This article explains options for how you, the admin, can deploy the Skype for Business app to the people in your organization.īefore you deploy Skype for Business to your users, make sure you've done steps 1-3 in the article Set up Skype for Business Online. Skype for Business Online, excluding the service operated by 21Vianet in China, was retired on July 31, 2021.
Remember that a successful upgrade aligns technical and user readiness, so be sure to leverage our upgrade guidance as you navigate your journey to Teams. If you want to upgrade your organization to Teams yourself, we strongly recommend that you begin planning your upgrade path today.
If you haven't upgraded your Skype for Business Online users yet, they will be automatically scheduled for an assisted upgrade. Skype for Business Online operated by 21Vianet in China will be retired on October 1, 2023.
