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OneDrive from Microsoft is a cloud storage and file syncing service.
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February 18, 2020
Cloud Storage Solution for Microsoft Suite Users
We use OneDrive as our company's cloud file storage system. Every document that is to be saved to a hard drive, is also uploaded to OneDrive as an added protection. It allows us to retrieve files from anywhere we have internet access, share files with other employees and allows us to link to files from one central point.
- Drag and drop uploading is very easy to use.
- The ability to create folders to help organize files is nice.
- When uploading a new version of a file, with the same file name, OneDrive often looks as if it's beginning to upload the new version but then after a moment, freezes and prompts you to approve the overwrite. It's enough of a pause that you think you don't need to do anything and the file will upload, only to come back and find out that nothing has actually happened. It just takes too long to realize that it's the same file name.
- Moving a file from one destination in OneDrive to another (from one folder to another, for instance) is very clunky.
February 18, 2020
OneDrive for everyone
OneDrive is used as the primary user file store, for a shared location, and general files. We utilize the online functions for gaining access across devices and for everywhere access even without a VPN. We leverage the MS SLA to provide the most reliable user experience possible. We use it as a tool to offset data center infrastructure.
- Available one PC, laptop and mobile devices
- No VPN required
- Back up services
- Better desktop integration
February 15, 2020
OneDrive Review
At Adecco, our teams utilize OneDrive as a cloud service that stores all of our files in an organized manner. OneDrive allows us to store and protect our files, share them with others, and get to them from anywhere on all of our devices. By using this solution, Adecco team members have all of the documents that are needed within our fingertips. In today's remote workforce, OneDrive allows us to maintain productivity where ever we are.
- Remote access
- File sharing
- Syncing
- Document management
February 14, 2020
OneDrive - A Great Replacement for Personal Servers
OneDrive is being rolled out as a replacement for individual servers for everyone at my global organization. It is addressing the need for cloud storage, collaboration, and secure mobile access. It's helping us stop the use of unapproved and less secure tools like Google Drive and Basecamp. Employees are excited about using it due to the positive improvements to the UX and ease of use.
- User Experience - OneDrive is easy to use. It's natively integrated on everyone's computers after downloading it from our App portal. It's just like using local file management on your computer. You can easily tell when files are confirmed to be uploaded with intuitive green check marks.
- Web Access - If for some reason you need to access your files from a browser instead of natively, the experience is still positive. When opening a OneDrive file in browser, you can edit in browser with the browser office apps.
- Mobile Access - Accessing files on the go is critical these days. The OneDrive mobile app is easy to use and allows you to see all of your files and files shared with you. Paired with other O365 apps, you can also edit files on the go which is very convenient. The O365 mobile apps are great!
- Sending Links - Though you can easily share links to files from the web experience, it isn't the same on the native experience. It would be nice if you could right click on a file to share its location with someone vs. opening the office application to share with others.
- File Character Restrictions - This isn't just with OneDrive, but sometimes files will not upload due to an unsupported character in the file name.
February 04, 2020
OneDrive Storage Centre
We use OneDrive as our central hub and document database for all departments. One of our main issues was the inability to access other project managers' documents to cover time off, aid in questions or handle smooth change in management processes. Another issue was needing the ability to call up documents instantly from any device as we are fairly mobile.
- Permission levels, shared links, offline version.
- Completely customizable to reflect departments, projects or digital filing systems.
- Would be nice to have OCR support - that is to photograph a typed or handwritten document and upload and convert to a Word doc/PDF.
- Convert PDF to Word, etc.
January 19, 2020
Secure cloud storage for your documents.
OneDrive is used as an enterprise storage solution across the entire organization. A few departments do use other solutions such as Dropbox; however, OneDrive is available to all employees. It provides secure cloud storage for employees' documents that can be accessed any time from a wide variety of devices such as desktop, mobile, tablets, and so on. It also facilitates the sharing of documents within the company as well as with select people outside.
- Microsoft Office 365 is the main office productivity suite used widely. OneDrive offers documents to be saved from desktop Office applications such as Word, Excel, and others. Documents can also be created from the mobile app.
