Automation is transforming the way organisations manage information, particularly within complex environments like Microsoft 365. During the recent webinar “Beyond Provisioning: Navigating Information Management Challenges,” Peter Baddeley, Director of Sales and Delivery at ProvisionPoint, demonstrated how automation can streamline information architecture and governance processes, providing a seamless solution to many of the challenges faced by modern organisations.
The Power of Automation in Information Management
ProvisionPoint is at the forefront of automating governance within Microsoft 365. Peter Baddeley’s presentation highlighted how automation can simplify the complexities of information management, especially in large and dynamic environments. By automating tasks such as content labelling, site provisioning, and lifecycle management, ProvisionPoint helps organisations enforce consistency and compliance across all new and existing workspaces.
Automating Information Architecture for Consistency
One of the key advantages of ProvisionPoint is its ability to automate information architecture within SharePoint. Baddeley showcased how predefined document library structures, content types, and automated content labelling can be implemented seamlessly, ensuring that all information is categorised and managed according to governance policies from the outset. This automation not only reduces the manual workload for IT teams but also ensures that all data adheres to the organisation’s information governance framework.
Managing Lifecycle Policies Automatically
Another critical feature of ProvisionPoint is its ability to automate lifecycle policies. Baddeley discussed how this tool can manage content expiry, retention, and disposal at the workspace level, such as within SharePoint sites and Teams. By automating these processes, organisations can maintain the relevance and compliance of their data, ensuring that outdated or redundant information is systematically archived or deleted according to predefined policies.
Mitigating Risks Through Automation
ProvisionPoint also plays a crucial role in risk mitigation. During the live demonstration, Baddeley highlighted how the tool can identify risks such as orphaned sites, inactive users, and non-compliant external sharing. By proactively monitoring these potential risks and automating the necessary corrective actions, ProvisionPoint ensures that organisations can maintain a high level of governance across their Microsoft 365 environments.
The Collaborative Expertise of In-Form Consult and ProvisionPoint
The collaboration between In-Form Consult and ProvisionPoint provides organisations with a comprehensive solution to their information management challenges. In-Form Consult’s deep expertise in information governance, combined with ProvisionPoint’s advanced automation capabilities, offers a powerful toolkit for organisations looking to streamline their information management practices within Microsoft 365.
Collaborative Expertise of In-Form Consult and ProvisionPoint
The collaboration between In-Form Consult and ProvisionPoint provides organisations with a comprehensive solution to their information management challenges. In-Form Consult’s deep expertise in information governance, combined with ProvisionPoint’s advanced automation capabilities, offers a powerful toolkit for organisations looking to streamline their information management practices within Microsoft 365.
Conclusion
Automation is revolutionising information management, and tools like ProvisionPoint are leading the charge in making governance processes more efficient and consistent. As demonstrated by Peter Baddeley during the webinar, automating tasks such as site provisioning, content labelling, and lifecycle management not only reduces manual workload but also ensures that governance policies are applied consistently across all workspaces.
By leveraging the combined expertise of In-Form Consult and ProvisionPoint, organisations can achieve seamless and secure information management, enhancing their compliance and operational efficiency within Microsoft 365. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, automation will undoubtedly play an increasingly vital role in helping organisations navigate the complexities of information management.
Partner with In-Form Consult and ProvisionPoint to build a future-proof framework tailored to your organisation’s needs. Our experts are here to guide you every step of the way, from designing a strong information architecture to ensuring compliance with metadata and lifecycle management policies.
Contact our sales team at info@inform-consult.com to learn more about how we can help you achieve excellence in information governance.
