Product Description
The Universal model for SharePoint outlines four topologies that describe best-practice approaches:
- Asteroids: A loosely connected set of SharePoint sites, accessed via a single homepage. Most commonly seen in early-stage intranets, or where there is ‘light touch’ governance.
- Solar System: A single set of highly structured SharePoint sites connected to a central hub site with a consistent user experience. The most common shape for corporate intranets.
- Galaxy: A sophisticated SharePoint environment to be designed to meet both global and local needs at scale. Consists of a layered collection of hubs and sites with a central home site.
- Universe: A multifaceted SharePoint environment composed of multiple coexisting architectures — satellites, solar systems, galaxies — each shaped by the needs of its local entity.
For each topology, a SharePoint architecture is outlined, along with its advantages and disadvantages. Recommendations are provided on how to shape a successful outcome.
The Universal model for SharePoint can be used to:
- map and understand your current landscape
- identify your target topology or lock in your current one
- align stakeholders around a common understanding
- establish a suitable SharePoint architecture
- design an employee experience that works
- shape effective governance practices
Download this free report to explore a new way of thinking about SharePoint Online.