Ever feel like company news gets lost in the digital abyss? You're not alone! SharePoint Online offers a solution: Organization News Sites. These aren't just regular SharePoint sites – they're like designated "official news zones" within your company's digital space. Businessman reading a business newspaper by Adeolu Eletu on Unsplash Here, you'll find answers to questions like: What are Organization News Sites? Why are they so great? And, if you have admin rights, how to create one yourself! By the end, you'll be an expert at keeping everyone informed! Intranet from the Trenches is a reade ..read more

Ever feel like you miss important work stuff because it's hidden everywhere in SharePoint Online? Like news from your team's site or updates on that project you're on. We've all been there! But worry no more! This guide will be your hero in the fight against missing out. Newspaper reader rounded by more newspapers by Egor Vikhred on Unsplash Prepare to: Uncover the News Sources: Discover the locations within Microsoft 365 where SharePoint Online news are shown. Unlock Smart Prioritization: Demystify the algorithms that personalize your SharePoint Online news feed. Become a Ne ..read more

A recent article by Nuria Oliver proposes the creation of a "culture of digital scholars". This initiative aims to educate people on AI and its potential to address global challenges. Much like learning to read, write, and do math, understanding AI is becoming a fundamental skill. This knowledge encompasses the core concepts of AI, including algorithms, programming, data, and how it interacts with us through networks and hardware. Robot reading a book by Andrea De Santis in Unsplash In this article, I discuss the importance of AI learning within companies, focusing more on the employee side ..read more

Remember the good old days? Crowded around a whiteboard, everyone throwing out ideas as fast as they could write. Brainstorming in person is fun, but it's tough to do when you're working from home. Microsoft Whiteboard brings that energy online. It's like a giant digital notepad where you and your team can scribble ideas, add sticky notes, and work together – all at the same time, no matter where you are. Brainstorm ideas for everyday things Here's the coolest part! Microsoft Whiteboard just added Copilot, your brainstorming buddy with superpowers. Think of Copilot as a magic helper for your ..read more

Struggling to find what you need in SharePoint Online lists and libraries? You're not alone. While you can group, filter, and sort by metadata, there's a hidden gem – search! Big nose and glasses using a magnifier glass by Marten Newhall on Unsplash Search is often overlooked, but it can be much faster and more powerful. This article will show you why search should be your go-to method for finding information and documents in SharePoint Online, saving you valuable time. Intranet from the Trenches is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming ..read more

This article dives into a practical application of the SharePoint Location column, building a real estate listing app with Power Apps. Imagine the benefits: Visualize Your Portfolio: See all properties on a map, giving realtors a clear picture of geographical spread and property density. Mobile Accessibility: Access property details and navigate listings directly from a mobile device for ultimate convenience. Property Lens application This app leverages the ease of use of both Power Apps and SharePoint. We'll use: Microsoft Lists: Manage your real estate property data ..read more

Have you been using ChatGPT and are curious about Copilot in Microsoft Word? While both leverage AI, they have different approaches. With ChatGPT, you ask open-ended questions and receive various responses. Copilot, however, thrives on working within the context of your existing content in Word. This blog post will guide you through using Copilot in Microsoft Word. We'll explore its functionalities and provide helpful prompts to get you started. Intranet from the Trenches is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber ..read more

I've written this article to equip you to unlock geolocation within SharePoint and Lists. I'll guide you through the concept of geolocation, how to configure it in SharePoint, and list real-world applications. Compass in a map by Getty Images from Unsplash By the end, you'll get the proper understanding to decide whether to use it or not. Intranet from the Trenches is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Geolocation Demystified Geolocation, in simpler terms, refers to finding out where something is located on ..read more

Setting up SharePoint Embedded can be a bit confusing. Microsoft hasn't updated the documentation properly because it's still in Feature Preview. That's where this article comes in handy. This 4-step guide is based on my experience and the current existing documentation. It helped me build my first application using SharePoint Embedded. Follow these steps, and you'll be on your way to developing your solution using SharePoint Embedded features: Obtain a Microsoft 365 Tenant Admin Account Configure a new Entra ID Application Create a New Container Type Register the Container Type with t ..read more

I've been playing with SharePoint Embedded during the last weeks. I discovered the two technical architectures you must know about. You don't need to walk the path, I did for you and here you can find my insights. A busy city compares with open and clean-spaced houses. Containers are the main element in SharePoint Embedded. So, architecture must be based on them. There are only two kinds of technical approaches when developing your solution. The first one, the most intuitive one, is to have several files per container. The second one, a bit less intuitive, is to have one file per container ..read more