Build a policy lifecycle solution with SharePoint and Microsoft 365 – Part 3

Build a policy lifecycle solution with SharePoint and Microsoft 365 – Part 3 How to create a policy lifecycle solution with SharePoint and Microsoft 365 – seriesResearch and createCollaborate and approveTarget acknowledge and track (this post)Stage 3: Target, Acknowledge and Track You may now publish the new (or modified) policy to the organization and track […]

Building Ownership and Accountability

Policies and Procedures – Building Ownership and Accountability Strategies for Encouraging Employees to Take Ownership of Policies and ProceduresEncouraging employees to take ownership of policies and procedures is crucial for fostering a sense of responsibility and accountability within an organization. When employees feel a personal connection to the policies and procedures, they are more likely […]

Benefits and challenges of Knowledge Management

Benefits and challenges of knowledge managementThis post will explore the benefits and challenges of knowledge management as well considering some systems that organizations can use to facilitate knowledge management.BenefitsKnowledge management is a critical aspect of organizational success. When implemented effectively, it can provide numerous benefits. One of the key benefits is that it can lead to […]

Compliance Training and Tracking

Compliance Training and TrackingCompliance training is a necessary part of any organization. The training ensures employees are aware of the rules and regulations they need to follow in their work. It may not be something everyone enjoys doing, however, it’s importance can’t be understated!Organizations simply cannot be effective without a certain level of compliance. Non-compliance […]

10 reasons to use SharePoint for policy management

10 reasons to use SharePoint for policy management Policy management and compliance is something every company has to deal with at some point. Even the smallest of organisations have policies and procedures that they need employees to read, acknowledge and subsequently sign up to. Many organisations are already using Microsoft SharePoint as a document management system […]

Cybersecurity best practices : Incident reporting

Cybersecurity best practices : Incident reportingThe security of systems and data is of utmost importance. Every employee needs to be vigilant and proactive in identifying and reporting any suspicious activity or potential security incidents. By promptly reporting such incidents to the appropriate IT personnel or dedicated security team, potential damage can be mitigated and 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 […]

Best Practices for Policy Change Management in SharePoint

Best Practices for Policy Change Management in SharePoint Effective policy change management is crucial for any organization, ensuring that everyone is on the same page with the latest guidelines, regulations, and procedures. SharePoint offers a robust framework for handling these documents, but without a proper strategy for versioning, things can quickly become confusing and unmanageable. […]

5 Reasons to use SharePoint for Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Management

5 Reasons to use SharePoint for Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) ManagementIt is fair to say that with the highly regulated world we live in, for many industries, a good Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) management system and approach is the key to achieving regulatory compliance.When people are looking to implement or improve their SOP management system, […]

17 HR Policies every organization should have

17 HR Policies every organization should haveGetting your HR processes and employment policies right is essential. After all, most organizations need people to perform services or create products. Ensuring the right people with the right skills (or enthusiasm to learn new ones) are chosen is key to success. This post written by Virginia Ripley, HR Practitioner, […]