Professional

If you're looking for a Microsoft Visio 365 download that will enable both individuals and teams to create and share professional, flexible diagrams concerning information flow and activities, then the Professional edition is for you. While the Standard version provides ample functionality to get the job done, Visio Professional ups the ante. It includes updated shapes, templates, stencils and added resourcefulness that you would expect from a Professional edition of a Microsoft Visio 365 Professional download. Expect enhanced support for team collaboration.

Link Diagrams to Real-time Data

One of the most valuable features in 365 Visio Professional is the ability to link diagrams, plans and processes to real-time data. Visio shapes can now be linked to several different data sources like Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Excel Services, Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Azure, and Microsoft SharePoint Lists and Business Connectivity Services. Using this incredibly intelligent feature and a few mouse clicks, your data source will be automatically identified, the data will be imported and then linked to shapes. Data graphics are then applied and you are ultimately left with an exquisite diagram that is most accurate. Diagrams can now also easily become dashboards and thus can be used to monitor progress or performance in real time. The diagram that is connected to a data source can refresh automatically so that any data changes will make your diagram actually adjust itself.

Sub-Process Creation and Validation Rules

Diagram viewers do not want to read super complex multi-page diagrams. But on the other hand, developers need as much details as possible. Enter the Sub-Process Creation feature which lets you do both. It will keep your diagrams as clean and uncluttered as possible, without losing any information whatsoever. Validation rules are guidelines that your Microsoft Visio 365 will use to check your diagram against pre-programmed rules that will define what a well-formed process is and then notify you of any issues that need to be addressed.

Extra Templates and Customizable Shapes

Visio Professional comes stocked with an extensive assortment of extra templates and shapes that meet industry standards including BPMN 2.0, UML 2.4, IEEE and Windows Workflow 4.0. It also includes more customizable shapes and built-in tools that make the process of creating professional diagrams so much faster and easier.

Secure Diagrams

Your diagrams are now secure with Microsoft file protection technologies. There is solid support for Information Rights Management (IRM) protection of email messages and attachments, and diagram files. You can also control document rights at the individual user level. The confidentiality and security of your diagrams are well taken care of with your Visio 365 Professional.