Microsoft Teams
Transform enterprise communications with unified collaboration, phone systems, and secure solutions for Fortune 500 organizations.
EPC Group deploys, governs, and optimizes Microsoft Teams for Fortune 500 and regulated-industry clients. We cover Teams Phone, governance frameworks, security hardening, compliance recording, Copilot deployment, and integration with Power Platform. 29 years of Microsoft expertise. 10,000+ deployments.
Key Facts
- 29 years of Microsoft consulting. 10,000+ enterprise deployments.
- Microsoft Solutions Partner: core designations including Modern Work.
- Teams Phone options: Microsoft Calling Plans, Operator Connect, Direct Routing.
- Compliance: HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, CMMC — configured from day one.
- Copilot governance included: grounding controls, usage audit logs.
- Contact: (888) 381-9725 · contact@epcgroup.net
Enterprise Teams Capabilities
Complete unified communications platform for modern enterprise collaboration.
Teams Phone System
Replace legacy PBX with cloud-based Teams calling, auto-attendants, and call queues for enterprise telephony.
Meetings & Video
HD video conferencing, screen sharing, recording, and live events for up to 10,000 participants.
Chat & Collaboration
Persistent team chat, channels, file sharing, and real-time collaboration integrated with Microsoft 365.
Security & Compliance
HIPAA, FINRA, FedRAMP-aligned Teams deployments with DLP, retention, and eDiscovery.
Integration
Native integration with Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Dynamics 365, and 1,000+ third-party apps.
Automation
Power Automate workflows, bots, and approval processes to streamline team operations.
Why Fortune 500 Choose Teams
Microsoft Teams delivers enterprise-grade unified communications with unmatched integration, security, and cost savings.
Industry-Specific Solutions
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What Microsoft Teams consulting services does EPC Group offer?
EPC Group provides Microsoft Teams deployment, governance, Phone System (PSTN/Direct Routing), security configuration, compliance setup, training, and adoption strategy. We specialize in enterprise Teams environments with 1,000+ users across healthcare, finance, and government.
Can Microsoft Teams replace our existing phone system?
Yes. Microsoft Teams Phone System with Calling Plans or Direct Routing can replace traditional PBX systems. EPC Group has migrated thousands of users from legacy phone systems to Teams Phone, including complex multi-site deployments with E911 compliance.
Is Microsoft Teams HIPAA-compliant for healthcare?
Yes, when properly configured. Microsoft Teams can be HIPAA-compliant with appropriate DLP policies, sensitivity labels, guest access controls, and audit logging. EPC Group deploys Teams for healthcare organizations with full HIPAA safeguards and BAA compliance.
How does EPC Group approach Teams governance?
EPC Group implements Teams governance frameworks covering team creation policies, naming conventions, lifecycle management, external sharing controls, guest access policies, retention settings, and Copilot governance — preventing the sprawl that plagues ungoverned Teams deployments.
Why Organizations Choose EPC Group
EPC Group is a Houston-based Microsoft consulting firm with 29 years of enterprise implementation experience and over 10,000 successful deployments across Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SharePoint, Azure, Microsoft 365, and Copilot. We serve organizations across all industries including Fortune 500, federal agencies, healthcare, financial services, government, manufacturing, energy, education, retail, technology, and global enterprises.
What sets EPC Group apart is our governance-first approach. Every engagement begins with a security and compliance assessment. Our team of senior architects brings hands-on delivery experience across HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and CMMC environments. We own outcomes, not hours.
- Fixed-fee accelerators with predictable pricing and defined deliverables
- Senior architect engagement on every project, not rotating juniors
- Compliance-native delivery for regulated industries
- End-to-end coverage from strategy through 24/7 managed services
- 11,000+ enterprise engagements refined into repeatable, risk-controlled patterns
Call (888) 381-9725 or email contact@epcgroup.net for a free assessment.
