Cisco Unified Communications Connect for Microsoft
This Cisco Unified Communications Connect license unlocks advanced integration capabilities between your Cisco collaboration tools and Microsoft applications, ensuring smooth business operations.
- Feature Access: Entitlement to advanced features that bridge Cisco UC and Microsoft platforms.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures your integrated communication systems function without interruption.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps maintain adherence to communication and data handling policies.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Empowers teams with unified communication experiences across platforms.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco BW UC-Connect for Microsoft is a platform software license that enables enhanced integration between Cisco Unified Communications solutions and Microsoft applications. It provides the necessary licensing to unlock advanced features and ensure seamless operation of your hybrid communication environment.
This license is designed for businesses, from SMBs to mid-market enterprises, that utilize both Cisco collaboration tools and Microsoft productivity suites. It fits into environments where IT managers or professionals need to ensure their communication infrastructure is fully functional and integrated for daily business operations.
- Platform Integration: Connects Cisco Unified Communications with Microsoft Teams and other collaboration tools.
- Feature Unlock: Grants access to specific functionalities for enhanced communication workflows.
- Subscription-Based: Offered as a recurring subscription for continuous access and updates.
- Compliance Support: Aids in meeting regulatory and internal policy requirements for communication systems.
- Scalable Licensing: Provides licensing that can adapt to your organization's growth and needs.
This Cisco license is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to unify their communication platforms and enhance productivity.
What This Enables
Enable Unified Communication Workflows
Enable teams to manage Cisco voice and video calls directly within Microsoft Teams. Streamline collaboration by bringing communication functionalities into a single, familiar interface.
hybrid cloud environments, integrated software stacks, business process automation, unified user experience
Enhance Collaboration Across Platforms
Streamline the process of sharing presence information and initiating calls between Cisco UC and Microsoft applications. Automate the connection between different communication tools to improve team efficiency.
multi-platform IT environments, distributed workforces, cross-application workflows, productivity enhancement
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Maintain compliance with Cisco's licensing requirements for integrating UC with Microsoft services. Protect against potential service disruptions or audit issues by having the correct software entitlement.
managed IT infrastructure, software asset management, regulatory adherence, operational risk mitigation
Key Features
Microsoft Integration
Connects Cisco Unified Communications with Microsoft Teams and other collaboration tools for a unified experience.
Subscription Licensing
Provides continuous access to features and updates through a flexible billing model.
Feature Unlock
Grants access to advanced functionalities for enhanced communication workflows.
Compliance Assurance
Helps meet regulatory and internal policy requirements for communication systems.
Scalability
Offers licensing that can adapt to your organization's evolving communication needs.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require secure and compliant communication platforms that integrate with productivity tools to manage client interactions and internal collaboration effectively.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable, integrated communication systems to facilitate patient care coordination and administrative tasks while adhering to strict privacy regulations like HIPAA.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers rely on seamless communication and document collaboration, necessitating integrated tools for client confidentiality and efficient case management.
Education & Research
Educational institutions utilize integrated communication and collaboration platforms to support remote learning, administrative functions, and research collaboration across diverse user groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco BW UC-CONNECT FOR MICROSOFT?
This is a platform software subscription license from Cisco that enables enhanced integration between Cisco Unified Communications solutions and Microsoft applications, unlocking advanced features and ensuring seamless operation.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is designed for SMB and mid-market businesses that use both Cisco collaboration tools and Microsoft productivity suites and need to integrate them effectively.
What is the billing model for this license?
This license is offered on a subscription basis, meaning it is billed recurringly for continuous access and updates.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.