Folder vs. Library in SharePoint
I have written a number of posts in previous years explaining the difference between common SharePoint entities like sites and site collections, sites and pages. Understanding those concepts above takes…
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Document sets – the hidden gem of SharePoint
The classic joke in SharePoint is that the debate over folder vs. metadata never ends and will probably never end. Some users prefer metadata, while others are stuck with good-old…
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SharePoint Folders vs. Metadata
Folders vs. Metadata is an endless debate in SharePoint world. I published a number of articles on the topic myself. Here are the links to some of them: 12 reasons…
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4 ways to configure SharePoint Document Library and organize documents
In this blog post, my goal is to explain the four available options when it comes to configuring SharePoint Document Library. Each of the four methods below is unique and…
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5 Ways to Manage Documents in SharePoint and Office 365
Ever wondered what are the available options for Document Management in SharePoint and Office 365? This slide deck provides you with an overview of all the different methods available and…
Read More12 reasons folders in SharePoint are a bad idea
I got an overwhelming response to my “Stay away from folders in SharePoint” article. While I am still working on the follow-up post on how to go completely “folder-less” using…
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Stay away from folders in SharePoint!
I led and participated in several SharePoint implementations over the recent years and the number one organizational need I see is document management (file storage, sharing). I believe SharePoint is…
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I’m Greg Zelfond, a U.S. based SharePoint consultant, and I provide affordable out-of-the-box SharePoint consulting, training, and configuration assistance to small and medium-sized businesses all over the world.
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