The Continuing Evolution of SharePoint
January 13, 2015
It is the time of year when everyone is reflecting upon the year in review and much attention is given to goals, plans, and speculations for the future. Reviewing Microsoft SharePoint is no different. CMS Wire covers the latest speculations and year-end critics in their article, “A Look Back: The Continuing Evolution of SharePoint.”
The article begins:
“If we could really say what the future holds for SharePoint, we could probably sell the information back to Microsoft. All the signs point to major changes — but they also point to the fact that Microsoft is still dithering. While the company has committed to another on-premises version, after that all bets are off.”
Microsoft has always been largely secretive about SharePoint changes and updates. It is no surprise that no one knows for sure what to expect in 2015. We can, however, say that Stephen E. Arnold will continue to manage all the latest tips, tricks, and news related to SharePoint on his Web service, ArnoldIT.com. His SharePoint feed provides precise and up to date information for users and managers alike. Stay tuned.
Emily Rae Aldridge, January 13, 2015
SharePoint Online and Apps Working Together
January 8, 2015
Microsoft is planning deeper integration between SharePoint Online and other Office 365 apps. Users can expect to see some changes in the coming year, and Search Content Management covers the story in their recent article, “SharePoint Online, Other Office 365 Apps Work Together.”
The article begins:
“Microsoft has long adhered to a ‘better together’ strategy that suggests its operating systems and applications can achieve greater capabilities if used in conjunction with other Microsoft products. Although it’s easy to dismiss the ‘better together’ philosophy as being nothing more than a strategy to sell products, this argument begins to break down when you consider Office 365.”
Stephen E. Arnold is another resource to consult for SharePoint and Office 365 needs. His Web service, ArnoldIT.com, contains a separate SharePoint feed full of the latest tips, tricks and news for users and managers alike. Heading in to the new year, it would be worthwhile to spend some time considering how to streamline and improve your organization’s infrastructure.
Emily Rae Aldridge, January 08, 2015
SharePoint Power User Cheat Sheet
January 6, 2015
been improved and future plans for better efficiency. Regarding SharePoint, this reflection can be especially helpful with the complicated platform. You can start the process with a well-written article like CMS Wire’s most recent, “The Power User Cheat Sheet to SharePoint 2013 Search.”
The article begins:
“If you’ve spent any time researching SharePoint 2013 you already know that one of the most exciting components was Microsoft’s integration of FAST Search features into the product . . . As a Power User of SharePoint what do you need to know to make the absolute most out of these features? There is a lot to learn, but in working with SharePoint 2013 over the past two years I have identified three areas that are a great place to begin your search journey.”
Stephen E. Arnold offers lots of resources for reflection and improvement on his Web service, ArnoldIT.com. His SharePoint feed is full of useful information that end users and managers alike can benefit from. Staying on top of the latest tips, tricks, and news can make a big difference in SharePoint use and satisfaction.
Emily Rae Aldridge, January 06, 2015
SalesForce Connects SharePoint Files to the Cloud
January 1, 2015
Research has showed that most employees have to access data files from at least four different locations during the course of a workday. So SalesForce has completed work on a solution to connect all SharePoint files to their Cloud. This adds to the existing function of SalesForce Files, which allows users to index files. Read the full details in the Computer World article, “Salesforce Connects SharePoint Files to its Cloud with New Tool.”
The article begins:
“Salesforce, the not-so-little cloud CRM company that could, is furthering its play to bring everybody everywhere into the fold with the launch of Salesforce Files Connect, a new tool that brings files from on-premises Microsoft SharePoint into a company’s cloud workflow.”
Stephen E. Arnold of ArnoldIT.com has made a career out of following and reporting on all things search. His interest in SharePoint is longstanding, and he has devoted a separate SharePoint feed to the topic. Keep an eye on Arnold’s work to find more helpful third party solutions as well as helpful tips and tricks for navigating the SharePoint environment.
Emily Rae Aldridge, January 01, 2015
Microsoft Confirms Drop of Public Website SharePoint Feature
December 30, 2014
Microsoft has confirmed the rumors that everyone has feared – the Public Website feature of SharePoint is being discontinued. Customers are being encouraged to move to third party options that integrate with SharePoint. ZDNet breaks the news and covers the details in their article, “Microsoft Confirms it is Dropping Public Website Feature from SharePoint Online.”
The article discusses how the transition will occur:
“New customers signing up for Office 365 as of January next year won’t have access to Public Websites in SharePoint Online, Microsoft officials acknowledged in a new Knowledge Base support article published on December 19. Existing customers using SharePoint Online Public Website will continue to have access to this feature for a minimum of two years following the changeover date, Microsoft execs said.”
Interested parties will not be surprised by the news, as rumors have swirled for some time. However, it is a difficult transition for those who relied on the feature. It seems that SharePoint went through a season of trying to be all things to all people, but that did not seem to pan out the way they anticipated, and now they are scaling back. Stephen E. Arnold keeps a close eye on SharePoint on his Web service, ArnoldIT.com. Keep an eye on his SharePoint feed to see what feature may be next on the Microsoft chopping block.
Emily Rae Aldridge, December 30, 2014
SharePoint Usability Workarounds
December 25, 2014
SharePoint is known as the most widely used enterprise solution, but it is definitely not known as the most friendly to use. CMS Wire substantiates that claim in their latest article, “4 Ways SharePoint Navigation Breaks Usability Best Practices.”
