What can SharePoint do?
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Organizations use Microsoft SharePoint to create websites. You can use it as a secure place to store, organize, share, and access information from any device
A lot of the time it's primary uses are:
Document repository for divisions & work groups
easy to gain access as documents are stored in the cloud v. network folder which requires firewall access
Communication platform/Shared Resources
teams like to keep information in a centralized place and keeps teams on the same page
SharePoint allows for limited access of files, folders, and site - allows sensitive information to be secure while permited collaborators can edit records
Using SharePoint Lists to track
SharePoint lists are powerful tools, they can be better than spreadsheets because the list is backed up and stored and can function like a database. Data entry can be done from a form and permissions can be locked down.
External Sharing
Work groups and programs work with regional partners, contractors and need a space to share collaborative documents. SharePoint also allows for external sharing with other folks from different entities. Submit a DTS Request to learn more.
The level of effort for custom projects like this are: ⏳ to ⏳⏳
1 to 2 hourglass(es): the configuration task for this is small to medium. A user can request assistance from the DTS team if they've never used SharePoint before. Once a user is familiar with the software they can create/manage pages/sites on their own.
See examples of MS SharePoint in use
ATD Locations page - Informational page
Data and Technology Services SharePoint
Right of Way SharePoint - Resource page, lots of links
Transportation Development Services SharePoint - Document Library
Public Information Office SharePoint - Communication space