Last Updated on January 5, 2024
Do you need an intranet for your organization? Do you need help in document and content management?
In that case, SharePoint is one of the best software you can use. However, if you want to make full use of it, hiring a developer is the best way forward.
In this article, I’ll explain why hiring the best SharePoint developers and experts is actually more advantageous in the long run.
Let’s get started.
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SharePoint’s popularity is rising — especially its content management features. For enterprises, it’s the go-to choice for intranet platforms.
Now, a SharePoint developer is someone who creates and manages SharePoint applications and websites.
In other words:
They are responsible for the look and functionality of SharePoint applications and must ensure that they meet the needs of the organization.
SharePoint developers must have a good understanding of both SharePoint and web development technologies, as well as the business needs of the organization they are working for.
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Going to the specifics, the responsibilities of a SharePoint developer include the following:
- Analyzing the business requirements of the clients and understanding their SharePoint development needs
- Designing custom solutions for SharePoint, which can be either web-based or apps
- Developing these solutions using .NET, ASP.NET, C#, JavaScript, XML, and other programming languages
- Deploying the solutions on SharePoint server farms
- Configuring and maintaining the SharePoint environment
- Testing the solutions for errors and bugs and ensuring their proper functioning
- Providing technical support to clients for using the developed solutions
- Regularly updating oneself with the latest SharePoint developments and trends
SharePoint is becoming a more popular platform among corporations due in part to the fact that SharePoint is versatile and can be used for a variety of purposes.
Additionally, businesses are realizing that they need highly qualified engineers to make sure their SharePoint implementation is successful.
Here are important reasons that come to mind:
Microsoft SharePoint can be used for a lot of things — like document management, content management, and team collaboration.
The versatility of the platform can sometimes confuse the non-developer, so it’s important to have someone who knows how to use SharePoint to its fullest potential.
For example:
- Advanced content management features will utilize functions related to email alerts and newsletters.
- Designing a flat hierarchy and data structure is also a little above the league of casual users and designers.
2. To create custom applications and solutions for the company.
Using SharePoint for regular uses can be learned quickly. In fact, a lot of my articles here on the blog can help with that.
Unfortunately, when it comes to building custom applications and solutions or adding critical features to a solution…
It can’t be done without an expert. If you force it, you may end up breaking the whole intranet or worse, permanently deleting important files from the system.
When it comes to custom stuff, hiring a developer is not only the most logical option, but it’s also the safest one for your intranet.
3. The best developers have the experience and skills to make your project a success.
The learning curve for SharePoint is pretty steep.
Even if you have a team of in-house developers, it would still be best to hire an expert or at least, consult with one before starting your project.
Looking at it from a different perspective, having a specialized SharePoint developer means you can adapt even to changing market conditions.
So no matter what comes your way, you have people who can create new customizations and apps to engage the change in the market.
4. Excellent returns on investment and cost savings for the company.
A lot of businesses are put off by the high costs associated with SharePoint development.
But if you think about it, the benefits and ROI of having a well-developed intranet far outweigh the costs.
In the long run, you will be saving a lot of money brought by the productivity and efficiency the platform brought to the company.
Depending on your views, cost savings and return on investment are the ultimate “teller” of whether or not the decision was worth it.
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