A few years ago, Atlassian introduced a new product called Atlas, the initial teamwork directory to help teams communicate better and allow organizations to see the big picture across their teams, apps, and work. But since Atlassian’s goal has always been to help as many teams as possible, they wanted to make Atlas even more accessible to users everywhere.

That’s why Atlassian announced at Atlassian Team 24 that Atlas will be retired as a product, and its features will become the first of Atlassian’s Platform Experiences within Atlassian Home and available to every Atlassian customer for free. That means no more product licenses to provision or user access to manage – if you have an Atlassian product in your workspace, you’ll be able to use goals, projects, teams, and topics and get an upgraded Atlassian Home experience.

One significant change is the shift towards prioritizing connected experiences via the Atlassian Platform, aiming to establish a cohesive work system for various tasks. Although it will require time to develop this interconnected system of applications and tools, centralizing objectives, projects, teams, and subjects is a crucial initial step in linking work processes across all team-utilized tools and applications.

New Atlas workspaces are no longer available for creation, and current Atlas users will be transferred to the new Platform Experiences in the following months. If you are not a current Atlas customer, but wish to utilize Platform Experiences such as goals or projects, you can participate in the early access program.

What is the actual change taking place?

In the short term:

• Atlassian is retiring the Atlas brand. Atlas features will now be grouped under the new Platform Experiences in Admin Hub
• All Atlas features, including paid features, will be available for free to all Atlassian customers who have access to Platform Experiences
• Atlas can no longer be provisioned as a product. To access Atlas features you will have to opt in to the Platform Experiences early access program
• Atlassian will start migrating Atlas customers to Platform Experiences. Your organization admins will receive communication via email before we migrate your site
• The URL to access the usual screens you associate with Atlas will change from https://team.atlassian.com to https://home.atlassian.com
• Atlassian’s plan is to add enterprise compliance that wasn’t previously available with Atlas. They will update this article whenever they add new certifications to Platform Experiences.

In the long term:

• Stronger integrations between Platform Experiences features and your Atlassian products
• New Platform features and capabilities that will increase the connections between products, help teams share information, and improve how you work across Atlassian
• More upgrades to the Atlassian Home

What’s not changing?

Your data.

Atlassian will ensure that existing Atlas customers keep all the data they created in Atlas when migrating them to Platform Experiences.

You will still be able to create projects, goals, topics, and teams. You will have access to the different directories, be able to post updates, and receive weekly digests.

What do I need to do?

Nothing!

Over the coming months Atlassian will gradually be rolling out Platform Experiences to all Atlassian customers. As part of that rollout, they will also transition all Atlas workspaces to the new Atlassian Home experience.

During this transition, you’ll maintain all your Atlas data. This includes any projects, goals, topics, updates, and anything else you created in Atlas.

If you aren’t an Atlas customer already you can still access Platform experiences, now in beta, via our early access program. To read more about the program check out Atlassian’s guide here: Participating in the Platform Experiences early access program | Platform experiences | Atlassian Support

IMPORTANT! You can’t opt a site into Platform Experience early access if it already has an Atlas workspace attached. Atlassian will be transitioning all Atlas workspaces to Platform Experiences so we recommend that you wait for the transition. You’ll get to keep all your existing Atlas data as part of this transition.

Note that during the early stages of the beta, there will not be a significant advantage to transitioning from Atlas to Platform Experiences early access program yourself.

About E7

E7 is a Michigan-based Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner that guides growth-minded companies through digital transformation. We are focused on improving collaboration, productivity, and efficiency. As transformation enablers, E7 is highly specialized in all aspects of service management and platform migrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atlassian Home?

Atlassian is introducing Atlassian Home, which is a centralized view of what is happening within your organization. It helps teams better understand things like what is going on, who is working on what, and why it matters to the business. It offers a unified experience for managing projects, teams, and tasks efficiently. Consolidating all this context in a single location assists each team member in making quicker, more well-informed decisions on what to do next.

Atlassian Home will be available to all Atlassian customers for free in both Jira and Confluence initially (and then in other Atlassian products soon).

What are Atlassian’s Platform Experiences?

Atlassian’s Platform Experiences refer to the new integrated features that were previously part of the Atlas product. These features are now available within Atlassian Home, offering enhanced collaboration and productivity tools for all Atlassian customers. The transition aims to provide a seamless experience and improve connectivity across various Atlassian products.

On April 27, Corp! Magazine honored a number of Michigan entrepreneurs for their leadership and their contributions to the Michigan economy. Among those honored was E7 founder and CEO, Edmond Delude.

