Compare Element vs. Microsoft Teams

Element is a communications platform with security at its core, built on Matrix: a decentralised and end-to-end encrypted protocol. Element brings your teams together, boosts productivity and workplace satisfaction, while enabling complete ownership of your data. Easily collaborate with your partners, suppliers or clients with video calls and instant messaging: like email for the 21st century. You can even connect your Slack, MS Teams, WhatsApp accounts. On the other hand Element can be closed for high security environments using secure border and cross domain gateways, and even air-gapped deployments. Being built on Matrix, there is no single point of failure for the network thanks to the decentralised network architecture, making it perfect for mission-critical environments. For full data sovereignty, install Element into your own data centre or on-premise. Alternatively, let us manage your setup in our secure Element Cloud, in a region of your choice. In Forrester’s words: Element is a great fit for: "...organizations that prioritize flexibility, federation, and data sovereignty". Please contact us to explore how your business can benefit from Element.

Today's intricate business challenges require collaborative efforts from dedicated teams. To assist you and your team in mastering the art of effective collaboration, we have developed a comprehensive online guide. When you establish a collaborative environment for discussion and decision-making, the potential for success expands exponentially. Microsoft Teams consolidates all necessary resources into a unified workspace, allowing seamless communication through chat, virtual meetings, file sharing, and integration with various business applications. Enhance your team's synchronization with features like group chat, online meetings, calling, and web conferencing. Engage in collaborative document editing using integrated Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. You can also incorporate your preferred Microsoft applications and third-party services to facilitate continuous business progress. Teams offers robust end-to-end security, comprehensive administrative control, and ensures compliance—all backed by Microsoft 365’s capabilities. Designed to accommodate various types of groups, Teams provides a free version with no commitments, as well as an option to access it within a superior suite of productivity tools. Embrace the power of teamwork and unlock new opportunities for innovation and growth.