The Award Winning LMS with Unsurpassed Microsoft 365 Integration
The implementation of any new system is a considerable undertaking – time, cost and change. Because a new learning management system (LMS) affects every employee, it is crucial that it is embraced not only by your learners, but also the learning and development team, as well as IT.
In this article we seek to introduce Learn365, the only LMS fully integrated in Microsoft 365 and chosen by over 5,000 organisations worldwide.
Learn365 – Awards and Accreditations
Learn365 is the only LMS accredited by Microsoft. In early July 2025, the platform won 34 badges in 98 reports across 4 categories in the G2 Summer 2025 Reports reaching 8th out of 50 LMS vendors. In addition, the platform was included in the Top 100 AI Tech Company Summer 2025 listings. Late in 2024, Gartner awarded Zensai, the organisation behind Learn365, the ‘Cool Vendor’ award – confirmation of how well the technology has been received.
So why choose a LMS that’s integrated with Microsoft 365? There are many advantages, covering different areas of the business, including your learners and the L&D team. But first, let’s look at this from the perspective of your IT department.
Why choose an LMS integrated with MS365 – the IT Perspective:
If your organisation is already using Microsoft products and services, then incorporating Learn365 builds on existing knowledge, experience and technologies because it has been built entirely within MS365. Benefits include:
- Learn365 is the only LMS that integrates seamlessly with an organisation’s existing MS365 environment. The Learn365 application utilises existing SharePoint, Entra, IIS, Outlook and MS Teams environments, whilst adhering to Microsoft’s highest level of security and compliance.
- For most organisations, the Learn365 application is installed within a day; the application is installed on a secure UK Cloud and all other technologies are already within the organisation’s domain.
- In addition to Learn365 being fully integrated with Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), the API makes it easy to connect with existing HRIS, ERP, CRM and other systems. For enhanced functionality and reporting, Learn365 utilises Microsoft Power Platform, simplifying your IT landscape, enabling smart automation, advanced reporting and custom workflows.
- Upgrades are managed by the vendor. As an accredited Zensai Partner, Larmer Brown keeps abreast of planned updates via detailed roadmaps with timelines. Presentations and demonstrations during scheduled monthly calls ensure that we can keep our clients up to date. As well as first and second-level support, our support team also log and maintain enhancement requests.
- Learn365 is designed to be managed by the client’s own L&D team; the support required from the client’s own IT team is limited.
Why choose an LMS integrated with MS365 – the L&D Perspective:
The intuitive MS interface provides members of the L&D Team with clearly defined intuitive menus aligned to their roles. The hierarchical role matrix ensures L&D Managers, Content Developers, Line Managers and Instructors can easily navigate tasks aligned to their specific requirements, including:
- Create and manage learning paths by job role or business area. Utilise learner profiles in Entra ID to ensure learners are automatically assigned mandatory courses with completion, achievement and expiry criteria.
- Upload content from any source.
- Integration with MS Teams and Outlook ensures the scheduling of virtual instructor-led classes or face-to-face learning is streamlined. Learners receive calendar invites and training notifications to promote learning in the flow of work.
- Auto-enrol users in compliance refreshers or annual certifications.
- Use MS Teams accessibility features to foster inclusivity, including live captions, live transcription and Presenter Mode.
- The integration with Teams doesn’t just benefit learners. Course instructors and attendees can access meeting recap features such as recordings, transcript and chat information and also track and report on learner attendance.
- Learn365 AI with the option to use Microsoft CoPilot integration means you can automate many of the tedious L&D management tasks, such as course generation and quiz building. AI features also help identify skills gaps and automatically generate skills based on key words.
- Built-in Power BI dashboards for tracking course completions, engagement, and learner progress.
- Integrated with Power Automate: Enables notifications, workflows and approvals without manual follow-up.
Why choose an LMS integrated with MS365 – the Learner Perspective:
Using MS Teams for learning ensures your learners can access their personal learning dashboards, check-ins, meeting schedules and messages all in one place. Learning becomes part of the natural workday instead of a separate task. Learners can access courses, materials and updates without leaving Teams and disrupting the flow of their work.
Leveraging Entra ID SSO means learners can access their training once they have signed into Microsoft 365, without requiring additional logins or access to other applications. No additional technical support is required, and delivering learning via these familiar tools reduces change resistance as well as increasing uptake of learning programmes. Plus, learners receive notifications reminding them of their upcoming training sessions and get personalised course recommendations, seamlessly.
Leaners can view assigned, in-progress and completed courses in one place, including third-party content. Learners have confirmed it is easier to track their own development and meet learning goals ensuring empowerment and engagement.
Learners can create personalised learning paths (including mandatory and additional training) to give them autonomy over how they learn – all from Teams. They can track their progress and dip in and out when it’s convenient.
The Benefits of Integrating Learning into Microsoft 365: Download our eBook
Investing in an LMS integrated into Microsoft 365 is more than just a smart move – it’s a transformational strategy that drives growth, streamlines workflows, and comes with dividends. By embedding learning within familiar tools like Microsoft Teams, Copilot and Outlook, you ensure that your training is accessible, engaging, and aligned with day-to-day work.
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Further information
Larmer Brown has provided change management and learning solutions to corporate clients since 1984. Our Team has extensive hands-on experience of scoping, planning and delivering Learning Projects, utilising several different tools, and each client is a reference.
We are a Learn365 Reseller and Services Partner and offer specific expertise and support around the implementation of Learn365, building customised implementation programmes which include consultancy, training, content development and technical support.
If you would like to learn more about Learn365, join our next webinar or request a 1-2-1 demo.