Microsoft 365 Toolkit
In this article, I’ll share 7 Microsoft Word tricks that I rely on every day to streamline my workflow, save time, and make my documents look professional. These under-the-radar features go beyond the basics, offering practical tips to boost your productivity and efficiency. Let’s dive in and uncover
Document Libraries and Lists
This post will cover some of the advanced document library management features in SharePoint. In the world of SharePoint, document libraries are more than just repositories for files—they are customisable, collaborative tools that can be tailored to meet your organisation's specific needs. This advanced guide takes you
AI in the Workplace
There are some exciting Microsoft 365 updates rolling in 2025, and as an end user, you’re in for some powerful tools that can make your daily workflows easier and more efficient. In this post, I'll explore the top 7 updates that will transform the way you work
AI in the Workplace
Artificial Intelligence is changing the game for SharePoint. One of the most powerful applications? Automating and optimising metadata—turning chaotic document libraries into well-organised, high-performing resources that work seamlessly with Microsoft 365 tools like Copilot. Traditionally, setting up metadata fields in SharePoint has been a manual, time-consuming task. Deciding on
Permissions and Governance
When it comes to digital transformations, SharePoint adoption often involves significant investments in tools and technology. However, one critical area that frequently receives less attention is training and change management. This oversight can be particularly evident with platforms like SharePoint and its integrations with Microsoft 365 apps such as Teams
Information Architecture
Introduction After 20 years of working with SharePoint, I’ve developed a personal information architecture in SharePoint that keeps me organised and productive. In this article, exclusive to my Patreon subscribers, I’ll share how I organise my files, the best practices I’ve learned, and steps to help you
Document Libraries and Lists
Welcome to your weekly Simplify Your Workflow insight! This week’s SharePoint Quick Tip is all about pinning important documents in SharePoint libraries—one of the most underutilised features that can save you and your team serious time. I see this all the time—people scrolling endlessly through a document
AI in the Workplace
Microsoft’s new Copilot Agent is here, and it’s poised to revolutionise the way we manage workflows and collaborate in SharePoint and Teams. As an AI-powered virtual assistant, the Copilot Agent promises to simplify complex tasks, personalise user experiences, and bring a new level of efficiency to our daily
Getting Started with SharePoint
When working with SharePoint you would have heard of pages and sites but when it comes to SharePoint sites vs. pages, what should you be creating and when? While they sound similar, they serve distinct purposes in creating an organised, user-friendly workspace. Think of them as building blocks of your
Information Architecture
For anyone familiar with SharePoint, the debate over metadata vs. folders in SharePoint has likely come up more than once. It’s a topic that can spark spirited conversations, especially when working with end users who are often resistant to change. After years of working with SharePoint, I’ve found
Collaboration Strategies
The SharePoint Request Sign-Off workflow is one of the most underutilised features, yet it holds immense potential to transform your approval processes. In this deep dive, I’ll not only guide you through how this functionality works but also share practical use cases and an exclusive step-by-step Scribe for setting
Document Libraries and Lists
What Are Document Sets in SharePoint? Document sets in SharePoint are powerful tools for organising and managing groups of related documents. Think of a document set as a special folder that brings together multiple documents and applies shared metadata, workflows, and versioning. They’re especially useful when you need to