At its most basic level, Microsoft 365 serves to unify everything the software giant is offering to businesses. In particular, the company says it's a response to customers who want a "comprehensive approach to secure productivity," instead of looking at things like managing devices, security and Office apps as separate problems. At this point, it's a small gesture by Microsoft, but it could help to convince stubborn IT departments that it's worth going all-in with the company's services.

Microsoft 365 Business will be available for preview on August 2nd, while the Enterprise edition will be on sale starting on August 1st.