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Office 365 for SMEs: the alternative without subscription lock-in

Microsoft 365 Business is an obvious choice for SMEs, but not always the most economical one. For many small and medium-sized enterprises, perpetual Office licences are the cheaper and more predictable alternative. Here is the comparison, with a consulting offer.

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Office 365 for SMEs or perpetual licences after all? We show the subscription-free alternative for Swiss SMEs, with a cost comparison and tips on licence planning.

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When perpetual licences are the better choice for SMEs

Microsoft 365 Business is billed per user and per month. With ten workstations, this adds up over the years to a considerable amount. Perpetual Office licences, on the other hand, are a one-time investment; after that, there are no ongoing costs.

For SMEs whose employees use Office in the traditional sense, that is, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, without everyone actively needing cloud services and constant online collaboration, perpetual licences are usually cheaper and easier to plan for in budget terms. The subscription pays off above all where teams work heavily cloud-based.

What Keywi24 offers SMEs as a subscription alternative

  • Volume discount from 2 licences. The discount applies automatically; individual terms are available for larger quantities.
  • Free licence needs assessment. We work with you to check whether perpetual licences, the subscription or a combination is the right fit.
  • VAT invoice per order. A proper proof of purchase in Swiss format, also for a possible audit.
  • Predictable costs. A one-time investment instead of a permanent monthly burden on the budget.

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What is the alternative to Office 365 for SMEs?

Office perpetual licences. Instead of paying per user per month, the company buys licences once. For many SMEs this is cheaper and easier to budget for.

When does a subscription still make sense for an SME?

When teams work heavily in the cloud, collaborate a lot in real time and actively use online storage. In that case, Microsoft 365 Business may be the better choice.

Can we combine perpetual licences and a subscription?

Yes. Many SMEs mix the two: perpetual licences for fixed office workstations and a few 365 subscriptions for mobile employees. We advise on the most sensible split.
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