Collaboration Strategies
How Pain Taught Me to Work Smarter If you’ve ever hurt your back, you’ll know the pain changes everything — including how you work. I’ve spent the past few months slowing down, working from home more, and preparing for surgery. Sitting for long stretches isn’t an option
Collaboration Strategies
<!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p class="">One of the best things about SharePoint is that you don’t need heavy customisation or code to solve real business problems. Out-of-the-box features, when combined the right way, can create powerful,
AI in the Workplace
Artificial intelligence is the hottest topic in Microsoft 365 right now. Microsoft Copilot is making its way into SharePoint, promising faster insights, effortless summaries, and powerful search experiences. But here’s the catch: AI can only ever be as effective as the data—and the structure—it’s fed. If
Getting Started with SharePoint
Why Traditional SharePoint Training Doesn't Work (And What We're Doing About It) If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by SharePoint, you’re not alone. For years, organisations have invested heavily on SharePoint Training only to watch adoption stall. The issue isn’t the platform—it’s
Information Architecture
Managing permissions in SharePoint is one of the most complex yet crucial aspects of maintaining a secure, efficient, and collaborative environment. Without a clear strategy, organisations risk over-permissioning, security breaches, and inefficiencies that slow down productivity. This post explores a real-world use case—how a mid-sized legal firm structured its
AI in the Workplace
One thing I’ve been thinking about a lot lately is how the Copy Link and Share functions in SharePoint really impact what content shows up when you use Copilot. Oversharing or misusing these options can make a big difference in what Copilot pulls back. But before we get into
Document Management
Most people think SharePoint automation is something only IT or developers can handle, but that’s not the case. There are plenty of small, no-code tricks that everyday users can apply to make their libraries more organised, efficient and far easier to manage. The truth is, most end users don’
AI in the Workplace
I have dyscalculia — a condition that means I struggle with numbers — and Excel Copilot is the tool that removes the barrier I’ve faced for years. I first realised this more than 20 years ago when I started working as a project coordinator. A giant spreadsheet with a pivot table
AI in the Workplace
I’ve been working in the world of SharePoint for a very long time now. Over the years I’ve seen just about everything—the good, the bad and the truly chaotic. But lately, there’s a new challenge on the horizon that’s got everyone talking: preparing your workplace
Document Libraries and Lists
If you’ve ever stared at a messy SharePoint library wondering whether to start with folders, build a list, or go all in with Document Sets, you’re not alone. I’ve worked with organisations that spend weeks (sometimes months) building elaborate folder structures, only to realise they’ve created
Information Architecture
Need to know how to fix a messy SharePoint site without starting from scratch? Well, you can. If your SharePoint site feels more like a dumping ground than a productivity tool, you’re not alone. But don't worry, it can be fixed. I’ve seen hundreds of sites—
Document Libraries and Lists
If you’ve ever asked, “Why can’t I find my files in SharePoint?”—you’re not alone. One of the biggest gaps in SharePoint training is understanding and using views in document libraries. Most end users are never shown how to create or switch views, yet this simple feature