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Briefing
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- Cloud-Based Digital Canvas – Microsoft moved Whiteboard to public beta, cloud-based digital canvas that enables real-time collaboration across devices using Windows 10 operating system
- Real-Time Collaboration – Requires one participant subscribed to Office 365, Microsoft’s cloud-based productivity suite, with changes made on canvas automatically uploaded to cloud which can be shared with other participants through OneDrive
- Interactive Features – Allows participants to add photos that turns into stacks, do web searches, jot down notes, and convert freeform illustrations into standard shapes
- Commercial Availability – Beta version can be downloaded through Microsoft Store, with company still collecting feedback and feature requests to improve service
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Business Model and Practices
Business Model
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Sector
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Cross-sector
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Organization
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Microsoft Corp.
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Source
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Walker, J., "Microsoft launches new collaborative Whiteboard app",
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"Microsoft Whiteboard Preview—the freeform canvas for creative collaboration,"
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Heater, B., "Microsoft’s collaborative Whiteboard app is now available for Windows 10 users",
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Foley, M., "Microsoft opens up its Windows 10 Whiteboard app for public preview",
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AcceleratingBiz analysis
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Original Publication Date
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December 5, 2017
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