Access "A case for social computing in the enterprise"
This article is part of the October 2009 issue of Top five SharePoint challenges and solutions
Like it or not, social computing in the enterprise is here to stay. And, you should like it. Few technologies have the power to unleash otherwise hidden employee potential than SharePoint's blog, wiki and My Site features. Like many new technology-driven concepts, social computing can be a little confusing as a term. Definitions run the gamut, but many people will agree that social computing is both a process and supporting tool set that enable individuals within an enterprise to contribute their knowledge and insight about the business. Social computing makes business knowledge easily searchable and accessible to everyone in the enterprise at any time through a number of search avenues. More on SharePoint management Using SharePoint as a social network platform SharePoint usage reporting and the bottom line Using jQuery to extend SharePoint It really boils down to this: Employees know a lot of stuff. Social computing systems make it easy for everyone else to share and ultimately benefit from that knowledge. Companies that successfully integrate social ... Access >>>
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Five best SharePoint troubleshooting tips
by Shawn Shell, Contributor
Got some gripes with SharePoint? Learn what some of the biggest issues are and how to fix them
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A case for social computing in the enterprise
by Paul Galvin, Contributor
Step outside your comfort zone, and take advantage of SharePoint's blog, wiki and My Site features to unlock your users' potential.
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Five best SharePoint troubleshooting tips
by Shawn Shell, Contributor
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Managing external data access in SharePoint governance
by Brien M. Posey, Contributor
Permitting external access to SharePoint data allows employees to do their jobs, even when they are out of the office. However, be sure the methods you use to allow remote access to SharePoint comply with your governance plan.
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Managing external data access in SharePoint governance
by Brien M. Posey, Contributor
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