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Many Australian not-for-profit organisations already use Microsoft 365 for email and Microsoft Office. However, many are only using a small fraction of what they’re paying for.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium is much more than Outlook, Word and Teams. It combines productivity, device management and enterprise-grade cyber security into a single subscription, making it one of the best value technology investments available for charities, community organisations and NDIS providers.
At Stuff That Works (STW), we regularly find organisations paying for separate antivirus software, mobile device management tools and email filtering products that are already included—or can be replaced—by Business Premium.
Understanding what’s included can help reduce costs while improving security.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium includes:
Rather than purchasing several different products, organisations can manage much of their IT environment through one integrated platform.
Every dollar saved on IT can be redirected towards delivering services to the community.
Business Premium helps organisations:
It also simplifies administration by bringing user, device and application management into one ecosystem.
Provides enterprise-grade endpoint protection against ransomware, malware and other threats.
Allows laptops, tablets and mobile devices to be managed remotely, ensuring they remain compliant with organisational policies.
Restricts access to Microsoft 365 based on factors such as location, device compliance and sign-in risk.
Adds an extra layer of protection beyond passwords and helps prevent account compromise.
SharePoint and OneDrive provide secure collaboration while reducing the risks associated with traditional file servers.
Some organisations:
Addressing these issues often delivers significant improvements without major additional cost.
For many small to medium-sized not-for-profit organisations, Business Premium provides an excellent foundation.
However, every organisation has different requirements. Depending on your environment, you may also benefit from:
A tailored approach ensures the technology aligns with your organisation’s size, budget and risk profile.
Stuff That Works (STW) works with Australian not-for-profit organisations to design, implement and manage secure Microsoft 365 environments.
Our services include:
We focus on practical solutions that strengthen security without adding unnecessary complexity.
Yes. Eligible not-for-profit organisations may qualify for discounted or donated Microsoft licences, depending on their eligibility and the current Microsoft programs.
In many cases, yes. It offers security and management features that support stronger protection of staff accounts, devices and organisational data. Additional controls may still be appropriate depending on your compliance obligations.
Yes. Microsoft Defender for Business provides endpoint protection for supported devices.
It includes features that can help support several of the Essential Eight mitigation strategies, but technology alone is not enough. Proper configuration, policies and ongoing management are also important.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium is one of the most cost-effective ways for Australian not-for-profit organisations to improve productivity and cyber security.
By making full use of the tools already included in the subscription, organisations can strengthen security, simplify management and make better use of limited budgets.
If you’re unsure whether you’re getting the most from your Microsoft 365 environment, STW can help assess your current setup and recommend practical improvements tailored to your organisation.
Written by Mark Churchward
Director, STW
20+ years helping Victorian organisations with Microsoft 365, cybersecurity, and managed IT.
