Microsoft Corp. today announced the availability of Microsoft® Office Live in the United States at https://www.officelive.com after being in beta for nine months, and its free beta availability in Japan, France, the U.K. and Germany on Nov. 21. Customers can sign up for Office Live, a complete, affordable set of Internet-based software and services that help small businesses attract new customers, keep in touch with existing customers, generate repeat business, and easily manage their business while on the go.
"Most small businesses lack IT expertise," said Rajesh Jha, corporate vice president for Microsoft Office Live at Microsoft. "Office Live is a one-stop shop that levels the playing field for companies with 10 or fewer employees by providing software and services that make a big difference; Office Live can impact business growth and profitability. Small businesses that sign up for Microsoft Office Live will now find it easier and cheaper than ever before to build and manage their business online. I"m confident that our industry partners will do a fantastic job of helping customers get started on Office Live."
Microsoft Office Live provides an open platform for partners on which they can build customized or industry-specific software applications and deliver services for their customers.