The Microsoft 365 User Adoption for Schools, MATs and Districts podcast is your go-to resource for unlocking the full potential of Microsoft 365 in education. Presented by Cloud Design Box (https://www.clouddesignbox.co.uk) — the UK’s leading provider of education-focused SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 intranet solutions — this series shares proven strategies, practical tips, and inspiring success stories to help schools, Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) and districts boost adoption, streamline workflows, and improve collaboration. Trusted by hundreds of schools, colleges and trusts, Cloud Design Box brings over a decade of experience in helping education organisations successfully implement Microsoft 365. Each episode covers essential topics such as Microsoft Teams for Education, SharePoint intranets for schools, Office 365 adoption strategies, OneNote Class Notebook in the classroom, MIS integration, safeguarding in Microsoft Teams, and digital
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Episode #1
Moving from Google to Microsoft 365
Aug 11, 202625 minS3
Cloud Design Box looks at moving from Google Workspaces to Microsoft 365 for Education. Thinking about moving your school from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 for Education? In this episode, Cloud Design Box explores what schools should consider before making the switch, including migration planning, Teams, SharePoint, security, collaboration and the practical steps involved in moving successfully.
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AI in Education – Insights from a Year-Long Global Study with The EduTec Alliance
Aug 7, 202518 minS0
<p>In this episode of the Cloud Design Box Podcast, COO Darren Hemming is joined once again by Glaucia Rosas and James Wilkinson from The EduTec Alliance to share exclusive insights from their year-long global study on <b>Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education</b>.</p><p>With the rapid rise of <b>generative AI tools</b> such as ChatGPT in late 2023, The EduTec Alliance set out to move beyond the hype and uncover the real impact of AI in schools, Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) and districts worldwide.</p><p>The study tested over <b>250 AI tools</b> across a diverse range...
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Digital Safeguarding for Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts – Protecting Students, Staff and Data
Mar 14, 202514 minS0
<p>Would your school or trust survive a cyberattack tomorrow? With hackers increasingly targeting the education sector, <b>digital safeguarding</b> is now just as critical as physical safety. Without a robust strategy, student data, staff security, and daily operations could be at serious risk.</p><p>In this episode of the Cloud Design Box Podcast, COO Darren Hemming speaks with <b>Philippa Wraithmell</b>, Founder of EdRuption and author of The Digital Ecosystem, about the growing importance of digital safeguarding in schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs).</p><p>Philippa shares insights from her work helping schools worldwide develop strong...
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Create a digital shield around your school with Multi Factor Authentication
Mar 13, 202519 minS0
<p><b>In a recent episode of the Cloud Design Box podcast, Martin Byford-Rew, Head of Digital Systems at King Edward VI Foundation, discusses the importance of multi-factor authentication (MFA) in schools and the strategies that institutions can use for successful implementation.</b></p><p>MFA offers significant advantages in educational settings.</p><p>By introducing an additional security layer, MFA safeguards against unauthorised access, even if a password has been breached.</p><p>The rise of cyber threats in education is alarming. And with schools now managing more sensitive digital information than ever before, cyberattacks pose risks to student...
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Building a HR Hub for Education in SharePoint – A Podcast with Spencer Academies Trust
Mar 11, 202529 minS0
<p>Looking to streamline HR processes, improve security, and centralise resources in your school or Multi-Academy Trust (MAT)? In this episode of the Cloud Design Box Podcast, <b>Josh Gibbs</b>, Educational Technology Lead at Spencer Academies Trust, shares how his team transformed HR management with a custom-built <b>SharePoint HR Hub</b>.</p><p>Josh is no stranger to SharePoint in Education, having previously worked with Cloud Design Box to lead digital transformation projects across multiple schools and trusts. Now at Spencer Academies Trust, Josh is helping to address a pressing need — simplifying HR operations across a rapidly growing MA...
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