dashboard, which provides analytics and access to network-wide Internet connection status. There’s also a new Watchdog Service that allows IT professionals to execute diagnostics.
In addition to remote access, Windows 365 is said to be built using a Zero Trust architecture to address some of today’s security issues. Using a connection with Microsoft Azure Active Directory, the service includes multi-factor authentication (MFA) to verify login or access attempts to the cloud PC. Specific permissions, such as licensing, can also be delegated.
Windows 365 offers an instant-on boot experience that allows users to stream all of their personalized apps, tools, data, and settings from the cloud to any device, including a Mac, iPad, Linux device, or Android smartphone.
Regardless of the device, the Windows experience is consistent.
The service supports business apps, Microsoft 365 apps, and any other Windows app that can be installed on a standard PC that is needed in the company.
The business intends to provide several sizes of Windows 365 Cloud PCs, with monthly prices based on the number of users.
Windows 365 Business and Windows 365 Enterprise will be the two editions available.
Microsoft’s Windows 365 service is billed as a “new personal computing experience.”

Microsoft launches Surface Laptop Go in India

Microsoft has announced the availability of Surface Laptop Go in India from January 22 via commercial authorized resellers, authorized retailers and online partners at a starting price of INR 63,499. Designed to power essential everyday experiences, Surface Laptop Go extends its Surface line-up by delivering standout designs along with the features most loved by our Surface Laptop customers at a more affordable price.

Combining performance, battery life, value and style, Surface Laptop Go is ultra-light with a portable profile comprised of premium materials. Whether for learning or working, the camera, speakers, and mics are being used more now than ever before. For families, students and businesses, Surface Laptop Go offers a premium Surface look and feel at amazing value.

“As the reality of hybrid work and learning environments unfolds before us, the PC continues to play an integral role in keeping all of us connected to our work, school, and lives – and every person today needs a PC. Our goal is to design a Surface for every person, work style and location. With the new Surface Laptop Go, we want to give every person in the household or organization a laptop that’s not just something you need to use, but something you want to use. The Surface Laptop Go is our lightest and most affordable Surface laptop yet that offers the perfect balance of performance, battery life and style,” said Rajiv Sodhi, Chief Operating Officer, Microsoft India.

Sleek design and standout value: The lightest Surface Laptop ever at 1.11 kg helps people do more on a 12.4” PixelSense touchscreen display, full-size keyboard with 1.3mm key travel for an accurate and comfortable typing experience, large precision trackpad and all-day battery life plus Fast Charging, all at an exceptional value. Narrow bezels and the Surface signature 3:2 screen ratio provide more space to work naturally. Available in platinum colour, there is a Surface Laptop Go for everyone.

Familiar features and trusted security: Users can get started with the Windows they love, convenient security of Windows Hello and One Touch sign-in with a Fingerprint Reader Power button on select models. One-Touch sign-in also provides fast, secure access to OneDrive Personal Vault files and more for quick productivity. Amazing sound for music and streaming video and built-in Studio Mics, Omnisonic Speakers, Dolby Audio and a 720p HD camera enhance video calls. Bringing cloud-first device deployment and management to every organization’s IT ecosystem with Microsoft Endpoint Manager and Device Firmware Configuration Interface (DFCI), Surface Laptop Go offers Windows Autopilot to reduce IT complexity by deploying straight to employees.

Get work done with essential apps: Users can power through today’s tasks and tomorrow’s assignments with all their favourite apps, backed by all-day battery life. All configurations of Surface Laptop Go feel snappy and fast, taking full advantage of cloud-connected experiences like Microsoft 365 and online storage. Surface Laptop Go features USB-C and USB-A ports for display and accessory support along with the latest 10th Gen Intel i5 Quad-Core Processor and up to 16GB RAM and 256GB storage, helping users stay productive and connected wherever they are.

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