- It allows a browser interface to work on documents. Documents are saved automatically when working through a browser.
- Saving documents directly to OneDrive from Office 365 desktop applications can be challenging sometimes. I have faced issues wherein the local copy did not sync with OneDrive.
- I have faced performance issues while working on documents from the mobile app. However, I rarely work on Office documents from my phone, so it is not a major issue.
January 19, 2020
OneDrive: The modern filing system
We use OneDrive as our modern filing system. OneDrive allows our employees to access their files from anywhere on any device.
- Availability of files
- Shareability of files
- Syncing sometimes runs into issues.
January 19, 2020
My experience using OneDrive.
We use OneDrive as a repository of files in many formats. Actually we use it to support our customers (files that are created/used along our projects) and our service providers (partners that complement our work). OneDrive allows a collaborative approach without transferring files via other tools (e-mail, WhatsApp, Skype, etc.). It avoids all the problems regarding versioning of a file. OneDrive is great for us, because we have different professionals working on the same file along distinct phases of a project.
- A big strength is the full compability with Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PPT, etc.).
- It is very easy and simple to use and to organise files in folders.
- New features would make OneDrive more useful as part of project management, especially when there are several people or areas collaborating and working on the same file (simple flows, additional controls of versioning, etc.).
- A simple preview of each file (before opening it) would be interesting, especially when we have so many files stored.
January 16, 2020
Great backup tool for small business
OneDrive is being used company wide. We aren't a big company, so needed something simple to implement and easy to manage. OneDrive allows us to back up important files and know that they are secure. We don't have an IT department, so really needed a solution that didn't require specific IT expertise to implement and maintain. OneDrive is our backup and it works especially well with Windows machines.
- OneDrive is super easy to implement.
- OneDrive doesn't require any specific technical expertise to use it.
- I can't speak to larger organization use cases, so don't know how well OneDrive would work for larger orgs.
- OneDrive does seem more localized, so I really view it as a tool I use with my files.
We use OneDrive as our primary file storage and sharing system. It has replaced all internal file servers in our organization. Because it maps directly to the user's Documents and Desktop, the amount of training required is much less. File syncing between office desktops and mobile devices is seamless and transparent.
- Scanning from mobile devices is smooth and has replaced all other mobile file scanning software.
- Integration with Windows Explorer is a much better experience compared to competitors. User training is much simpler.
- Branding is confusing in a corporate environment - OneDrive vs. OneDrive for Business.
- Need more flexibility in naming the top-level folder in our organization.
January 10, 2020
OneDrive is a good option for modern cloud sharing software
OneDrive is powerful cloud storage used by 70% of our organization. It gives us mobility, powerful sharing options, and good file history changes.
- Sharing.
- File history changes.
- Syncing issues.
- Better integration when syncing SharePoint libraries.
January 10, 2020
Compatible with Microsoft, Weak as a Stand-Alone Option
Our entire organization uses OneDrive for email, document sharing, forms, etc. Staff, faculty, and students all use OneDrive for classes and collaboration. It enables us to share live documents and forms while staying within the university's Microsoft network. It enables instant connection and mobile application for constant information-sharing. Some departments and student groups use it more than others, but all employees are familiar with OneDrive and capable of using it.
- OneDrive is available online and on mobile platforms. The connection between the two enables employees who work beyond the traditional office setting to access important documents at all times.
- OneDrive syncs with the network users to automatically load contact information. Sharing is easy. Simply type in another employee or student name, and their email immediately pops up.
- OneDrive works on the mobile app, but updates made online are often slow to update on the app. I would like to see an instantaneous connection.
- Finding shared documents on OneDrive is a challenge, and I often find myself searching for documents and folders. A new organization system would increase its functionality.
January 10, 2020
A great cloud storage and sharing platform for Windows users
I use it to store promotional material information, pictures, and documents. I use it to back up those same files. It is a really easy way to keep information backed up online and access that information from anywhere on all my devices. I also use it to share my files with colleagues as needed.
- Ease of access/easy to learn.
- Easy sharing and retrieval of files.