Enterprise Microsoft Teams Consulting Services
EPC Group deploys, governs, and optimizes Microsoft Teams for Fortune 500 and regulated-industry clients. We cover Teams Phone, governance frameworks, security hardening, compliance recording, Copilot deployment, and integration with Power Platform. 29 years of Microsoft expertise. 10,000+ deployments.
Key facts
- 29 years of Microsoft consulting. 10,000+ enterprise deployments.
- Microsoft Solutions Partner: core designations including Modern Work.
- Teams Phone options: Microsoft Calling Plans, Operator Connect, Direct Routing.
- Compliance: HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, CMMC — configured from day one.
- Copilot governance included: grounding controls, usage audit logs.
- Contact: (888) 381-9725 · contact@epcgroup.net
Teams capabilities we deliver
Teams Phone System
EPC Group replaces legacy PBX with Teams Phone using three connectivity options.
- Microsoft Calling Plans — simplest; best under 500 users. Standard: $8/user/mo. Domestic bundle: $15/user/mo.
- Operator Connect — carrier-managed; ideal for existing telco relationships (BT, Verizon, Lumen).
- Direct Routing — most flexible; best for global enterprises with SIP infrastructure.
Meetings and video
We configure Teams for large-scale meeting environments.
- Teams meetings: up to 1,000 participants. Webinars: up to 10,000.
- Teams Rooms: certified hardware from Poly, Yealink, Logitech, Crestron.
- Copilot meeting recap, transcription, and action item generation.
Chat and collaboration
EPC Group builds channel structures aligned to your org design and governance model.
- Channel architecture and naming conventions.
- SharePoint site integration for document collaboration.
- External and guest access policies.
Security and compliance
Security configuration is included in every EPC Group Teams engagement.
- Conditional Access policies via Microsoft Entra ID.
- DLP policies in Microsoft Purview.
- Compliance recording for FINRA, MiFID II, HIPAA, and SEC 17a-4.
- Retention and legal hold configuration.
Governance
Ungoverned Teams sprawl creates security gaps and audit failures. EPC Group prevents this from day one.
- Team creation policies and naming conventions.
- Lifecycle management: auto-expiry, archival, and deletion workflows.
- Copilot governance: grounding controls and usage audit logs.
- Guest access and external sharing controls.
Power Platform integration
EPC Group connects Teams to Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI.
- Power Automate flows triggered from Teams messages or form submissions.
- Power Apps tab apps embedded inside Teams channels.
- Power BI reports pinned to Teams tabs for real-time analytics.
Why Fortune 500 choose Teams
- Unified licensing with Microsoft 365 — no extra platform cost.
- 400+ compliance certifications: HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, CMMC, ITAR.
- Native integration: SharePoint, OneDrive, Power BI, Dynamics 365.
- Microsoft Copilot — AI meeting recaps, transcription, action items.
- Teams Phone replaces legacy PBX without separate UC platform.
Frequently asked questions
What Microsoft Teams consulting services does EPC Group provide?
EPC Group provides Teams Phone deployment, governance framework design, Teams Rooms rollouts, security hardening, compliance recording, Copilot deployment, and Power Platform integration. We also run Slack-to-Teams and Webex-to-Teams migrations.
How much does Microsoft Teams consulting cost?
Hourly rates range from $150 to $500 depending on specialization. Fixed-fee Teams deployment packages start at $25,000. Full enterprise governance and Phone System deployments typically run $50,000–$200,000 depending on user count and scope.
Can EPC Group help with Teams compliance recording?
Yes. We deploy and configure compliant recording platforms for financial services (FINRA, MiFID II, SEC 17a-4) and healthcare (HIPAA). Recordings include tamper-proof storage, e-discovery search, and chain-of-custody documentation.
How long does a Teams governance framework take?
A Teams governance engagement typically runs 6–10 weeks: discovery and policy design (2 weeks), configuration and pilot (2–4 weeks), admin training and documentation (1–2 weeks), and rollout support (1–2 weeks).
Schedule a consultation
Talk to an EPC Group Microsoft Teams architect about governance, phone, or Copilot. Call (888) 381-9725 or request a 30-minute discovery call.