In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, David Bowman and Jarbas Horst tackle the ever-present challenge of managing SharePoint effectively. They explore why organizations often struggle with cluttered and chaotic SharePoint environments, emphasizing that while the platform offers extensive flexibility, its lack of structure can quickly lead to confusion. With insights from their experience in digital workplace solutions and recent industry events, they highlight the critical role of governance, planning, and strategic oversight in ensuring a well-organized digital workspace.David and Jarbas also discuss the latest SharePoint enhancements, such as AI-powered Design Ideas, flexible layouts, and Copilot-driven page creation, noting that while these features add power and versatility, they require thoughtful implementation to avoid sprawl. They conclude with actionable advice, encouraging organizations to establish clear guidelines, templates, and approval workflows before adopting new capabilities. Ultimately, they stress that investing in governance, planning, and user education is essential for leveraging SharePoint’s potential while maintaining clarity and control.Listen to the full episode of Fresh Perspectives for more real-world advice from David Bowman and Jarbas Horst.✨ Let's connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fresh-digital-workplace
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Ep 9 | SharePoint intranet search - why do you hate me?
SharePoint intranet search - why do you hate me? This provocative question resonates with many SharePoint users. At events, when we ask people if they love SharePoint, search is often cited as a pain point in their intranet experience. This is why in this episode of Fresh Perspectives, Jarbas Horst and David Bowman dive into the complexities of the search experience within SharePoint Intranet and Microsoft 365. They explore why many users feel frustrated with the existing search functionality and discuss potential solutions for improving search quality within the intranet, including the role of governance, generative AI, and customizable options. Whether you're struggling with your current search system or just curious about optimizing your SharePoint experience, this episode is packed with practical insights for you and your team. Happy listening!
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Ep 8 | The benefits of intranets
In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, David and Jarbas explore the essential role of intranets in modern organizations. They discuss how intranets, particularly SharePoint intranets, enhance employee engagement, streamline communication, and boost productivity. David and Jarbas share real-world examples and insights on why every business, regardless of size, needs a modern intranet. They delve into the evolution of SharePoint, highlighting its flexible layouts, AI functionalities, and seamless integration with Microsoft Teams. The episode also covers the significant impact of high employee engagement on financial performance, backed by data from Microsoft's Work Trend Index. Tune in to learn how intranets can transform your organization's digital workplace, improve onboarding processes, and foster a more connected and efficient work environment.💜If you want to love SharePoint, we want to talk to you Get in Touch - Fresh Intranet
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Ep 7 | AI for SharePoint Intranets revisited
In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, David and Jarbas delve into the evolving landscape of SharePoint intranets and the transformative power of AI. Sharing their experiences from recent events, including the Microsoft AI Tour and the Ragan AI Horizons event in Miami, they discuss the varying levels of AI adoption among organizations and the importance of change management, training, and clear communication to ensure successful AI integration. One of the key topics covered is the introduction of SharePoint Copilot agents, which allow users to create agents for documents, list libraries, and sites within SharePoint. These agents can be integrated into Teams discussions, providing valuable insights and facilitating more efficient collaboration. Follow and subscribe for insights on the future of SharePoint intranets and the role of AI in enhancing the employee experience.
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Ep 6 | How to measure effective communication in the workplace with Cai Kjaer
In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, David and Jarbas engage with Cai Kjaer, the co-founder of Swoop Analytics, to explore the critical role of measurement in workplace environments with a particular focus on enhancing employee engagement. Cai, who has a rich background in analytics and internal collaboration, provides insights into the need for communicators to understand your organisation's current position via metrics to effectively navigate and improve communication strategies. The discussion highlights the tangible link between investments in digital channels, like intranets and community-based systems, and employee engagement, emphasizing the importance of tracking successful initiatives to ensure a good return on investment. Cai introduces the "Seven Collaboration Habits" framework to describe collaboration behaviors and preferences within organizations, such as the use of email, chat, and intranet. By exploring these habits, our guest sheds light on the common challenges organizations face with data utilization and measurement, providing practical guidance on effectively leveraging analytics to drive employee engagement and align with strategic organizational goals. Listen to the full episode now to unlock strategies for improving communication, engagement, and productivity in your workplace.✨Let's connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fresh-digital-workplace
About Fresh Perspectives: Living in the reality of SharePoint intranets
Need to use a SharePoint intranet due to internal policies, company transitions, or legacy systems? When all the available information is overly technical or negative, where do you turn? Enter Fresh Perspectives: Living in the reality of SharePoint intranets. We provide useful, jargon-free insights and real-world examples to help you maximize the benefits of SharePoint intranets and tackle its challenges. Pro-SharePoint but realistic, we debunk misconceptions and share product management insights from Fresh Intranet.
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