Benefits of Microsoft Exchange Server

Lower costs

It has been seen that an internal exchange deployment turns out to be less expensive than a hosted exchange. The reason for such cost efficiency is because certain costs are fixed over lifetime of the contract which leads to more accurate cost forecast. This in turn helps organizations to plan their operational costs better and be better equipped to handle unforeseen situations. Since it is flexible, an increase in the number of users can be easily accommodated thus eliminating the need to expand infrastructure or deploy another Exchange environment.

Variety of Access Options

Microsoft’s hosted exchange account is easy to access and can be accessed from multiple locations including any Web Browser. This makes it convenient for the users to access their emails, tasks, address book etc. from virtually any platform. The Exchange accounts can also be accessed from any POP or IMAP client.

Windows & MAC Support

Apple’s new version of OS X, called Snow Leopard, fully supports Exchange. Exchange is also supported by Mac calendar and address book. iCal, Mail and Address Book result in robust functionality for all its users.

Robust business continuity & data backup

One of the most endearing features of hosted Exchange is that the backend infrastructure is fully and efficiently managed by a third party, which minimizes the risk of loss of emails and other critical data during service outages. So even if the client’s facilities are not available due to some reason, the employees will still be able to access their Exchange accounts even from their mobiles or their home computers.

Rapid deployment & scaling

Hosted Exchange is capable of deploying email services at rapid speed. This facilitates the addition or elimination of users and even business processes, as per the need of the organization.

Deployment flexibility

Hosted Exchange improves flexibility of an organization in terms of providing highly available messaging services within the organization, across its different locations. Hosted exchange also ensures consistency for users at much lower cost since the need of dedicated IT staff is eliminated.

Robust physical security

Secure facilities that are fully equipped with video surveillance, limited access and monitoring tools to ensure customer’s data is the norm that all leading Exchange providers follow. ESDS takes extra care to provide the highest level of security.

The ability to focus on core business processes

With hosted Exchange taking care of your Exchange Infrastructure, you can focus completely on your core business. This frees your resources and time which can then be put to use in a more effective way.

Virus Scanning & Notifications

Microsoft IT generates notifications in a bid to pass up email black holes as a part of its virus scanning. This ensures that infected information never comes to your inbox silently, and Exchange alerts you every time there is suspicious activity.