How to implement Document Management System in SharePoint using Content Types
I have written a number of posts already on how SharePoint is a perfect tool to store and manage documents. With today’s post, I would like to explain to you,…
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Search for documents in a document library using Metadata Navigation
I do a lot of live demo examples during my SharePoint Webinars and Training sessions. One of my favorite examples that I always show to my attendees is depicted in…
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SharePoint Document Types
Are you trying to organize your documents in SharePoint and scratching your head as to how to name your docs? Perhaps you have different types of documents, like meeting notes,…
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Introduction to SharePoint Content Types
If you already spent some time reading my previous articles on SharePoint Metadata and SharePoint Document Management, you probably ran into the phrase called SharePoint Content Types. It is somewhat ambiguous and somewhat…
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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 MoreDocument Management in SharePoint without folders – Introduction to SharePoint Metadata (Step-by-Step Instructions)
It’s finally here! After numerous late nights, countless cups of espresso and lots of rework due to my perfectionism, it is my pleasure to release to you a 60-slide deck with…
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…
Read MoreTop 5 Best Practices for Document Management in SharePoint
I get lots of emails and questions on social media regarding SharePoint document management best practices. When it comes to organizing documents – there are definitely lots of options that…
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About Me
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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