Skype for Business Services

Move from Skype to Teams with less disruption

Unsupported Skype creates risk; Thriveon applies 500+ best practices to plan your Teams transition.

Unclear migration scope slows decisions; Fractional CIO guidance connects Teams planning to business goals.

Communication downtime hurts productivity; structured project management includes weekly status tracking.

User confusion reduces adoption; Thriveon supports Teams enablement with 98-99% average CSAT.

Post-migration issues need quick help; support calls are answered in under 1 minute on average.

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Our Clients

IT Leadership Clients Trust During Change

See how proactive planning, fast response, and clear execution reduce technology friction.

Thriveon truly focuses on the customer service side of the business. They impress us often with their support. And Thriveon is the first IT company that we found would prevent problems before they happen, rather than react to them after they happened.

John K.

GM, Kozy Heat Fireplaces

With the change to the modern workplace, we can now access our files from any location at any time with just an internet connection. Our documents are at our fingertips whether working from home, at a client site or sitting in an airport.

Ann Bolin

Director of Accounting and Administration, Blue Rose Capital Advisors

Thriveon has been an outstanding business alliance for our company. At certain times, we are high maintenance. It is wonderful to know that no matter what our demand, they are always there to help. In our industry, managing data and compliance are the cornerstone to ensuring privacy for our clients. Their reliability and dedication to network management lets us know we are protected. This has led to not only improvements in productivity but also peace of mind.

Dale Carlson

Managing Partner, Carlson Highland

I have to say that in the course of our relationship, I have always felt that we were in good hands. I sensed a competency and a capacity we hadn’t had before from the get-go.

DOD Manufacturer

Thriveon is one of the best things that happened to us this year. We started out retaining their services to obtain a more reliable and effective data backup solution, but their services to us evolved into a partnership where they are providing not only backup, but also disaster recovery, enhanced security, regular system and hardware monitoring and maintenance, and day-to-day speedy, reliable, professional and knowledgeable support services for all our IT needs (which Thriveon offers through their unlimited support program). Thriveon encourages support requests from all our staff members, for all of our IT questions, big or small, including questions regarding Microsoft Office and our other applications and software programs. Their engineers are friendly and really approachable.

Steve Franta

Managing Partner, The Legal Professionals

Since partnering with Thriveon, we’ve experienced a significant improvement in our IT operations. Their team’s expertise, responsiveness and professionalism have helped us overcome complex challenges and optimize our IT environment for better performance and reliability. We highly recommend Thriveon to any business seeking to enhance their IT infrastructure and capabilities.

Angel C. Mason

Director of Resources, Special Operations Warrior Foundation

Thriveon has been working with us and guiding us along the way…We enjoy having more than a client-vendor relationship. We view it as a partnership. We rely on Thriveon heavily, and they’ve always been there for us. Their support for us has been unwavering.

Kevin Sellheim

CEO and Administrator, Sleepy Eye Medical Center

Thriveon has provided the strategic planning and foresight that had been lacking in our IT environment. Our IT investments have transformed from reactive to proactive, putting us on the right track to improve our infrastructure, reduce our downtime and plan for future improvements. They’ve been an invaluable business partner and resource.

Liza Kukla

Controller, Schell's

Thriveon helped us replace a struggling IT setup with a clear technology strategy that improved efficiency, strengthened security, reduced unnecessary costs, and gave us the confidence to scale our construction business more effectively.

Ben Stealy

Operations, Horwitz

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Skype to Teams Migration Built for Business Continuity

Structured transition planning

Skype Assessment

Know what must change

Before a migration begins, Thriveon reviews how Skype for Business is currently used across your organization. This includes user groups, meetings, chat dependencies, calling requirements, devices, integrations, security settings, and Microsoft 365 readiness.

The goal is to replace uncertainty with a documented migration scope. Leaders gain visibility into what must move, what can be retired, what may need redesign, and where user disruption or security exposure could occur.

Migration Roadmap

Plan before you migrate

A clean transition requires more than picking a cutover date. Thriveon builds a Teams migration plan with clear phases, technical tasks, business priorities, stakeholder responsibilities, and communication milestones.

Fractional CIO involvement helps align the project with your broader IT roadmap and budget. Instead of treating Teams as an isolated deployment, the plan considers governance, collaboration standards, licensing, cybersecurity, and long-term operational efficiency.

Data Continuity

Protect user continuity

Communication history, meeting continuity, and user expectations are common concerns during a Skype to Teams transition. Thriveon evaluates what data and settings can be preserved, what needs to be reconfigured, and what users should expect before, during, and after migration.

This structured approach reduces confusion and helps protect business continuity. Users receive clearer guidance, leadership gets better visibility, and the migration avoids unnecessary disruption to daily communication.

Security Review

Reduce security exposure

Running unsupported communication software can create operational and security gaps. Thriveon reviews the surrounding Microsoft 365, identity, access, endpoint, and policy environment so the move to Teams strengthens your overall posture instead of simply changing platforms.

