Microsoft Bookings, launched in 2016, is part of the broader Microsoft 365 suite of productivity tools. As a cloud-based scheduling solution, it enables businesses to manage appointments, meetings, and events through an integrated platform. Microsoft Bookings is primarily designed for small businesses, allowing them to create customized booking pages, manage appointments, and sync calendars with Outlook. One of the platform’s key advantages is its integration with Microsoft’s vast ecosystem, including Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint, making it particularly appealing to companies already using Microsoft products. Microsoft Bookings helps businesses reduce scheduling conflicts by offering real-time availability, automated reminders, and easy rescheduling. It also supports online payments and allows for appointment confirmations and cancellations. Microsoft Bookings is an ideal tool for service-based businesses such as healthcare providers, consultants, and educational institutions. The platform’s integration with the Microsoft ecosystem enables a streamlined workflow and enhances productivity for businesses already relying on Microsoft services. As part of Microsoft’s continued investment in cloud-based tools for businesses, Microsoft Bookings is poised to grow in adoption as more organizations seek seamless integrations across their software stack.
Year Founded: 2016
Founder: Microsoft Corporation (Bill Gates and Paul Allen)
CEO: Satya Nadella
Headquarters: Redmond, Washington
Approximately 220,000 employees (Microsoft total)
Market Cap: $2.5 trillion (Microsoft total as of 2023)
Top Line Revenue: estimated $211 billion in fiscal year 2023 (Microsoft total)
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