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The biggest announcements from Satya Nadella's Microsoft Ignite 2024 opening keynote

During the opening session of Microsoft Ignite 2024, Satya Nadella took to the stage to unveil a series of exciting announcements.

How to get your organisation ready for AI in 2024

AI is no longer a futuristic concept. It is here now, being used at work every day. But how do you make sure your organisation is really ready for it?

Everything we know about Microsoft Copilot Wave 2

Announced during a LinkedIn live event, Wave 2 of Copilot brings new updates, features and functions to a tool that already has mind-blowing capabilities.

How to beat the end-of-summer slump at work

In this article, we look at why we experience an end-of-summer slump and how this can be combatted in the workplace.

Write AI prompts like a pro: Getting the most from Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT (+ Examples!)

The outputs from AI tools like Microsoft Copilot are only as strong as the prompts you give it. Let's take a look at how to prompt like a pro!

The coolest things you can do with Microsoft Copilot right now

With so many features being added to Copilot all the time, it has become so much more than a generative AI tool. Read some of its coolest features.

Hable commit to empowering Dyslexic Thinking

We are immensely proud to announce the next step on our accessibility journey, as we commit to supporting Dyslexic Thinking through Made By Dyslexia.

Supporting neurodiverse colleagues with Microsoft 365 tools

a look at the features and tools in Microsoft 365 that can support neurodiverse and neurotypical people in the workplace.

Top 5 Best Practices in Change Communications

For a change to be successful, your people need to know what is happening. But what does effective communication in change look like? Our Change Managers and Comms experts share their best practice tips and tricks.

Windows 10 End of Support: What does this mean for you and your organisation?

With the release of the newer and more secure Windows 11, Microsoft have announced that Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14th, 2025.

Future of Work: 5 Workplace Trends to Look for in 2024

As 2023 comes to an end and 2024 draws ever closer, we are set for another year of significant transformation and innovation in the workplace.

The Battle of Generative AI Assistants: Microsoft Copilot vs. Google Duet AI

Both Microsoft and Google have invested heavily in their own generative AI assistants. But which is better? Microsoft Copilot vs. Google Duet.

The Biggest Announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2023

It's that time of year again! Microsoft Ignite sees developers and IT pros get together for exciting announcements, engaging keynotes, and interesting discussions.

AI For All: Looking back on Microsoft Envision London 2023

If you didn't manage to make it to Microsoft Envision in London - don't panic! We've put together a list of our key takeaways. Take a look.

5 Ways to Manage Your Mental Health With Microsoft 365

Within Microsoft 365, you have a number of tools at your fingertips that can be used to manage your mental health and wellbeing.

Accessibility: Microsoft's Immersive Reader Tool is Coming to LinkedIn

This integration marks a huge step in the right direction for accessibility. Not just on LinkedIn but on social media as a whole.

Microsoft Paint is Getting an AI-Powered Makeover

After remaining unchanged for so long, the time has finally come for MS Paint to get a major update. Including layers, transparency, and AI superpowers! Let’s take a look at what this means.

What is the 'September Surge' and how might it affect your business?

The September Surge is a seasonal HR trend that could have an impact on your business. Fear not! There are steps you can take to minimise the impact. Find out more...

Top Workplace Buzzwords of 2023 - From ‘Rage Applying’ to ‘Bare Minimum Mondays’

As our ways of working evolve, so does the language we use to talk about it. Read our guide to the top Workplace Buzzwords of 2023.

Clipchamp for Work is coming to Microsoft 365 commercial tenants

Clipchamp is being made available for Microsoft 365 commercial customers in August 2023. What does that mean for businesses?

Here's Why Your Staff Are Resisting New Technology

After a long technology project, a lack of adoption is the last thing you want. But why does this happen? Let's take a look.

Microsoft Inspire: 2023 Keynote Highlights and Key Takeaways

There were some big announcements in the Microsoft Inspire 2023 Keynote. With AI very much at the centre. Take a look at the highlights.

Emojis and Accessibility: How to make emojis accessible

Emojis have become central to how we communicate in the modern world. But how do we ensure they are used in an accessible way?

What is the Forgetting Curve? How do you combat it?

A deep dive into the Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve theory and how you can combat this to achieve your business goals.