The article begins:
“There’s been a lot of interest lately from business users and SharePoint site owners in SharePoint’s usability (or lack thereof), but the issue doesn’t seem to receive as much attention as other topics. When experts talk about SharePoint, they focus on migration, administration, governance, development, cloud, and mobile. Any mentions of usability take a backseat and are only brought up by usability enthusiasts. It’s time to bring this subject to the forefront.”
The author then goes on to list at least four ways that SharePoint Navigation breaks usability best practices. These may seem like minute points to the outsider, but SharePoint managers will find that they make a great deal of impact on the usability and user satisfaction of their implementation. Stephen E. Arnold also reports similar findings on his Web service, ArnoldIT.com. He has made a career out of all things search and frequently reports on tips and tricks for SharePoint on his dedicated feed. Readers may find it helpful for their continuing education.
Emily Rae Aldridge, December 25, 2014
Customers Dissatisfied with SharePoint Online Cuts
December 23, 2014
Certain SharePoint Online features are being phased out. Rumor has it that Public Sites may be the next to go. But in a world where knowing, preparing, and bracing for change is really valuable, Microsoft isn’t talking. ZDNet covers the breaking story in their article, “Microsoft Users Not Happy Over Quiet SharePoint Online Feature Cuts.”
The article begins:
“Microsoft announced the company would enable its business customers to stay on top of the rollout of the myriad moving parts of Microsoft’s Office 365 service. The Office 365 Roadmap site would become a central site for many (but not all) Office 365 features that were announced, rolling out or being nixed before they debuted, officials said. But in the past couple of months, Microsoft has been eliminating quietly some SharePoint Online features — with more possible eliminations to come. Finding out about those planned cuts isn’t as easy as it should be, customers say.”
Stephen E. Arnold has been covering search, including enterprise, for the span of his career. He reports his findings on ArnoldIT.com. This SharePoint online rumor is a good example of a time in which it’s important to have outside sources. Arnold reports the latest SharePoint news, rumor, tips, and tricks on his SharePoint feed, and users may find it most helpful when attempting to brace for the impact of changes such as those mentioned above.
Emily Rae Aldridge, December 23, 2014
Dynamics NAV Partners with SharePoint
December 18, 2014
Microsoft is encouraging tighter integration with software partners that can promote greater specialization within its customer base. One such partnership is highlighted in the PR Web article, “Dynamics NAV and SharePoint – Perfect Partnership in Microsoft Technology.”
The article begins:
“Microsoft is actively encouraging tighter integration and co-operation between Partners with different specialisms, such as TVision and Ballard Chalmers, especially for customers looking to leverage Cloud solutions. The benefits to customers are extensive, a complete and scalable business solution in the familiar Windows environment supported by specialists but all held within a single project framework.”
Allowing partners to develop specialties is a major win for Microsoft, allowing customers to meet their needs while preventing SharePoint from having to be all things to all people. To keep up with which solutions are contributing most to the SharePoint landscape, keep an eye on Stephen E. Arnold’s findings at ArnoldIT.com. His SharePoint feed makes keeping up with the latest SharePoint news fast and easy.
Emily Rae Aldridge, December 18, 2014
Delve, Social, and Other SharePoint Highlights of 2014
December 16, 2014
It is that time of year again – time for year-in-review articles regarding the tech that we know and love. And so it is for SharePoint. Lots of changes have been made and there are plenty of assumptions about the future. So CMS Wire tackles the overview in their article, “The SharePoint Landscape from 30,000 Feet.”
The author begins:
“With the end of the year around the corner, it’s a good time to take a 30,000-foot view of the lay of the SharePoint land and see what’s in store for 2015. While SharePoint may not be perfect, the technology is something many enterprises count on. We’ve seen great growth and energy in SharePoint over the past year and there are some events and developments that will be driving the technology next year.”
The author then goes on to discuss Delve and social projects, including apps. But experts caution that privacy will experience a resurgence in coming months, and the pendulum will swing back the other way, with enterprises concerned about keeping a tight reign on information. To stay on top of all of the latest developments in the new year, stay tuned in to Stephen E. Arnold at ArnoldIT.com. He has made a career out of parsing all things search, and his SharePoint feed is extremely helpful for all levels of users.
Emily Rae Aldridge, December 16, 2014
Starting SharePoint and Office 365 on a Budget
December 11, 2014
Many smaller organizations often wonder how to utilize SharePoint and other Office 365 solutions without breaking the bank. Mark Jones on LinkedIn has written a helpful piece on how to get the best bang for the buck. Read his thoughts on “8 Ways To Learn SharePoint And Office 365 On A Budget!”
He begins:
“Over the last 2 years I have spent a lot of time in the SharePoint-Community.Net and the question that comes up a lot is how to get started and learn Microsoft SharePoint (or Office 365). So here we go, this is my up-to-date list of things that will take you from novice to rockstar without spending more than a few dollars in the process.”
Another resource for making the most out of a SharePoint installation is ArnoldIT.com. Stephen E. Arnold is an expert in search and has focused heavily on SharePoint throughout his career. His dedicated SharePoint feed is a great place to start a search for all the latest news, tips, and tricks.
Emily Rae Aldridge, December 11, 2014
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