Security considerations may include MFA, access controls, device management, retention settings, monitoring, and compliance needs. The result is a Teams environment configured with risk reduction and audit readiness in mind.

User Enablement

Support confident adoption

Teams adoption succeeds when employees understand how to work in the new environment. Thriveon supports the transition with practical communication planning, user guidance, and post-migration assistance focused on minimizing frustration.

With support calls answered in under 1 minute and an average CSAT score of 98-99%, users have access to responsive help when questions arise. This keeps the project focused on productivity, not just technical completion.

Post-Move Management

Sustain long-term value

After migration, Thriveon documents the final environment, validates configuration, and transitions the platform into proactive IT management. This includes standards-based reviews of Microsoft 365, identity, devices, and related systems against more than 500 best practices.

Ongoing oversight helps prevent recurring issues, optimize licensing, improve governance, and keep Teams aligned with changing business needs. The migration becomes part of a continuous improvement process.

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Measured IT Performance Behind Better Microsoft Transitions

90%

Reduction In IT Tickets

98%

Client Satisfaction Score

70%

First-Touch Resolution Rate

Turn a Legacy Platform Into a Clear Teams Roadmap

Skype for Business helped many organizations standardize calling, meetings, and messaging. In 2025, however, mainstream support for Skype for Business Server ended, which changes the business decision. The priority is no longer maintaining a legacy platform. It is moving to Microsoft Teams in a way that protects productivity, security, and communication continuity.

Thriveon approaches that transition as a business-aligned IT project, not a simple tool swap. Your current users, policies, meetings, devices, Microsoft 365 configuration, security controls, and adoption needs are assessed before a migration plan is built. The result is a cleaner path forward, fewer surprises, and a Teams environment that supports how your organization actually works.

Reduce Migration Risk With a Structured Process

A successful Skype to Teams migration depends on the details that often get missed when the project is rushed. Thriveon uses a standards-based methodology to identify technical dependencies, reduce user disruption, and connect the migration to a broader Microsoft 365 strategy.

Assessment of current Skype for Business configuration and user impact
Review of Microsoft 365 readiness, identity, licensing, and security settings
Migration planning for meetings, messaging, voice needs, and adoption
Project tracking with defined scope, responsibilities, risks, and milestones
Post-migration support to resolve issues and reinforce user confidence

Make Teams Part of a Stronger IT Strategy

Teams is more than a replacement for Skype for Business. When implemented correctly, it can streamline collaboration, reduce dependency on legacy infrastructure, and support remote, hybrid, and multi-location work. The value comes from aligning Teams with your security requirements, operational workflows, and long-term IT roadmap.

Thriveon brings over 20 years of IT experience, Microsoft 365 migration capability, cybersecurity expertise, and Fractional CIO leadership to the process. That means the migration is planned with attention to cost, governance, user adoption, and future scalability. You gain a modern communication platform backed by proactive rather than reactive IT management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the skype for business services transition include?

The skype for business services transition covers a complete assessment of your current Skype setup, analysis of Microsoft 365 readiness, and planning for all meetings, messaging, and voice needs. You receive a tailored migration roadmap that accounts for user roles, devices, security controls, and existing policies. The process ensures your move to Teams protects productivity and minimizes disruption by addressing both technical and adoption challenges upfront.

What business outcomes can I expect from skype for business services?

By using skype for business services, you can expect measurable improvements in operational efficiency, reduced risk of communication downtime, and a smoother user experience. Most organizations see:

Minimized disruption during migration
Improved security and compliance alignment
Faster adoption of Microsoft Teams features
Clear connection between technology changes and business goals

How is the migration process from Skype to Teams managed?

The migration process begins with a structured assessment of your current Skype environment, followed by a review of Microsoft 365 licensing, security, and user needs. You receive a documented project plan with defined scope, milestones, and risk management steps. Weekly status tracking, clear responsibilities, and dedicated support ensure the migration stays on track, with post-migration help to address any user questions or issues.

How long does it take to complete a typical Skype to Teams migration?

A typical Skype to Teams migration for a mid-sized organization takes between 4 to 8 weeks, depending on complexity, number of users, and integration needs. The timeline includes planning, assessment, technical migration, user enablement, and post-migration support. You receive a detailed schedule at project kickoff, so you can plan for minimal operational impact and maintain communication continuity throughout the transition.

Why should I choose this skype for business services provider over others?

You benefit from a standards-based methodology built on 500+ best practices, executive-level Fractional CIO guidance, and a transparent project management process proven to reduce migration risks. This approach connects every step of your Skype to Teams transition to your actual business goals, not just technical requirements. With rapid support response times, high user satisfaction scores, and deep expertise in regulated industries, you experience fewer recurring issues and a migration aligned with long-term strategic value.