5 Top Tips to Nail Your New Device Rollout

With the rollout of new devices across your organisation, there is often a lot to consider. How do you ensure optimum success for everyone impacted by the change?

Is ‘grotesque’ Anna really what remote workers will look like in the future?

A furniture company released a 3D model showing what remote workers will look like in 2100. But how accurate is it?

The long term impact of COVID on working and learning

What has the long term affect of COVID been on the way we work and learn? We delve into exploring how learning providers can help.

Creating a learning culture in a modern workplace

What is a learning culture? And how does it benefit my organisation? Let's take a look.

Everything you need to know about Viva Pulse, coming July 2023

Ahead of its launch, let’s look at what Viva Pulse actually is and how it might be used across your organisation.

Everything you need to know about new Microsoft Teams

Entirely rebuilt from the ground up, new Teams will be up to 2x faster and use 50% less memory.

Microsoft announce support for Stream Deck integration

Join us in looking at why we think stream decks are awesome and how to configure them.

Top tips for creating better Power BI Dashboards

Many business are collecting data, today we look at how Power BI can make meaningful reports.

International Women’s Day: 5 women who have changed technology

For International Women’s Day 2023, we wanted to share the stories of 5 inspirational women who have changed technology forever.

Microsoft 365: Say goodbye to Yammer and hello to Viva Engage

Yammer is changing to align more closely with the Microsoft Viva suite; a collection of apps and tools to transform the employee experiences.

What is climate quitting? The new workplace phenomenon

You've heard of quiet quitting, but now there's a new trend taking the workplace by storm. Let's take a look at 'climate quitting' and the rise of the green jobs.

Minit coming to Microsoft Power Automate

Microsoft are launching process mining capabilities within Power Automate.

We are members of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower!

Hable are now a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower member.

HR Priorities for 2023 and the Microsoft Apps That Can Help

Top priorities for HR leaders in 2023 and the Microsoft 365 solutions to help.

Microsoft 365 to alleviate NHS winter pressures

Ahead of this hugely difficult time for NHS staff, we wanted to share a list of handy ways the Microsoft 365 suite can be used to reduce some of this pressure.

The Benefits of ESG Initiatives for Modern Businesses - And How The Cloud Can Help

What is environmental, social, and corporate governance and how can cloud solutions help?

Stress awareness: managing stress at work with Microsoft 365

Explore how tools readily available within Microsoft 365 can be used to manage your stress at work.

World Menopause Day: Anxiety, brain fog and help

Lisa, one of our Change Managers, shares her experiences for World Menopause Awareness Month. Including how Microsoft 365 wellbeing tools can help to manage symptoms.

Mental health awareness: It’s a journey not a fix

Our Digital Marketing Manager, Mark Poston, opens up about his mental health journey for World Mental Health Day 2022.

6 Microsoft Viva features to re-energise employees

Energising employees is key in the new hybrid working world. Here are 6 new Microsoft Viva features to help you re-engage and re-energise your workforce.

Hable saves hours weekly with Power Automate

Hable's inhouse marketing team are saving hours of time every week by automating process in Power Automate.

What’s new in Microsoft 365? August 2022 Update

Each month, we round up the biggest and the best announcements from across the Microsoft 365; whether that’s enhancements to existing products, exciting new features coming, or brand new apps.

5 Reasons Why You Need Change Management

There’s a lot to think about when starting a new digital transformation project; potential risks, unexpected costs, and crucial project deadlines.

Our very own Microsoft MVP, Paul Dredge!

Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals – or MVPs – are a group of technology experts who are passionate about sharing their knowledge within their communities.

What’s new in Microsoft 365? July 2022 Update

It’s time for another Microsoft 365 update, rounding up the most exciting announcements from across the platform over the last month. This July, we take a look at new features in Teams, Viva and Microsoft Word.

Announcement: Sean O’Shea, Managing Director, to leave Hable after 3 and a half years

Today we regrettably announce that our Managing Director, Sean O’Shea, has made the decision to leave Hable after 3 and a half years with the company.

What's New From Microsoft? June 2022 Update

We’re back with another Microsoft update, rounding up the biggest and best Microsoft 365 announcements from over the last month!

