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Overview

Synthesised from 8 reviews | Last Published April 23, 2026

This product assessment is based on a synthesis of 8 recent reviews analyzing Microsoft SharePoint across multiple dimensions, including overall satisfaction and return on investment. SharePoint is primarily used for document storage and sharing, a function cited by 6 of 8 reviewers. It also serves as a collaboration tool and intranet platform, mentioned by half the reviewers. SharePoint's inclusion within Microsoft 365 is a significant value driver, noted by half the reviewers, streamlining document organization and potentially reducing the need for dedicated resources. Improved efficiency through real-time data and a single source of truth were highlighted by 3 of 8 reviewers, reducing errors and redundant efforts. However, usability concerns persist, with 2 of 8 reviewers citing a lack of intuitiveness and confusing overlap with Microsoft Teams. Some users also find information discoverability challenging and struggle to quantify SharePoint's ROI compared to alternatives.

Pros

  • Efficient document management and version control
  • Facilitates collaboration across teams and locations
  • Streamlines workflows with real-time data access
  • Cost-effective as part of Microsoft 365 subscription
  • Serves as a centralized intranet platform

Cons

  • Usability can be challenging, with a lack of intuitiveness
  • Information discoverability can be problematic
  • ROI can be difficult to quantify precisely
  • Potential overlap and confusion with Microsoft Teams
  • Requires training and setup
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Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas ExtractionOil & Energy1

SharePoint is not the be all, end all but it is definitely a GREAT application

Rating: 10 out of 10

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

It is being used by our entire organization. It is solving multiple business problems as we have many manual paper processes throughout the company. Additionally, our users complain that file shares are a mess. It is hard to find content. Sometimes, when they do find the content they are looking for, there are multiple copies of the same file and they are not sure what file to use. There is a lot of duplication of content across all departments.

Pros

  • The ability to control documents and the collaboration process. Capturing version history is a big deal for our organization.
  • The ability to share documents without sending attachments through emails. We have a major problem with mail storage. Moving to SharePoint has helped us alleviate this as instead of sending documents through email, users are sending a link to the document.

Cons

  • Anything missing can really be accomplished by developing your own solutions or purchasing an add-on product. SharePoint is just a platform for you to build it as you see fit to meet business needs.

Likelihood to Recommend

SharePoint can become an unmanageable beast VERY quickly. Every organization implementing SharePoint should take the time to write a Governance Plan that is appropriate for the application of SharePoint within the organization. There are a lot of resources on the internet that help with this. However, don't just copy a governance plan off the internet, change some names and call it a day. It should be custom to your organization and the vision and plan for the use of SharePoint. This Governance Plan should include what SharePoint will and will not be used for, how it will be used, and it should be reviewed and updated frequently. Also, it should not just be a written plan that is never read by end users. Governance should be engrained into training.

Always remember - no matter what anyone tells you, SharePoint is not the be all, end all. Requirements should be gathered BEFORE making the decision to move to SharePoint and/or build a solution on SharePoint.
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Project Manager in Corporate (Oil & Energy company, 1001-5000 employees)
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8 years of experience