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Why Office SharePoint Server 2007?

In any organization, there’s no shortage of data. The issue is finding the data when you need it.

Many workers spend several hours each day trying to find information they need to do their jobs. Some give up and re-do work that has already been done. Others stumble across old information and think it’s current.

The result is wasted resources and bad data, which can lead to poor business decisions.

That’s where Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 can help. SharePoint Server 2007 helps employees find and share useful, relevant information, which can help them to make better business decisions. It can also help them manage their workflow, increasing productivity.

Instead of searching their stuffed e-mail inboxes for the latest versions of a file, they can go to one central location to find the right file. The latest version is always readily available. They can also collaborate on a document without losing track of which version is the most recent using versioning.

Instead of sending out e-mails to everyone, they can update everyone on their project though blogs, wikis, or their own personal MySite. Electronic forms presented through SharePoint Server 2007 can dramatically cut paperwork.

Instead of wondering how they’re doing, employees can view key performance indicators on their own personal page. If they need to find an expert on a particular topic, they can search the company’s resources using the built-in search featuare.

And they can do this easily with a robust package that has a consistent interface and works well with the Microsoft Office productivity software they’ve used for years.

Strong productivity gains and better business decisions all lead to an incredible return on investment. That’s why a growing number of businesses are wondering how they ever got by without Office SharePoint Server 2007.

     

Resource Links

When you’re ready to buy, this resource explains purchase and licensing options.
It’s easy to upgrade to Office SharePoint Server from earlier versions. Here’s what’s new since Office SharePoint Server 2003.
If you’re new to Office SharePoint Server, this is a good place to start. It explains capabilities and the high-level differences between the editions.
Once you’re using Office SharePoint Server, you will find an infinite number of ways to use it. For now, here are the top 10 benefits, a good starting point for discussions about the software.
Which edition of Office SharePoint Server is right for you? See a comprehensive list of features included in each edition, including differences between Office SharePoint Server and Windows SharePoint Services.
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