- On Windows sometimes files default to One Drive when I want them on the computer.
December 31, 2019
Top notch cloud storage - well integrated with Microsoft apps
OneDrive is deployed and used across the whole organization in our company. Every department and employee is a user of this giant cloud storage solution by Microsoft. OneDrive is our solution to data storage with security, backups, sharing capabilities and flexible storage requirements. The biggest problem it solves for us to help store data in the cloud so that a loss of hard disk or device does not make us lose our valuable data as well. In fact, this data in the wrong hands could have a major negative impact, so security is also our major concern. Thirdly, sharing of large amounts of data and allowing the whole team to work collaboratively on any file or document is another challenge that is catered through this solution.
- OneDrive stores data securely and allows us to access it anywhere, anytime.
- One of the best things about it is the super cool and easy to understand or work on, User Interface.
- I would love to have more views on the web and mobile interfaces of OneDrive.
- Another additional good to have feature would be to quickly know which file is shared with whom in the desktop version especially.
OneDrive is currently (hopefully not permanently) my agency's document storage solution, used across the entire entity to collaborate and share files. My department (Research & Evaluation) has a large number of digital files that need storage, from workflow resources to form templates, feedback survey results, training documents, departmental position descriptions, and more.
- There is no regard in which OneDrive is superior to competitors on the market, other than being part of the Microsoft Office environment. Even this is negligible, however, as these apps often struggle to play nice (even with each other).
- First and foremost, the browser versions of this and all Microsoft software MUST be improved and caught up to speed with the desktop versions. which have greatly expanded functionality. It's 2019, there's no reason for this disparity to persist any longer.
- Sign-In is a major pain area for all of the software in the Microsoft Suite. It's impossible to navigate using browser back- and forward-buttons without being forced to sign in again, and navigating to the homepage for OneDrive takes you to a sales page instead of a sign-in (to get to your OneDrive Business sign-on page you are best served to navigate using a 3-click path from another tab already signed into OneDrive).
December 13, 2019
Use it if you have Office
We have standardized on Microsoft Office products as a company so we use OneDrive as our cloud-based file storage and sharing software. We use it to transfer files between coworkers without having to send them as attachments. This also allows us to collaborate on certain projects by doing basic version control instead of having static versions on different computers.
- Office Integration
- File Sharing
- Ease of reverting versions
- Speed of synching
December 12, 2019
OneDrive all the way to the top!
OneDrive is being used to help keep documents organized. We have folders to store all the important files we need. It helps us stay organized and reduce all the paper clutter that would exist without OneDrive. We also utilize the recent files tool to quickly access the files we are constantly using and updating.
- OneDrive allows quick upload from desktop files.
- OneDrive gives folder storage ability just like desktop PC.
- The user interface could be improved but overall it functions well.
- It would be nice if the preview feature displayed when clicking on a file instead of needing to right click and choose from the drop down menu.
December 12, 2019
OneDrive is the best solution for the Microsoft users out there!
Our organization uses OneDrive as essentially a "Google Drive" for our company. For companies that use Microsoft and PCs, this is the easiest option as you don't have to log onto another platform or web browser to have the functions that typical drives provide you with - and you can work on documents easily without going onto an internet browser.
- Sharing documents
- Organization across the cloud
- Unable to work for Macs
- Mobile app
December 11, 2019
Great tool to add to your business for staff and clients
We use OneDrive to backup each user's desktop and documents and assist with moving to new computers. We also use it to set up shared folder to share documents among team members. We further use it with our clients to share documents that are too big to send via e-mail or that need to be secured.
- Backup files.
- Make files accessible where ever you are.
- Some characters are not allowed in file names and have created issues.
- More information on how the syncing with the desktop and documents work.
December 09, 2019
Great Feature-Rich Cloud Storage with Native Windows 10 Integration
OneDrive is used by my entire organization as part of the Office 365 suite of products. OneDrive is essential for us since it provides each employee with their own individual cloud storage that is backed up and accessible on their desktops, laptops, phones, tablets, and web browsers, wherever they are. By providing this individual storage for each employee, our company no longer has to maintain another file server to handle this. That means we have one less server on our rack, we don't have to backup additional drives, and we don't have to manage that server through downtime or other connection issues. Employees can share files with each other through OneDrive instead of using a network drive. Employees can also sync the files they feel are important to their local drive so they have immediate access to the most important information. OneDrive keeps everything synced and also keeps version history. It's a fantastic tool.
