Top 10 checklist of items to follow in regards to a SharePoint deployment/project:

The following is a quick top 10 checklist of items to follow in regards to a SharePoint deployment/project:

1. Have a clear scope of what the project will entail and how much it will cost

2. Plan and design what features and functionality are being sought. If new server are needed then plan for storage and space and proper architecture for future growth

3. Create a project plan of each line item needed along with dates and resources. If the Agile process is being used map out the sprints as needed

4. Build and develop the needed solution/project

5. Test the solution not only by the development team but by the users as well

6. Make tweaks after getting user feedback

7. Train as many users as possible

8. Deploy the project after sponsor signoff

9. Maintain the system

10. Always be on the lookout for new versions and patches of what was built/deployed

Video:
 

The Art & War of SharePoint

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FYTV2AS


Managing SharePoint is similar to managing a war and therefore using ancient war tactics SharePoint can be tamed. Therefore, several key aspects are reviewed to guide you through the process of planning and managing the best SharePoint environment possible. Topics include planning/project planning, architecture, price, site migration(s), example points for manager/director/vice president meeting, being disciplined, estimating time, arranging and preparing, training, explaining, design plans, continuing to attack, lacking plans, learning, courage, taxonomy planning, productivity, enterprise content management, security model, information architecture, designing, measure of use, self-control, entice, using weapons wisely, building rapidly, being skill-fill, don’t be distant, collaborate with other teams, dividing and conquering, being adaptable, creating a workflow, handling users, being tactical, have to be clever, reward team members, energy, project manager, common content types, content migration, search plan, testing, governance, maintainability amongst other topics are discussed. The examples utilized are SharePoint 2013, 2016 and Office 365 based. As an added bonus each section provides a tales from the battlefield section with my own candid thoughts on each topic.

SharePoint 2016 Content Editor Instructor Guide

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HW3G5FQ

The world of SharePoint is an intricate one that many users need guidance on. Therefore, this guide is meant to be utilized by an individual whom will be reviewing via a demonstration format the core aspects that a general user who will be adding content to a site – will need to utilize. The guide can also be utilized by any individual interested in self-study learning the core and key aspects of SharePoint 2016.