Hable to join government backed National Institute of Teaching programme

Today we are announcing that we’re joining the new National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) programme, led by the charity School-Led Development Trust (SLDT).

Disability Confident: How Our People Benefit

For Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we wanted to reflect on the benefits that being Disability Confident has brought to Hable, both for our people and as an organisation.

Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft Viva Goals

Microsoft have just announced Viva Goals – here is everything you need to know about Goals and how it’s going to help your teams.

5 Signs of Loneliness & How to Combat Them

With a recent survey showing that more than 80% of employees say their company has adopted hybrid working, it’s likely that you’ve been affected by this shift in some way.

The biggest barriers to the adoption of new technology

As technology continues to advance, we are constantly becoming more reliant on it in our daily lives. But what stops people fully adopting new technology?

What’s new from Microsoft? April 2022 Update

Every month we publish a Microsoft update on our blog, rounding up the biggest and best Microsoft 365 announcements from over the last 30 days.

My Experiences of Neurodiversity in the Workplace

As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2022, hear first-hand from our Technical Consultant, Patrick Fopma, on his experiences of the workplace as someone who has autism.

A Day in the Life of James Bush, Graphic Designer

Hello there! I’m James Bush, I’m a Graphic Designer at Hable, working in the Creative department.

What’s New From Microsoft? March 2022 Update

We’re back with another Microsoft update, rounding up the biggest and best Microsoft 365 announcements from over the last month!

We're now a Disability Confident Leader!

It’s not a label, it’s a commitment we’ve made. Learn about our journey to become accredited as a Disability Confident Leader

Inclusion Tools in Microsoft 365

Diversity & inclusion has never been so important at work. What tools are there within Microsoft 365 that can help you create an inclusive environment?

What’s New From Microsoft? February 2022 Update

We’re back with another Microsoft update, rounding up the biggest and best Microsoft 365 announcements from over the last month!

Blue Monday 2022: Our 10 top tips to beat the January blues

January can be a tricky month for our mental health, with many of us struggling with the wintry weather, dark evenings and post-Christmas come down. Combine all of this with ‘that Monday feeling’ and you get Blue Monday; the name given to the third Monday in January and thought to be the most depressing day of the year.

What’s New From Microsoft? January 2022 Update

It’s time for our first Microsoft update of the year, where we round up the biggest and best Microsoft 365 announcements from over the last month!

A Day in the Life of Georgie Bartley, Content & Marketing Consultant at Hable

Here’s what a typical day in the Content world looks like for Georgie Bartley at Hable

What is Viva Connections and how can it benefit your organisation?

In this blog, we’re going to look at what Viva Connections is, and what the benefits of Viva Connections are.

How Microsoft Teams Has Changed The Way We Work

How has remote meeting software provided an unexpected requirement?

What’s New From Microsoft? December 2021 Update

We’re back for another of our monthly Microsoft updates, rounding up the best announcements from Microsoft over the past month.

What are Digital Champions and what are the benefits?

Digital champions help organisations accelerate change and improve digital skills at scale. Let's explore more of the benefits!

The Top Announcements From Microsoft Ignite 2021

Last week saw Microsoft once again host their annual conference Ignite, here are our top announcements and sessions for 2021.

5 Ways Microsoft Viva Can Help Drive Diversity & Inclusion In Your Organisation

We sat down with our team of inhouse Microsoft Viva Specialists and asked them to share their thoughts:

What’s New From Microsoft? October 2021 Update

It’s that time of the month again! Check out our latest monthly Microsoft update, rounding up the biggest and best Microsoft announcements from the past month.

9 Questions to Shape Your Hybrid Working Strategy

How can you successfully move to a Hybrid Working model while ensuring your people remain at the forefront.

What’s New From Microsoft? September 2021 Update

It’s time for another of our monthly Microsoft updates, rounding up the biggest and best Microsoft announcements from the past month.

What’s New From Microsoft? August 2021 Update

Rounding up all of the exciting Microsoft announcements from over the last month (August 2021).

We are CRN Women in Channel Awards 2021 Finalists!

As a company that is committed to gender equality, we are immensely proud to be finalists at the CRN Women in Channel Awards 2021.

