Enterprise search is more than just technology: it relies on users knowing what information they need and how to search for it. I discussed this in more detail in a previous blog post … [Read more...] about Google-like search in the enterprise – a good idea?
The Culture of Information Sharing
Recently, Barbara Chudak has published her great Intranet Content Publishing Guide on this blog. This post reminds me to talk about the importance and culture of information sharing. The most … [Read more...] about The Culture of Information Sharing
How To Sort Search Results by using XRANK and Query Rules?
Search relevance is something that everyone should understand but only a few pay enough attention to. In this blog post, my goal is to demonstrate the art of sorting search results without creating … [Read more...] about How To Sort Search Results by using XRANK and Query Rules?
The Process of SharePoint Search Configuration – Infographic
I am often asked about the steps of SharePoint Search Configuration. While every implementation is different, there are definitely some dependencies, and some steps have to be taken that others. As … [Read more...] about The Process of SharePoint Search Configuration – Infographic
How Can Search Transform Negative Emotions into Positive?
Not all searches are created equal. Many times, negative emotions drive people to use search: frustration because of a lost credit card; feeling under pressure because of an upcoming deadline; … [Read more...] about How Can Search Transform Negative Emotions into Positive?
My Thoughts about Modern Search Experiences in Office 365 – Microsoft Ignite Reflections
Since I am a search consultant, I was very happy to see that "Search" as a topic made it even to the main keynote of Microsoft Ignite. It was great seeing the enhancements added to "Modern Search" in … [Read more...] about My Thoughts about Modern Search Experiences in Office 365 – Microsoft Ignite Reflections
Jumpstart Search Online Course
“QUICK WIN” FEATURES VS. LONG TERM STRATEGY IN SEARCH – THE DEBATE
Five experts - One topic - One LIVE debate Many organizations want to have “quick win” in search: they want to “implement changes or enhancements that require minimal effort to drive business value … [Read more...] about “QUICK WIN” FEATURES VS. LONG TERM STRATEGY IN SEARCH – THE DEBATE
Optimizing your Content for Search and Discovery
Information Architecture (IA) is a commonly used term for the art and science of organizing and labeling content (documents, web sites, blog posts, emails, etc.) to support findability and … [Read more...] about Optimizing your Content for Search and Discovery
Think Search First – and have Good Metadata, Please!
My good friend, Matthew McDermott wrote a great blog post a few weeks ago with the title “Think Search First - Planning Your Next SharePoint Project”. In his great storytelling style, … [Read more...] about Think Search First – and have Good Metadata, Please!
