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Announcing general availability of Universal Print in GCC/GCC High!

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Oct 02, 2023

We are excited to announce that we are bringing Universal Print to government organizations with the general availability of Universal Print in GCC/GCC High. Universal Print in GCC/GCC High aims to offer full feature parity with what exists in the commercial cloud today, while remaining compliant with certifications that are required for U.S. government organizations.  

 

Universal Print is a cloud-based print solution that enables a simple, rich, and secure print experience for users, while reducing time and effort for IT, by moving print management to the cloud. Print administrators can register printers with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly known as Azure Active Directory) and manage them through the Universal Print online portal, without the need for traditional on-premises print servers and printer drivers.  

 

Universal Print in GCC/GCC High adheres to Zero Trust principles, assuming by default that no device or connection is secure and instead validating each connection. Whether it’s ensuring documents containing sensitive information remain secured throughout the print process or easing the burden for print administrators, government organizations can feel confident that their cloud printing solution offers security and a seamless experience for both employees and IT professionals alike with Universal Print in GCC/GCC High.  

 

Eligible licenses 

License 

Jobs Per Month 

Microsoft 365 Government G3, G5 – GCC 

100 

Microsoft 365 E3, E5 – GCC High 

100 

Windows 10/11 Enterprise E5 Commercial (GCC Compatible)  

5 

Universal Print for GCC (standalone) 

5 

Universal Print for GCC High (standalone) 

5 

 

Learn more and get Universal Print in GCC/GCC High 

To learn more about Universal Print in GCC/GCC High and understand licensing and pricing, please visit aka.ms/UP_TryNow. We will also be hosting an AMA webinar on Tech Community on Wednesday, October 11th at 9AM PT. Register at aka.ms/UP/GCC/webinar/20231011.  

 

***Universal Print is not available in DoD at this time, but if you would like to provide more information to the product group on your need for Universal Print in DoD, please fill in this form.

 

Questions or feedback? Please feel free to leave a comment below!  

Updated Oct 02, 2023
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  • Peter425's avatar
    Peter425
    Copper Contributor
    Jan 04, 2025

    This is an exciting update for government organizations, as Universal Print in GCC/GCC High provides a secure, cloud-based solution that simplifies print management while adhering to critical compliance standards. The integration with Microsoft Entra ID and Zero Trust principles ensures both security and efficiency for IT administrators and users. The license-based job allocation is a clear and flexible approach, catering to different government needs. It's great to see feature parity with the commercial cloud, making this a seamless transition for organizations.

    Interestingly, the ease and flexibility of this solution remind me of how WhatsApp Plusv 18.40 offers additional features beyond the official app, catering to users' diverse needs with enhanced functionality. While Universal Print prioritizes security and compliance, just as WhatsApp Plusv 18.40 enhances user experience, both highlight the importance of customizing services to suit specific audiences. Looking forward to the AMA webinar for more insights and future updates on this innovative offering.

  • Peter425's avatar
    Peter425
    Copper Contributor
    Oct 05, 2024

    It's wonderful to observe the beneficial effect on print management. Universal Print in GCC/GCC High is a huge advancement that would increase efficiency and security. 

     

  • Yasir2024's avatar
    Yasir2024
    Copper Contributor
    Sep 25, 2024

    It's great to hear that Universal Print is now generally available in GCC and GCC High, offering businesses in the region a reliable cloud-based printing solution. For companies looking to streamline their IT infrastructure, this could be a game-changer. If anyone is interested in boosting your online presence, consider investing in ecommerce website development Dubai services here: https://www.dubaiwebdesign.com/.

  • Lhulne's avatar
    Lhulne
    Copper Contributor
    Jul 24, 2024

    I have the same issue. No licenses purchased through CSP have the universal print service available. THe OLS license is available through an enterprise agreement only.