Benefits for IT Professionals
Built on the Windows Server 2003 platform, Windows SharePoint Services makes it easy for IT professionals to implement a dependable, scalable collaboration infrastructure, using straightforward administrative tools and services. IT administrators will benefit from the following:
- Reliable and Scalable Platform
Whether deployed on a single server supporting a small organization or in a large enterprise with tens of thousands of sites and thousands of users, Windows SharePoint Services provides a cost-effective, scalable collaboration and information sharing solution, without compromising system reliability, security, or performance. - Reduced Complexity and Cost
The rich, built-in functionality and ease of use of Windows SharePoint Services gives IT administrators the means by which to decrease the cost and complexity associated with site provisioning, site management and support, operations, and backup and restore. Moreover, because Windows SharePoint Services is so easy to extend as an organization grows, as well as easy to integrate with a variety of applications and systems, it is possible to build a collaboration environment with minimal administrative time and effort. - Advanced Security and Administrative Control
Windows SharePoint Services is fully integrated with Windows Server 2003, enabling administrators to benefit from the rich functionality offered by such services as Active Directory, Live Communications Server, and MSN Connect. Centralized administration, effective data life-cycle management, and improved network and site performance are just some of the benefits administrators will enjoy.
Benefits for Users
Windows SharePoint Services provides the following advantages to the individuals and teams who use it:
- Better Discoverability
Finding and accessing information across a distributed workplace is a major challenge for which Windows SharePoint Services offers an effective solution. By providing users with a single Web-based team environment and built-in search capabilities, Windows SharePoint Services helps users to find information more effectively than with traditional file shares. - Better Communication
With the built-in alert capabilities of Windows SharePoint Services, users can be notified when changes are made to shared information. Microsoft Office Live Communication Server provides users with the means to communicate instantly, whether by video or audio, and Microsoft Office Live meeting enables users to communicate and collaborate with anyone. - Better Team Processes
The process of document creation and review is made simpler and more effective with built-in document versioning plus check-in and check-out capabilities. Additionally, using Windows Rights Management Services, authors can determine how their documents are distributed and used by others. - Better User Experience
By integrating Web-based team collaboration services into everyday tools such as Microsoft Office, users can quickly and effectively adopt new collaboration tools and services. And by providing Web-browser access, Windows SharePoint Services makes it easy for users to access team information through a single site on demand.