Planet Technologies
Microsoft-focused consulting, training, and solutions
Modern Workplace Collaboration Consultant
Some travel may be required.
About the job
- A minimum bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five or more years of comparable experience.
- Maintain current knowledge of modern workplace solution trends and best practices involving SharePoint, Copilot, and the Microsoft technology stack.
- Advanced knowledge of the Office 365 collaboration stack, including SharePoint, Microsoft 365 Groups, OneDrive, and Teams planning, implementation, migration, security, and governance.
- Knowledge of PowerShell, including native Microsoft Office 365 modules and community modules such as PnP PowerShell.
- Ability to interface with clients professionally and technically, understand business goals and workflows, and provide recommendations to improve collaboration, productivity, and security.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to deliver multiple projects simultaneously, independently or within a small team, proactively solve problems, and identify and address client needs.
- Understanding of enterprise-scale systems built on Microsoft technologies in on-premises and cloud-based environments.
- Experience migrating file shares, SharePoint, and cloud-based file repositories to Office 365.
- Willingness to travel when needed.
- Consult, design, develop, configure, and deploy SharePoint and other Microsoft solutions.
- Support clients in enhancing productivity through modern workplace solutions.
- Articulate business transformation using the Microsoft Cloud.
- Experience working for a technology consulting firm or software product company.
- Working familiarity with the Microsoft Azure platform, including Entra ID.
- Experience with all aspects of a modern intranet, including envisioning, design, and implementation.
- Understanding of the Microsoft Viva suite.
About the company
Planet Technologies provides Microsoft consulting and training for public sector and commercial clients, helping them implement and optimize Office 365, CRM, SharePoint, System Center, SQL, Windows, and related services. Its offerings include expert consulting, deployment support, and training delivered by a team of certified Microsoft professionals, all aimed at aligning technology with a customer’s business mission and strategic plan. The company differentiates itself with a 100% Microsoft focus, strong partnerships with Microsoft, and a large, highly certified staff (including MCSM, MVP, MCT, and multiple gold/silver competencies). Its goal is to help organizations become more productive and achieve long-term success by integrating Microsoft technologies into their strategic IT roadmap.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Germantown, Maryland
Founded
1997
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Planet launched CJIS Compliance Training on August 18, 2026, targeting mandated government demand.
- UNCG and DC Water wins show repeatable Microsoft 365 and adoption services demand.
- Steve Winter became President on August 3, 2026, sharpening execution and sales leadership.
What critics are saying
- Planet Labs filed a trademark opposition on April 27, 2026, creating brand risk.
- Public-sector dependence exposes Planet to slower federal procurement cycles and contract concentration.
- Leadership changes on August 3, 2026 signal operating reorganization during aggressive expansion.
What makes Planet Technologies unique
- Planet is Microsoft-only, and earned Frontier Partner status on January 22, 2026.
- Planet won Copilot Specialization on December 9, 2025, deepening AI and Modern Work credibility.
- Planet's federal channel strengthens through DBITS and SEWP VI access in 2026.
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Benefits
Group Health Plans
Flex Spending Account
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
401K
Short Term/Long Term Disability Plans
MetLife Workplace Voluntary Employee Paid Benefits
MetLife Legal Plan
Verizon Wireless Phone Plan Discounts
Smart Dollar Program
Pet Insurance
Company News
UNC Greensboro reimagines the first-year experience with Microsoft 365 and Planet Technologies. The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) is redefining how technology supports student success. In partnership with Planet Technologies and Microsoft, UNCG transformed a traditional first-year academic planner into an interactive, digital experience powered by Microsoft 365 and created by Planet Technologies. Historically, UNCG distributed printed planners to help first-year students manage assignments, events, and campus resources. But limited engagement and the static nature of print materials led the university's New Student Transitions and First Year Experience team to envision something more dynamic real-time, connected platform students could access anytime, anywhere. Working closely with Planet Technologies, UNCG leveraged its existing Microsoft 365 environment - including SharePoint, Outlook, Planner, and Loop - to build a centralized, mobile-friendly planner that keeps students organized and informed. The new solution delivers class schedules, campus announcements, and event reminders directly to students' devices, integrating seamlessly with the tools they already use every day. Beyond improving accessibility and engagement, UNCG's digital planner advances the university's sustainability goals by reducing printed materials and enabling live updates. The approach represents a smarter, student-centered way to foster success - one that reflects UNCG's commitment to innovation and inclusion. As one of the first universities to deploy Microsoft 365 in this way, UNCG is setting a model for higher education institutions nationwide. Planet Technologies is proud to have partnered with UNCG to bring this vision to life - helping turn a familiar academic tool into a powerful, connected experience that reimagines what student success can look like. Contact Planet to learn how Go Planet can help your organization do more with Microsoft 365. Microsoft learning and adoption service. Thrive amidst change and promote technology adoption with Planet's award-winning Microsoft learning and adoption solution, Evolve 365.
To address this challenge, DC Water partnered with Planet Technologies and its learning and adoption team, Evolve 365, to deliver a tailored training program prioritizing workforce engagement and practical application, featuring:
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - Planet Technologies (Planet), a leading provider of professional services and workforce enablement solutions to the U.S. public sector, today announced the launch of its Any AI Workforce Readiness Training, a comprehensive program that enables federal agencies to meet the requirements outlined in recent federal AI directives and executive mandates while also supporting the AI literacy goals of state and local governments.
To achieve this goal, they partnered with Planet Technologies to develop an AI-powered application platform using Microsoft Azure.
Planet has been awarded Microsoft Cloud Partner of the Year, Microsoft Security Partner of the Year, Microsoft Federal Partner of the Year, Microsoft State and Local Government Partner of the Year, and Microsoft Windows Partner of the Year.