Announcing Hable Middle East

Today is a very exciting day for Hable, as we announce we’re going international. The launch of Hable Middle East marks our very first step towards taking #TeamHable worldwide.

Five women from Hable nominated for CRN Women in Channel Awards 2021

We are extremely excited to announce that FIVE women across Hable have been nominated in various categories at the CRN Women in Channel Awards 2021.

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek: How Can Employers Support Staff Mental Health at Work?

Hable discuss a very important topic to the team - mental health.

Announcing the Hable Forest, in partnership with The World Land Trust

Today we are excited to announce a brand new initiative – The Hable Forest – that we are launching in partnership with conservation charity The World Land Trust.

Top Tips for Creating a Successful Hybrid Workplace

As we move toward hybrid working, how can organisations create the best possible workplace for a modern world? Let's take a look!

Looking After Your Mental Health As We Leave Lockdown

From lack of social contact to not being able to switch off, the move to remote work has been a difficult transition for many. However, for some, going back into the office is even more daunting.

10 Exciting New Microsoft Teams Features From Microsoft Ignite 2021

Microsoft Ignite, Microsoft’s annual conference for developers and IT professionals, kicked off virtually this week with a seriously jampacked agenda.

Signing up for the Tech Talent Charter: Our Commitment to Diversity in Tech

More on our commitment to the Tech Talent Charter

Using Data to Improve Wellbeing

How can you use data you already have access to to improve your well being?

What is Microsoft Viva and how might it help my organisation?

Microsoft made an announcement last week which got us very excited at #TeamHable. It was, of course, the launch of their new employee experience platform Microsoft Viva.

International Epilepsy Day: Sekela Shares Her Story

Sekela Shares Her Story on living with Epilepsy

Leading a Generation: M365 & Productivity for Students

Written by Omari Stafford Davis, #TeamHable Internship Class of 2020, Sales Executive.

#TeamHable’s End of Year Review: Top 5 Highlights

Meet Elliott Garwood, our first ever Apprentice

Meet Elliott Garwood, the first ever apprentice to work for Hable! Find out more about his journey so far.

#TeamHable Interview: Nathan Rhodes Celebrates One Year at Hable

Nathan Rhodes Celebrates One Year at Hable

What Happened @ People & Tech: Navigating the New Normal in Local Regional Government

Navigating the New Normal in Local Regional Government

#HableLoves… Microsoft Teams Updates: Our 5 Favourite New Features

Our 5 Favourite New Features

Why Teachers Are Amazing: The Response to COVID19

Teachers have responded to the COVID19 lockdowns and adapted so quickly. Here's why they're so amazing.

What lessons in sustainability are we learning from the pandemic?

What lessons in sustainability can we learn from the coronavirus pandemic? From remote working to paperless processes.

Working from Home? From #TeamHable to the World #TogetherAlone (Video)

er the past couple of weeks, life has changed dramatically for each and every one of us.

Remotely Achieve your Educational Goals with Microsoft Teams

Remotely Achieve Your Educational Goals with Microsoft Teams

Tips from Hable on Remote Working

The Working from Home Pandemic: Tips from Hable on Remote Working

Advice from #TeamHable: On the Impact of COVID-19 in Schools

A word from our School Sector Lead Chris Thackray on the situation regarding COVID-19 and how it is affecting schools.

The Role of Microsoft Teams in the NHS’ Battle Against COVID-19

Hector Minto: Changing the Narrative Around Accessibility

A Collection Of Birthday Messages #WeAre5

A collection of 'Happy Birthday' Messages from our valued customers. Who joined us in London to celebrate our 5th birthday!

Hable’s 5th Birthday Bash: Celebrating 5 Years of Changing How People Feel About Technology

We recently celebrated half a decade of changing how people feel about technology! See how the BIG 5th Birthday bash went down in LDN.

World Colour Blind Awareness Day 2019

World Colour Blind Awareness Day 2019 – Mark’s Story

#TeamHable Interview: Mark Reynolds Reflects On Five Years Of Business

Our founder Mark takes a moment out of his schedule to reflect on his entrepreneurial journey. From Hable’s beginnings as a one man team, to where it is today…

Minecraft in Education: How can it be used?

A closer look into the powerful ways in which Minecraft can be used within the Education space.