Skype for Business

byMicrosoft
in
4.3
Market Presence: Social Software in the WorkplaceUnified Communications (Transitioning to Unified Communications as a Service)

Overview

Product Information on Skype for Business

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Skype for Business?

Skype for Business is a communication software that integrates instant messaging, voice calls, video conferencing, and online meetings for organizations. The software offers tools for scheduling and conducting virtual meetings, sharing presentations, and collaborating in real time through a unified interface. It supports integration with other productivity software, enabling users to connect from various devices and locations. Skype for Business is designed to facilitate internal and external business communication, streamline meeting management, and improve team collaboration while supporting security and compliance requirements in enterprise environments.

Overall experience with Skype for Business

AUTOMATION ENGINEER
3B - 10B USD, Manufacturing
FAVORABLE

Reliable Communication but Outdated Interface and Connectivity Issues

4.0
Jun 3, 2025
It offers reliable communication and collaboration features, its user interface can feel outdated and occasionally less intuitive compared to newer platforms. I was a user of both the private and the business version before it was phased out.
EPOS ANALYST
250M - 500M USD, Retail
CRITICAL

Skype for Business: A Tool for Enhanced International Communication

3.0
Dec 19, 2024
We tried Skype for Business and it fared well, it was easy to use and gave us simple and strong access to communicate with a number of our international partners who also use Skype.

About Company

Company Description

Microsoft enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Microsoft is dedicated to advancing human and organizational achievement. Microsoft Security helps protect people and data against cyberthreats to give peace of mind.

Company Details

Company type
Public
Year Founded
1975
Head office location
Redmond, Washington, United States
Number of employees
10000+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD

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Skype for Business Reviews and Ratings

Showing data for 4605 ratings and reviews for Social Software in the Workplace market. View all 7384 ratings and reviews across markets for a complete picture.

4.3

(4605 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
42%
4 Star
47%
3 Star
10%
2 Star
2%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.3

Integration & Deployment

4.4

Service & Support

4.3

Product Capabilities

4.4

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  • AUTOMATION ENGINEER
    1B-10B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Reliable Communication but Outdated Interface and Connectivity Issues

    4.0
    Jun 3, 2025
    It offers reliable communication and collaboration features, its user interface can feel outdated and occasionally less intuitive compared to newer platforms. I was a user of both the private and the business version before it was phased out.
  • PROJECT MANAGER/TECHNICAL SUPPORT MANAGE
    50M-1B USD
    Software
    Review Source

    Seamless Communication through Skype: A User's Perspective

    5.0
    Feb 13, 2025
    I used Skype for about 3 years and it is a useful business communication platform. It serves its purpose well with features such as messaging, voice calls and file sharing which I felt as extremely useful for communication and team collaboration.
  • Finance Associate
    1B-10B USD
    Consumer Goods
    Review Source

    Easy UI that allows easy and clear communication

    5.0
    Feb 17, 2025
    Easy UI that allows simple and effective communication across the business and also externally
  • MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES
    <50M USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Skype: Enhancing HR Capabilities for Remote Employee Engagement

    5.0
    Jan 24, 2025
    Skype enables HR to host town hall meetings, allowing employees to connect with leadership and ask questions in real-time. Skype allows HR to conduct regular check-ins with remote employees, helping to build relationships and improve employee engagement.
  • Senior Software Engineer
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Enhancing Team Productivity with Skype for Business

    4.0
    Jan 22, 2025
    Skype for Business is a very good communication tool for our company! It helps us connect with team members very easily and quickly. Some features I like are that video and audio calls are super reliable, can share presentations smoothly, easy to use interface for all team members and it also works great for remote work communications.
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