Office Desktop Deployment: Knowledge Center

Utilize these "how to" guides to go deep on planning your 2007 Office system deployment.

Use these tools to assess your current IT environment and accelerate your deployment execution.

Microsoft Deployment ToolkitMicrosoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2008 Update 1 is the recommended process and toolset to automate desktop and server deployment.
MAP ToolkitThe Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit is a powerful inventory, assessment and reporting tool that can securely assess IT environments for various platform migrations and virtualization without the use of any software agents.

If you have Software Assurance Benefits, utilize them to work with a partner in developing a customized deployment plan or to certify yourself on technical tools.

Desktop Deployment Planning Services (DDPS)Help your organization deploy Microsoft Office or Windows software to increase usage, improve productivity, and lower costs. Your DDPS consultant collaborates with you to create a comprehensive deployment plan that includes analysis, business case, process, and technical procedures.
SA Packaged ServicesDDPS is just one of four available SA Packaged Services.

DOWO: Desktop Optimization Using Windows and the Microsoft Office SystemLeverage your SA Packaged Service days to work with a partner on an extended DOWO engagement.
Training VouchersGet access to in-depth technical training that can you deploy, manage, and support your organization's infrastructure.

Learn to use the latest deployment technologies hands-on.

Watch how to implement best practices and use available tools.

Don't have time to watch webcasts or videos? Download the podcasts and become educated on best practices on any device that supports audio from MP3 or WMA files.