If you provide a service to customers on an appointment basis, you'll know it's vital that your customers can easily contact you to make a booking.

When a customer's trying to decide who to use, it may come down to which company's the easiest to contact. You could be losing new customers or existing ones because they can't get in touch with you at a time that suits them. On the other hand, making yourself always available to book new appointments can be an interruption when you're with a customer. Sound familiar?

Microsoft Bookings is part of Office 365. It's an easy to use app that can quickly automate your customer booking process, ideal for small businesses and the self-employed. Simply enter your business details and preferences and you're ready to go, with a secure, online, customer booking form. You can even include it in your company Facebook page or website and let the bookings take care of themselves.

• Easy for customers to book online, 24/7.
• Handles cancellations and rescheduling.
• Reminders and notifications for you and your customers.
• Manage appointments on the go with the mobile app.

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If you already have an Office365 subscription, to get started visit the Microsoft website. If you don't have one, find out more about how a Microsoft Office 365 Business Premium subscription can help you and your business.