Onboarding a Global Team with Microsoft Mesh

Onboarding a global team using Microsoft Mesh can be the solution that companies are looking for when new employees join the team. Traditional onboarding can be difficult for remote employees. It often lacks engagement and fails to create a strong connection with the new hires. Through an interactive and detailed 3D environment, Microsoft Mesh allows global employees to engage in an entire virtual workspace.

Microsoft Mesh Onboarding Meeting with Employees

What Are the Benefits of Using Microsoft Mesh for Onboarding?

Microsoft Mesh is great for virtual meetings, has many benefits and it is used in many different industries. But what exactly makes it such a good option for companies to use when onboarding new employees? 

  • The Opportunity for Immersive and Interactive Learning – Instead of traditional calls and static documents, Microsoft Mesh can be used to by employees to step into a 3D virtual recreation of their company’s office space. They can explore the work floor, interact with objects and navigate meetings. This type of interactive learning is much more engaging for the new hires, especially for those who only work remotely and would otherwise be unable to experience the workspace in real life. This makes the onboarding process feel more intuitive and allows for interactive skill acquisition.
  • The Collaboration and Networking – Because Microsoft Mesh helps by bridging the gap between remote and in person work, this allows employees from all around the world to come together in a virtual space. As such, the new employees can meet each other and their colleagues. They can interact with managers, attend meetings and sessions as if they were physically present in the office. New employees can feel connected to each other and to the company. Especially for remote employees, this is a wonderful way to ensure that the onboarding process feels more personal.
  • The Ability to Personalize Every Experience – This is an extremely important aspect of Microsoft Mesh. Companies are able to entirely customize and personalize not only the 3D space but also the onboarding experience to suit the needs of their new employees. Thanks to this, employees can learn at their own pace and receive live guidance.
  • Cost Effectiveness – A traditional onboarding process for global employees requires a physical space and they must provide travel costs. By using Microsoft Mesh, companies can conduct the onboarding process entirely online, so everything is experienced virtually. Also, this allows for quality control and for ensuring that the experience is consistent for everyone regardless of their location.
  • Integration with Microsoft 365 – Microsoft Mesh perfectly integrates with Microsoft Teams. That allows for an easy transition between Teams and Mesh without the need for logins or any additional software. It is also very easy to access documents, files or other resources directly in the virtual space. Employees have the option to view, edit and collaborate on documents in real time with other people.

How to Get Started with Microsoft Mesh

  1. Define Onboarding Goals Clearly –  before starting to build the Mesh environment, first it is important to determine what the onboarding needs are. Determine what it is that employees must learn in their first days or weeks. Also, have a clear idea about what the training provided to the employees looks like. 
  2. Set Up Your Microsoft Mesh – it is important to ensure that the right tools are available. As Microsoft Mesh is part of Microsoft 365, a suitable subscription will be required. 
  3. Design the Onboarding Environment – build the virtual space used for onboarding according to your specifications. Create the virtual office space, the training and meeting rooms and set up the areas for collaboration. The design of the space is a great way to reflect on the company’s values and identity.
  4. Develop the Content for Onboarding – plan and create the interactive content for the onboarding. What will the training for the employees look like? (ex: Gamified tasks, simulations or role based training).
  5. Launch and Continue Monitoring – once the Mesh environment is launched, continue to monitor and improve the experience. Regular updates ensure that the experience of onboarding remains fresh and effective.

If you are interested in creating your own virtual space in Microsoft Mesh to facilitate global onboarding for new employees, Recreate can help with that! We can help elevate your work space by creating stunning and detailed 3D spaces specifically designed to your needs and requirements.

Also, if you would like to learn more about Microsoft Mesh or if you are interested in creating your own Metaverse campus, explore our other blogs on the subject!