- OneDrive does a great job of keeping file version history. I have had to use this feature many times and it is very simple to use. This one feature has saved my butt many times.
- OneDrive synchronizes across devices very quickly. There have been many instances when I have added files online and, within seconds, saw the file show up on my local computer. This happens the other direction also. I am very impressed and satisfied with the speed of syncing in all directions.
- The OneDrive app on my phone has been particularly helpful since it automatically syncs my photos (usually within seconds) and allows me access to all my files.
- I wish OneDrive would allow you to sync multiple personal/individual accounts to your computer. At this time, you can only sync one account at a time. That means that my personal OneDrive and individual corporate OneDrive can't be synced to my computer at the same time.
- OneDrive has a file size limitation of 15 GB. I know that that is a very large amount, but I have several files that are larger than 15 GB that I wish I could get to sync. I'm hoping that file size limitation changes in the future.
December 04, 2019
Best Cloud Storage/Collaboration Software
OneDrive is being utilized by the support areas of the department to share important information. It is more robust than a network drive in that files are not 'locked down' by a single user, there aren't multiple copied being emailed around, and access control is possible. It is also possible to share files/documents with users in other areas of the company easily.
- Shared files.
- Collaborative editing.
- Access control.
- Mobile access.
- Too many options for access.
- Unclear structure at times.
December 04, 2019
Adequate, But Not The Best
OneDrive is available to all students, faculty, and staff across my large state university. Within my department, we use OneDrive to share working files via email. Perhaps unnecessarily, our institution also provides unlimited storage via Box, which is the more dominantly used tool in most of our work. It seems to have fewer kinks than OneDrive for general file storing, sharing, and collaborative editing purposes.
- It's an easy way to share collaborative files via email.
- It's a quick place to access files remotely.
- The online version of O365 apps, such as Word/Excel/PowerPoint, have limited functionality in a browser. OneDrive allows editing via desktop app, but the autosave function is often gimmicky when used in this manner.
- It's simply not as smooth or intuitive as similar tools, such as Box and Dropbox.
November 26, 2019
OneDrive backup and collaboration
OneDrive is being used across my organization for user's backup. Users share OneDrive files and folders with other users inside or outside the company. It lets your company be more collaborative and productive.
- Good for sharing files and folders.
- Excellent for collaborative jobs or task.
- You can access to your files anywhere.
- You can install OneDrive app in your mobile device.
- You can edit the files online.
- OneDrive does not synchronize files with some length or special characters.
September 30, 2019
My review of Microsoft's Storage tool: OneDrive
Score 8 out of 10
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This platform has helped me in storing my very personal and professional stuff in a very secure way. It has assisted me in storing my confidential files. Gives me ample opportunity to check this tool and make the decision to choose it. A great invention by Microsoft which also helps you in keeping direct connection with email.
- Gives you 15 GB free space to store your precious data.
- Links you with other applications of Microsoft by just a click away.
- A very secure and safe platform which prevents you from all sorts of malware.
- It should give more space than 15 GB for free because it is used quickly.
- It gives support to a limited size of the document which can be annoying.
- Sometimes the files that are uploaded are altered which leads to mismanagement and irritation for the user.
- Although still being very safe, it is still prone to hackers which can be a worry.
August 17, 2019
An Effective Product Overall
We are using OneDrive in a few isolated departments and not companywide. It addresses a constant issue that we have as a SaaS company, which is the storage of sensitive data. We need to store things like lead data, but also need to make sure it is on tight lockdown. OneDrive is good for this.
- OneDrive is great for securely storing data.
- Easy and fairly intuitive.
- Not very hard to teach someone how to use.
- The downloadable application for the desktop is rather clunky.
- Free version has very limited storage.
- Can be a bit flustering at times.