The keynote address explored the variety of ways the honorees have achieved their particular version of success. Each of these leaders took their own path, and it was often an unexpected one.

All the honorees were recognized for making a difference in their communities, in their industry, and, most of all, to their employees. They were never afraid (at least not that they would admit) of taking the “other path,” and they always took their responsibilities as leaders very seriously. They not only explored their own passions, but also engaged the passions of others.

Every day Edmond exemplifies what it means to be a great leader by approaching each element of E7’s business in a calm and thoughtful way, always ready to listen and inspire.

When asked what characteristic he feels best defines a good leader, Edmond responded, “There are two essential characteristics that go hand-in-hand: listening and decisiveness. In order to make good decisions, you must first and foremost be a good listener. Once ready, a good leader has to make important decisions without fear of the responsibility or doubt in their ability.”

Everyone at E7 is extremely proud of Edmond. We believe this honor is well-deserved, although we may be a bit biased.

The ribbon cutting ceremony was a momentous occasion that marked the beginning of a new chapter for E7. The event was attended by the who’s who of the tech industry in Michigan, as well as representatives from the city, county, and state. The support and encouragement we received from these officials was truly overwhelming and we are grateful for their faith in our business initiatives. As a Silver level member of the Troy Chamber of Commerce, we are excited to be a part of an organization that supports local businesses and helps them grow. Our new brand and website are a reflection of our commitment to innovation and excellence, and we look forward to sharing our vision with the world.

It was truly an honor to share this celebration with so many people that have made E7’s success possible. We are very fortunate to have an amazing community of clients, partners, suppliers and supporters. You are the reason for our success. We felt the love at the cocktail party, and it wasn’t just the cocktails!

E7 has very big plans for 2017 and beyond. We look forward to fulfilling on our growth projections with all of you by our side. And we’ll be looking for the next reason to celebrate again soon!

Thank you everyone! We are excited to work with you in 2017!

Atlassian is committed to recognizing and celebrating the exceptional services, expertise, and experience that its partners bring to the table. To this end, Atlassian has developed a comprehensive system of Partner Levels, Specializations, and Partner Awards that help to distinguish and showcase the unique talents and capabilities of its partners. These Partner Levels are designed to provide a clear and transparent framework for evaluating and recognizing the contributions of Atlassian’s partners, and they include Silver Solution Partners, Gold Solution Partners, and Platinum Solution Partners. Each of these Partner Levels is defined by a specific set of criteria, such as the depth and breadth of a partner’s expertise, the scope of their experience, and their track record of delivering value to customers. By leveraging these Partner Levels, Atlassian is able to identify and work with partners who are best positioned to meet the specific needs and requirements of its customers, and to provide them with the highest quality services and support.

• Silver Solution Partners are niche consulting companies with particular specializations or companies with a new Atlassian relationship.
• Gold Solution Partners are highly trained and committed to their Atlassian practice and delivering value to our customers.
• Platinum Solution Partners meet Atlassian’s highest training criteria and have a proven practice that can scale from small to large customers.

In addition to achieving the Atlassian Partner of the Year 2018: Rising Star award, E7 is now recognized by Atlassian as a Platinum Solution Partner.

We take great pride in both of these achievements and always strive to provide our customers the best-in-class services.

E7 Solutions has truly set the standard for excellence as an Atlassian partner, earning the prestigious Atlassian Partner of the Year 2019 Cloud award. The recognition comes as a testament to the exceptional contributions made by E7 Solutions throughout the year, spanning the development of innovative products and services that perfectly complement Atlassian’s offerings, to providing thought leadership that drives new business opportunities and growth. The award is a testament to E7 Solutions’ dedication to providing exceptional Atlassian services to customers, and we are excited to see how we can help our clients develop their Cloud strategy going forward.

E7 was one of 13 solution partner global recipients honored as Partner of the Year for our continuous effort throughout the year.

“Atlassian is thrilled to recognize and honor our 2019 Partner Award recipients”, said Martin Musierowicz, Atlassian’s Head of Global Channels. “Solution Partners are instrumental to our customers’ success and we are excited to be able to highlight some of our top partners who are going above and beyond to support customers and provide Atlassian services.”

We’re honored to be the winner of Atlassian’s Partner of the Year 2019 Cloud and look forward to helping our clients develop their Cloud strategy.

Check out more information about our Cloud Migration Services or contactus today.

