SharePoint, Microsoft’s content management and collaboration platform, is reportedly reaching its peak, with a decline in new implementations and an increase in migrations away from the system. Despite its broad functionality and integration with other Microsoft products, SharePoint’s complexity and high cost are driving customers to seek alternatives. The platform’s multi-faceted nature, which includes document and records management, web content management, and social-collaboration services, often leads to underutilisation of its features. Additionally, SharePoint’s high total cost of ownership, including licensing, implementation, and ongoing maintenance costs, is another deterrent for many organisations.
The rise of the cloud and Software as a Service (SaaS) is also influencing the shift away from SharePoint. Many enterprises are opting for more straightforward, cloud-based solutions that offer a lower cost of ownership and greater flexibility. While Microsoft has made efforts to adapt SharePoint for the cloud with SharePoint Online, many customers find this version less powerful and less flexible than the on-premises version.
In conclusion, while SharePoint continues to be a robust platform for large enterprises with complex needs, its high cost and complexity are leading many organisations to seek simpler, more cost-effective alternatives.
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