SharePoint Decision Making

In regard to SharePoint, several aspects are key in regard to decision making:

Learn all the facts in regard to the situation then make the best decision based on the available data. Example maybe having a hybrid set-up (on premise and cloud) makes sense for the organization.

Do your homework – get all the facts then research what others have done. Example maybe out of the box functionality can be utilized instead of custom coding.

Examine pros and cons – think about every angle for what is trying to be obtained then go with the best course of action. Pros and cons maybe return on investment, buy vs. build, etc.

Align resources with objectives – list of what needs done then decide best resources and setup time frames for work to be completed.

 
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SharePoint Good Ideas

In SharePoint good ideas have to happen strategically – the following items will help the thought process around such ideas:
 

1)      Security – one of the most sought after elements in SharePoint is security so developing a plan around this – that utilizes active directory groups will be helpful.

2)      Credibility – ideas need to be concrete and make sense for ones environment and needs – be aware of this with your ideas.

3)      Create a foundation – a good idea can be started in SharePoint then built upon – this is the advantage of the environments toolset and capabilities.

4)      Dream it – then build it – ponder it – then accomplish it – via the SharePoint environment.

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Leadership and SharePoint Define Reality

The following are some aspects to consider in regard to leadership of SharePoint:

1)      Minimize risk – just about every action aspect of SharePoint has a risk – be aware and recognize these risks (example a solution deployment causes downtime).

2)      Have a target and a game plan – define specific dates and have a big thinking game plan for all your SharePoint projects.

3)      Always be ready for change – features, functionality, new versions, updates, etc. SharePoint is always evolving and has changes – sometimes which are significant so be ready.

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SharePoint Thinking via Asking Questions

The following are some good questions to think about and be aware of when working with end users:

1)      Why does the user want to utilize a certain way – when other technology is available?

2)      What is the root problem that is trying to be solved and how can SharePoint help?

3)      What are the underlying issues with a current process that SharePoint can help with?

4)      What is the most important aspect to tackle or make sure gets SharePoint value?

5)      What happens if not all the asks are completed – can the SharePoint aspects be done in phases or does SharePoint need to integrate with another technology for completion?

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SharePoint Creativity Killers

The following are standard creativity killers in regard to SharePoint that devalue its ecosystem:

1)      SharePoint administrators, developers, power users, users who don’t believe they are creative and are afraid to be different.

2)      Overall mantra of it’s never been done, can’t be done and it’s too much work.

3)       The mind frame of we don’t have the time or money to forge ahead with being cutting and leading edge.

4)      The thought that it’s not practical is sometimes not an option when trying to find creativity thought.

5)      The mindset that don’t be different and stay within the lines is good.

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SharePoint Creativity

The following are some items to consider in order to be creative with SharePoint:

1)      Add value to the organization – when being creativity it’s a matter of being able to see what everyone else has seen but no one else has done. This includes design and functionality when it comes to SharePoint.

2)      Compound – give time and focus to creativity - build upon items as needed. SharePoint is complex and has options which need time, focus and strategy.

3)      Draw people to ideas – users will admire intelligence and fun so combining the two and being an evangelist is key in getting users psyched about SharePoint.

4)      Learn more – part of a creative process is being able to always seeking new ideas so the learning the teachable aspects of creativity is un-sprung.

5)       Challenge the status quo – being creative and innovative go together well, especially with the way SharePoint works.

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SharePoint – Follow Your Dream

In regard to SharePoint, the following items are good to consider with following dreams:
 

Have lots of ideas – think of all the ways that SharePoint can help with business value and return on investment.

Explore options – always be on the lookout for new features and functionality that can help the task at hand.

Connect the un-connected – be aware of what others are doing in the environment – have communication amongst site owners as leveraging success in one area can be utilized across the board.

Don’t be afraid to fail – SharePoint has many aspects, features, functionality and way to do items – therefore it is hard to be a complete failure.

Celebrate creativity – go off the beaten path to unspring pure SharePoint creativity – be it design, folder structure, metadata structure, etc.

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