Ryan Clark

Do you think that the version control and history feature in SharePoint is its “strongest” feature? Well, the ability to track a document’s changes and see who changed what, and even restore previous versions puts the feature up “there” in the list. In this article, I’ll share more about the SharePoint version control feature, answer questions about it, and what makes it a strong feature. Let’s get started. How do version control and history work in SharePoint? In a nutshell, the system creates a new version every time you make a change in a document in a library or edit […]

Do you plan on creating a ticketing system in SharePoint? Fortunately for you, there are a lot of ways you can do this. In fact, it may get a little confusing down the road unless you have the details. In this article, I want to let you know the options for creating a ticketing system and how you can do it yourself. Let’s get started. Who needs a ticketing system in SharePoint? A ticketing system is a great way to handle service requests and help in solving problems. It can also help in providing a more efficient process. But who

Looking for a SharePoint developer? In this guide, let’s discuss the primary responsibilities of a SharePoint developer, and what skills you need to look for. Let’s get started. What does a SharePoint developer do? The main responsibility is to build and customize SharePoint environments to support an organization’s needs. That means designing, developing, and implementing solutions that can improve collaboration, manage content, etc. Key responsibilities include: In addition, SharePoint developers troubleshoot issues, upgrade systems, and keep the platform running smoothly. Their role bridges the gap between IT and users to create a collaborative space that works seamlessly across departments. 👉

Do you need to migrate a large volume of documents to SharePoint Online? Using a third-party tool might do the trick. However, I suggest you look into the in-built options first (especially for one-time migration). In this article, let’s talk about how to use the Microsoft SharePoint Migration Tool (SPMT). I’ll also share other options as well. Let’s get started. What is the SharePoint Migration Tool (SPMT)? In a nutshell, the SharePoint Migration Tool enables you to easily migrate your content to Microsoft 365 in a secure manner. According to Microsoft: The SharePoint Migration Tool (SPMT) is a free and

Do you want to know how your SharePoint site is doing in terms of usage? Fortunately, it’s quite easy to check the usage report in SharePoint Online. In fact, you may have already seen the buttons for it. In this article, I’ll share with you some of the methods you can use to check your SharePoint Online usage report. Let’s get started. What will you find in the SharePoint usage report? Basically, the usage report contains information on how site users interact with the site. In terms of access, almost everyone can view the site usage data. However, visitors can’t

Are you planning on using SharePoint as your project management office portal? That’s actually a great plan, especially when your organization mainly uses the Microsoft ecosystem of apps. In this article, I’ll walk you through creating a project management office portal in SharePoint Online and all the steps you need to take. Let’s get started. Why use SharePoint as a project management office portal? Since you’re here, it’s likely that your organization has its own PMO team that defines and maintains project management standards. Now, there are many apps out there that can help you create a portal for your

Do you want to bring together related sites in your intranet? Well, you may already have heard about the interesting hub sites feature announced way back in 2017. In this article, let’s talk about how to create a hub site and all the various things you need to know about it. Let’s get started. What is a hub site? To better understand this new feature, you need to understand first what a hub is in SharePoint: Basically, you can group various sites together that have similar characteristics, themes, or branding into “hubs”. Within that hub, the “hub site” will be

Did you know that you can refine your search queries in SharePoint? That’s possible with the use of the Keyword Query Language. Unfortunately, not too many people know about this awesome feature. In this article, I’ll walk you through the important bits of using the Keyword Language Query or KLQ in SharePoint. Let’s get started. What is the Keyword Query Language (KQL)? According to Microsoft: KQL is the default query language for building search queries. Using KQL, you specify the search terms or property restrictions that are passed to the SharePoint search service. Basically, it’s a language you can use