Microsoft Loop is an innovative tool designed to enhance team collaboration by consolidating numerous elements into a single, cohesive workspace. Loop is part of your Microsoft 365 subscription, available to all faculty, staff, and students. Loop is particularly helpful for managing tasks, tracking project updates, and brainstorming ideas, providing a central hub where all team members can remain informed. Instead of navigating through various tools and applications, Loop allows users to integrate all project materials into one organized space, including tasks, notes, and resources.

Stay Updated In Real-Time

Loop ensures that team members stay updated in real-time, significantly reducing the need for back-and-forth emails and meetings and clarifying communication regarding responsibilities. This real-time update feature helps maintain clear communication within the team.

Brainstorm and Generate Ideas

Additionally, Loop fosters an environment conducive to brainstorming and idea sharing. It facilitates contributions from all team members without the constraints of rigid tools, making it an ideal platform for teams aiming to collaborate creatively and generate innovative ideas collectively. Files can be organized and collaboratively edited within Loop, making it the ideal tool for comprehensive project collaboration. Loop elements can be shared across nearly all the Microsoft 365 environment.

How Teams are Getting Things Done

For example, a marketing team working on a new campaign can use Loop to create a shared workspace, outline goals and strategies, assign tasks using the integrated Kanban board, and add brainstorming notes directly into the workspace. As they develop content ideas and gather feedback, everyone can see updates in real-time. Designers can upload visual assets that can be reviewed and edited collaboratively within Loop. The team uses Loop’s chat feature to discuss progress and make quick decisions without leaving the platform.

Learn Loop

To learn more about Microsoft Loop and how it can benefit your team, consider registering and attending the Loop Workshop on March 3. Furthermore, you can explore detailed tutorials and insights by viewing videos available on LinkedIn Learning. Log into LinkedIn Learning and search for Microsoft Loop. And remember the OIT HelpDesk is there for you 24/7 at 865-974-9900.