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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

The Landscape of Open-Source Office Suites

  • Introduction to available open-source options
  • Architecture and components of LibreOffice
  • Features and deployment models of OnlyOffice
  • Collabora Office and other alternatives
  • Analysis of strengths and applicable use cases

Assessment and Selection

  • Evaluating functional requirements
  • Comparing features against Microsoft Office
  • Analyzing total cost of ownership
  • Reviewing compatibility requirements
  • Considering licensing and support options

File Format Compatibility

  • Basics of ODF (OpenDocument Format)
  • Support for Microsoft Office formats
  • PDF integration and export possibilities
  • Managing complex documents and macros
  • Assessing and resolving migration issues

Deployment Strategies

  • Methods for desktop installation
  • Group Policy and centralized administration
  • Silent installation and packaging techniques
  • Using configuration profiles and templates
  • Managing updates and patches

In-Depth Look at LibreOffice

  • Features of Writer, Calc, Impress, and Base
  • Customization and managing extensions
  • Designing and distributing templates
  • Integration with LDAP and authentication
  • Options for enterprise support

OnlyOffice and Online Collaboration

  • Deployment options for the Document Server
  • Real-time collaboration capabilities
  • Integration with existing storage systems (Nextcloud, ownCloud)
  • Features of mobile and web clients
  • Integration with LDAP and SSO

Interoperability and Integration

  • Connecting email and calendar services
  • Links to cloud storage providers
  • Integration with document management systems
  • API and automation features

Migration Planning

  • Inventorying and assessing current documents
  • Selecting and executing pilot groups
  • Strategies for phased rollouts
  • Planning for fallback and parallel operations

Training and Support

  • Developing a user training curriculum
  • Preparing help desk resources and documentation
  • Strategies for managing resistance to change
  • Measuring adoption rates and user satisfaction

Wrap-up and Implementation Roadmap

Requirements

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable office applications
  • Fundamental knowledge of document formats and file management
  • Background in evaluating or deploying IT software

Target Audience

  • IT Managers and Digital Workplace Teams
  • System Administrators managing office system transitions
  • CIOs exploring strategies for vendor independence
  • Training and Support Personnel

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