DocRead for Office 365

DocRead for Office 365 DocRead has helped hundreds of customers maintain compliance records for over 12 years and our new product for Office 365 / SharePoint Online is nearly ready. This video gives an overview of some of the features of DocRead 365. If you you would like to know more, please use the link […]

Benefits and challenges of a collaborative approach to compliance

The benefits and challenges of a collaborative approach to complianceCollaboration is a key aspect of any successful business, and it is no different in the realm of compliance. A collaborative approach to compliance can bring numerous benefits to an organization. However, it also poses certain challenges that must be addressed.The benefits of a collaborative approach […]

Why your SOP’s may be ignored

Why your SOP’s may be ignoredStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are essential for any organization looking to maintain consistency, reduce errors, and improve efficiency. Despite their importance, however, SOPs may not always be followed. This can be due to a variety of factors, such as lack of clarity, resistance to change, or simply forgetfulness. In this […]

Common problems organizations have with SOP’s

Common problems organizations have with SOP’s (and their solutions)Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are essential for any organization that wants to achieve consistency and efficiency in its operations. SOPs are documents that outline the steps required to complete a task or process. They also serve as a reference for employees to ensure that they follow the […]

The importance of versioning in policies

The Importance of Versioning with PoliciesWhat is policy versioning?Policy versioning is the practice of assigning a unique version number to each iteration of a policy or procedure. This helps to keep track of changes and updates made to the policy over time. It also helps ensure that policies are up-to-date and compliant with the latest […]

A list of essential policies for your organization

A list of essential policies for your organizationA policy is a formal rule, requirement or guideline that explains the company standards that must be followed. Company policies should always be consistent with strategic goals and uphold corporate values. They are often set at the highest levels within the organization to ensure corporate ideals are followed.Ensuring […]

Using a basic SharePoint workflow to approve a policy change

Using a basic SharePoint workflow to approve a policy changeSharePoint approval workflows can be used for a variety of different purposes. In this post I’m going to show how a SharePoint Policy Approval workflow can be used when a document / policy or procedure is changed.What is SharePoint workflow?Workflows help encourage collaboration on items, documents […]

Policies and Procedures management in SharePoint – 6 ways we are going to help

Policies and Procedures management in SharePoint – 6 ways we are going to helpOver the last 2 years – whilst helping customers benefit from DocRead for SharePoint – we have discussed the management of policies and procedures (within SharePoint) on several occasions. We have found that some organizations are really struggling to understand how SharePoint can help them […]

How to make sure your team read and sign documents without using paper.

How to make sure your team read and sign documents without using paper.The notion of a paperless office has been around for years. Yet, even in the era of collaborative technologies (such as SharePoint), mobile devices and information overload, we still don’t seem able to stop signing paper.The process of reading and signing our important […]

Differences between Processes, Procedures and Policies

Differences between Process, Procedures and PoliciesProcesses, procedures and policies are the guidelines that a company follows to make sure they are operating in a way that is both effective and safe. Every business needs them, however, sometimes it can be confusing as to where one starts and another ends. Often businesses muddle up their use […]