TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE OF YOUR TECHNOLOGY
Free Microsoft 365 Workshop: Designed for Manufacturers
You shouldn’t have to work for your technology. It should work for you. Learn how to unlock the hidden productivity power you’re already paying for in Microsoft 365.
Workshop Details
- Date: Book it around your schedule
- Size: 3-5 team members
- Location: At your facility or our offices
- Timing: A focused 2-hour session tailored to your needs
Common Microsoft 365 Challenges in Manufacturing
Information Chaos
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- Searching for files for 3+ hours a week
- Jumping between emails, chats, drives
- “Where’s that quality report?” asked daily
Tool Stack Bloat
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- You’re paying for M365
- But you’re also paying for Slack, Zoom, DocuSign, and more
- The unnecessary costs stack up quickly
Communication Gaps
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- Shop floor insights never reach management
- Production schedules stuck in Excel
- Shift handoffs via paper/email
Hidden Capabilities
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- Teams can replace Slack + Zoom
- Planner can replace other PM tools
- Power BI can show real-time OEE
- Shifts can manage frontline schedules
The tools you need are already in your monthly bill. This workshop shows you how to find them.
How This Workshop Works
These workshops are not product demos. They are interactive sessions designed specifically for manufacturing teams to help you transform your operations using the tools you already pay for.
Step 1: Pre-Workshop Consultation
Help us understand your business goals and your biggest challenges.
Step 2: Personalized Workshop
Attend a 2-hour workshop and get actionable recommendations.
Step 3: Follow-up Support Call
Optional 30-day check-in to have additional questions answered.
Workshop Agenda
What we’ll cover together in just 2 hours.
Eliminate Communication Silos
We’ll walk through setting up Teams channels that connect your MES data streams to management dashboards. You’ll see exactly how work orders can flow through Teams instead of getting lost in email chains.
You’ll leave with: A configured Teams structure that connects shop floor to top floor
Automate Quality Documentation
Transform your quality team from emailing Excel files to using real-time SharePoint lists. We’ll create automated approval workflows for change orders and shift handoff procedures using Power Automate.
You’ll leave with: Working quality documentation workflows and approval processes
Create Real-Time Production Visibility
Build Power BI dashboards that show OEE, downtime reasons, and bottlenecks in real-time. We’ll connect shop floor insights directly to management decision-making without custom coding.
You’ll leave with: Live dashboards showing production metrics and KPIs
Consolidate Your Tool Stack
Replace Trello with Planner, Slack with Teams, and multiple subscriptions with integrated M365 workflows. We’ll create a clear migration plan to cut tool costs by $15-30 per user monthly.
You’ll leave with: A plan to eliminate redundant tool subscriptions
Who Should Attend This Workshop
This workshop is designed for manufacturing teams who want to maximize their Microsoft 365 investment.
IT Managers & Directors
Microsoft 365 admins looking to improve user adoption and reduce their bloated tech stack.
Operations Leaders
Plant managers, production supervisors, and operations directors who need visibility into shop floor data.
Quality Managers
Leading quality teams who want to streamline documentation, approvals, and compliance processes.
Executive Leadership
CEOs, COOs, and VPs who need better insights into operations and want to reduce technology costs.
Meet Your Manufacturing-Experienced Microsoft Experts
We’re not generic IT trainers. We understand PLCs, SCADA, MES systems, and the reality of production-first environments.
About Ben Rupp
Ben leads InsITe’s Modern Work & Learning initiatives, specializing in Microsoft 365 implementation and secure cloud-native collaboration solutions. His expertise centers on helping organizations build robust cloud strategies, optimized open communication structures, and effective file architecture in SharePoint and Teams.
With a passion for translating complex technology into business value, Ben excels at creating those “light bulb moments” when clients connect underutilized technology to their daily operations. His practical, conversation-based approach transforms technical concepts into actionable business strategies that drive measurable results.
About Dean Sternik
Dean is one of West Michigan’s M365 User Group organizers and a key member of InsITe’s Modern Work & Learning team. With extensive experience simplifying Microsoft 365 technologies, he helps organizations enhance productivity and collaboration through practical, accessible implementations.
Drawing from 34 years of public speaking and leadership background, Dean brings unique insight to digital transformation initiatives, focusing on the human elements that drive successful technology adoption. His approach combines technical expertise with exceptional communication skills, breaking down complex concepts into actionable strategies that resonate with teams at all technical levels.
Microsoft Gold Partner
Specialized training and resources to optimize your M365 transition with manufacturing-specific expertise.
100+ Years Combined Experience
Deep manufacturing IT expertise across production environements, compliance, and operational technology.
Manufacturing-Focused Approach
We understand IT/OT convergence, legacy equipment integration, and production-first priorities.