When migrating content from an old version of SharePoint to a new one; or from SharePoint on-prem to Office 365; or from a file share to SharePoint / OneDrive / Office 365 - one of the most critical … [Read more...] about “Search First” content migration
Enterprise Search
I cannot find the document I am searching for! – What to do?
Today, in the age of "modern", "personalized" and "intelligent" search applications, sometimes it's still hard to find the content what we're searching for. "I cannot find the document I am searching … [Read more...] about I cannot find the document I am searching for! – What to do?
Google-like search in the enterprise – a good idea?
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?
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?
Jumpstart Search Online Course
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!
SharePoint Search Query Rules: Promoting Results (“Best Bets”)
In many cases, customers complain about "Sharepoint Search doesn't work". While it is a generic objection, and there are many things to evaluate, one of the recommendations I can give is to consider … [Read more...] about SharePoint Search Query Rules: Promoting Results (“Best Bets”)
Webinar: “Quick Fix” Features vs. Enterprise Search Strategy
Many organizations want to have “quick win” in search: they want to implement changes or enhancements that require minimal effort to drive business value associated with Search in the short term. - On … [Read more...] about Webinar: “Quick Fix” Features vs. Enterprise Search Strategy
