Outlook SMTP Setup & Tracking

I need a clean, reliable Outlook-based SMTP service configured so my platform can push out purely transactional emails. The messages must land in the inbox and report a simple “opened / not opened” status—no click metrics, no marketing extras.

Here’s the flow I have in mind:
• Connect my domain or Microsoft 365 mailbox to the correct Outlook SMTP host, ports, and credentials.
• Embed a lightweight tracking pixel so I can see open rates inside the dashboard or via API.
• Align SPF, DKIM, and (if applicable) DMARC records to keep deliverability high.
• Run a live test: trigger at least one sample message, confirm it’s received, and verify the open event is logged.
• Send over concise hand-off notes or a quick screen share so I can replicate or adjust settings later.

All server access, DNS control, and sample content are ready on my side; I simply need your technical expertise to wire everything together and prove it works.