E7 Solutions, a Michigan-based firm, has been named the Atlassian Partner of the Year 2018: Rising Star for its exceptional contributions to Atlassian’s fiscal year 2018. Atlassian, a leading provider of team collaboration and productivity software, acknowledged E7 Solutions’ outstanding efforts in developing new business, providing thought leadership, and delivering products and services that complement Atlassian’s offerings. The accolade was presented to E7 Solutions during the Atlassian Partner Day at the company’s European Summit held in Barcelona, Spain, where 15 recipients were recognized as Partner of the Year. Martin Musierowicz, Atlassian’s Head of Global Channels, expressed his excitement and gratitude for the Solution Partners who go above and beyond to support customers and provide Atlassian services.

E7 Solutions’ recognition as the Atlassian Award Partner of the Year 2018: Rising Star is a testament to the company’s exceptional performance in the past fiscal year. The award was presented to E7 Solutions during the Atlassian Partner Day at the company’s European Summit held in Barcelona, Spain, where 15 recipients were honored for their outstanding contributions. Martin Musierowicz, Atlassian’s Head of Global Channels, expressed his gratitude to Solution Partners who go the extra mile to support customers and provide Atlassian services. E7 Solutions proved to be one of the best partners of the year, developing new business, providing thought leadership, and delivering high-quality products and services that complement Atlassian’s offerings. This achievement further solidifies E7 Solutions’ position as a leading provider of team collaboration and productivity software.

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There are many careers in tech that go well beyond software development. E7’s Ana Galofre Smith recently participated in a professional panel hosted by Girl Develop It, a non-profit organization with the mission of encouraging women to learn how to code, to discuss the topic of working in tech as a non-developer.

In her role with E7 Solutions, Galofre serves multiple positions, including Technical Project Manager, Delivery Manager, Scrum Manager, and Business Analyst. “As someone who has been in the tech industry for several decades, in a semi-technical role, I am able to share first-hand experience regarding the variety of interesting and challenging roles available,” said Galofre.

The panel discussion at the Girl Develop It event covered how to break into tech and build a career if your background or goals don’t include the developer track. The panelists shared interesting advice and insights drawing from their personal experiences in different roles and in a variety of industries. Advice shared includes:

• Hone and value your “soft skills” such as organization, communication, writing, and analysis. All of these skills are invaluable when working on projects that involve creating technical documentation, developing detailed and useful training materials, composing user stories, analyzing and graphing process workflows for requirements, or testing of the user experience.
• Be curious and courageous. Don’t ever hesitate to ask questions. Research what you don’t know. Even industry experts with 20+ years experience do this. Embrace and test new tools. Install free versions of tools and experiment when you have the chance.
• Build your toolbox. Learn the fundamentals of project management terminology and methodology, like agile. Take short courses in HTML and CSS to familiarize yourself with the basic of web site development. Utilize free online resources and training videos.
• Network. Be sure to highlight all of your skills on your Linkedin profile. Take advantage of the local industry meetup events hosted by organizations like Girl Develop It, Women in Technology, Agile Meetups, etc. Speak to as many people as you can and leverage these connections.
• Get Involved Where You Can. Ask your employer if there are opportunities for you to be involved with, or observe, the work of different departments or project groups.  Learn first hand what people do and how they do it.

For those interested in exploring a career in tech, here are some resources that the panelists like:

Learn more about Girl Develop It and a chapter near you.

On August 14, it was announced that E7 Solutions made the list for Crain’s Top 100 Cool Places to Work. We are super proud of this recognition and of the team. We spoke with a few folks about the news, and here is what we heard.

E7 Solutions – Where People Make the Difference

“Our people always come first,” smiles CEO and Founder Edmond Delude. “The end result is they go far beyond the extra mile and treat our customers even better. And that makes us a very successful business.”

That’s E7’s commitment to the employees. You see it everywhere. From candidate interviews, to customer meetings, to employee interactions.

E7 doesn’t pander to the latest fads of fancy stocked kitchens, dedicated ping pong tables, and beer on tap. Instead, their down-to-earth approach is aimed at what they’ve learned matters most to their employees — a superior work experience.

Work/Life Balance

“My family is my highest priority,” says Jonathan Madill, Director of Delivery. “At E7, I’m able to coach my girls, take them to dance classes, even work from home when I need to care for them. Work/life balance isn’t lip service at E7. It’s real. And it makes all the difference for me.”

Employees can work from home or in the office, as long as they’re available during the firm’s core work hours of 9 to 3 and get their work done. They stay in touch via Slack, Zoom, and collaborate to move projects forward with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Now that they’re all working remotely, playfulness has gone online. “Sometimes we get pretty goofy during Zoom meetings.” laughed Edmond. “During this difficult time, it’s a great way to let off steam and keep our sense of humor.”

