Since 2022, Microsoft 365 (M365) has become one of EPFL’s standard digital services. Fully integrated into our digital ecosystem, it supports our community every day by enhancing collaboration, productivity, and innovation.
Designed to meet the needs of a leading academic and research institution, M365 offers a modern, coherent suite of applications: Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, Planner, Forms, and more. These tools streamline teamwork, facilitate project coordination, and enable smooth communication across the School.
The Microsoft 365 platform deployed at EPFL complies with the Swiss Federal Data Protection Act (FADP/LPD).
Through strong technical and organizational governance, data is processed in accordance with Swiss standards and recognized security best practices.
EPFL continuously ensures the security, confidentiality, and risk management of cloud-based services by relying on:
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centrally managed configurations aligned with EPFL standards,
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precise access and identity management,
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continuous improvement,
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clear, accessible user documentation.
M365 is not just a suite of tools—it is a new way of working together.
It brings the EPFL community:
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secure personal storage with OneDrive,
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dynamic collaborative sites through SharePoint,
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fast and seamless communication via Teams,
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simplified processes through forms and automations.
Each service is designed to be accessible, efficient, and adapted to academic and scientific workflows.
The rollout of Microsoft 365 comes with a comprehensive support ecosystem, including:
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extensive documentation,
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regular training sessions,
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assistance from the Service Desk (1234),
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expertise from the Digital Workplace teams.
Our goal is simple: to help everyone—staff and students—use digital tools confidently and efficiently.
By relying on a modern, collaborative, and legally compliant cloud environment, EPFL continues to affirm its ambition: to offer its community a digital ecosystem that is innovative, secure, and aligned with international standards.