Making an Impact

“Everyone at E7 has an opportunity to make an impact,” said Michael Abdelnour, Director of Solutions. “Everyone can make a significant contribution. We’re small and nimble enough that we can quickly pivot and make business decisions fast. No idea is ever just dismissed. Because we never know where that next great idea will show up.”

Michael acknowledges, “We all make mistakes. But the most important thing is to learn from them. We always ask ourselves ‘What can we learn and how can we grow from this experience?’”

Alisz Hatch, Sales Operations Coordinator confirms, “E7 is great at celebrating victories both large and small. And somehow any mistake is always turned into a positive learning experience.”

Creating a Level Playing Field

Managers and employees work collaboratively with clients to solve problems. That requires a culture of openness and honesty. It also requires the right technologies. As an Atlassian Platinum Partner, E7 not only implements collaborative technologies for their clients, they use those very same technologies themselves to enable their teams to achieve the best results.

“Transparency is key,” says Alisz. “Our Atlassian tools and E7’s culture keeps us on track, give us constant feedback. That makes it easy to collaborate. I feel very comfortable because I’m able to trust everyone. I can see that we’ve got each other’s’ backs. And I always feel I’ve been heard, my opinion matters, and how I’ve made a contribution. There’s never any judgment, only a joint commitment to create outstanding results for our clients.”

It All Starts with the Right Fit

“Our first priority when interviewing is ‘are they the right cultural fit’?” states Kim Burk, Employee Relations Manager. “We hire highly skilled and knowledgeable people who are self-sufficient and self-reliant. But that doesn’t matter if they can’t fit in.”

What does “fitting in” mean? “It’s about seeing how easily and well the candidate’s core values match E7’s core values,” says Burk.

Ana Galofre, Managing Atlassian Consultant, adds “Show me how you’ve gone the extra mile to exceed a customer’s expectations. Explain a new tool or technology you’ve learned. Tell me of a situation where you challenged a concept and what feedback you gave. That shows me what you’d be like as a colleague.”

E7 also provides career learning and education opportunities. Debbie Tamborra, E7’s staff accountant, stated, “Everyone takes online courses and tests for new certifications, does research, and delivers lunch and learns. I want to know what you’ve done to continue to add to your knowledge and capabilities. Because on-going personal development is a critical part of our culture.”

The Proof is in the Retention

Those who see themselves thriving in a fast-paced, nimble environment, chances you’ll be there for a long and happy time. “We have very low employee turnover,” says Edmond with a touch of pride, “Our employee surveys tell us they love being here. We’re not just work colleagues. We’re family.”

We did it!

We are thrilled and overjoyed to share that Atlassian announced E7 Solutions as Atlassian Partner of the Year 2020: Cloud Services. We are honored that Atlassian has recognized us with this award and for our dedicated efforts in servicing clients, developing customizable product packages and consistently looking for new ways to grow.

Reflecting on Our Journey

Back in 2018, E7 was recognized by Atlassian as Partner of the Year: Rising Star. This really kicked our hands-on attitude into gear to fine-tune our expertise and provide the best experiences and support yet for our clients. Our hard work paid off, as we received Partner of the Year: Cloud the following year in 2019.

Since then, our team has continued to devote the upmost time, effort and energy to develop innovative, client-centered ideas and services – leading us to our accomplishment this year of Partner of the Year: Cloud Services. Atlassian has not been quiet about Cloud’s transformative impact on business today. As Atlassian continues to focus its future on Cloud, we will follow alongside and align our goals with Atlassian.

“We couldn’t be more pleased with our partnership with Atlassian, and I’m really excited and proud of the E7 team for all the hard work that they’ve done to get us here today.”

– E7 Solutions CEO Edmond Delude

As one of 16 solution partner recipients honored as Partner of the Year, this recognition symbolizes the work we put in to provide the best services possible for our clients over the last calendar year. We would like to thank Atlassian and all of our clients for helping us achieve this goal.

“Atlassian would like to congratulate and thank this year’s Partner of the Year award recipients,” Atlassian’s Head of Global Channels Martin Musierowicz said. “Solution Partners play an instrumental role in our customers’ success, and we are excited to be able to highlight some of our top partners who go above and beyond to provide innovative solutions and Atlassian services to our customers.”

What’s Next for E7

As 2021 moves forward, we at E7 Solutions are even more excited to share what we have been working on to improve and specialize our services and expertise! We hit the ground running and won’t be stopping anytime soon. Thank you to Atlassian and to our incredible clients for making this happen!

Check out the full press release below!

E7 Solutions Receives Atlassian Partner of the Year 2020: Cloud Services