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Unlock Efficiency with Microsoft’s Contract Management Solutions
Contracts are the backbone of business operations, whether you're a small startup or a global corporation. Efficient contract management is key to success, but it often involves lengthy approval processes. However, the utilization of Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software can significantly reduce approval times. So [...]
Automatically Duplicate SharePoint Pages Across Various Sites with Power Automate
There is no denying the importance of user experience and design for any site, and this rings true for SharePoint pages. But creating new templates or replicating existing SharePoint sites and content can become a considerable burden for organizations, leading to a lot of wasted [...]
Stop Wasting Time Searching | Automatically Save Emails to OneDrive with Power Automate
During this season of sunshine and warm weather, the last thing you want to be doing during your workday is searching through your inbox for that one email your boss sent you 3 weeks ago. Eliminate that struggle completely with Power Automate, automatically save email [...]
Leverage Power Virtual Agents to Automate Service and Save Time
Summer should be all about relaxing, spending some quality time with friends, and reconnecting with family, but striking a balance between organizational duties and summer fun is like walking a tightrope. Thanks to the advent of chatbots, you can have your cake and eat it [...]
Streamlining Document Approvals in SharePoint with Power Automate’s Dynamic Parallel Workflow
As the summer sun shines bright, so do endless opportunities to enhance your team's productivity and streamline processes. When it comes to managing document approvals in SharePoint, Power Automate's “start dynamic parallel approvals for documents in SharePoint” workflow is the perfect solution to keep your [...]
Say Goodbye to Sending Tedious Email Reminders | Build a Scheduled Cloud Flow with Power Automate
Hey there, fellow sunshine enthusiasts! Ready to soak up the sun while effortlessly managing your work? Say hello to the Power Platform and bid farewell to those tedious mundane tasks! Let's dive into how you can automate reminder emails by building a scheduled cloud flow, [...]
Summer Bliss | Streamlining Leave Request Approvals with Power Automate!
We're approaching the pinnacle of summer, and every employee is more than eager to take some time off for thrilling summer adventures, cherishing precious moments with family, and indulging in a concerning amount of sunbathing. And that's why it's crucial to use Power Automate's "request [...]
Power Platform in Action | Real-World Examples and Practical Solutions
In today's fast-paced and technology-driven world, businesses are always on the lookout for that special something, that secret weapon to stay ahead of the competition and slay dragons. Enter Microsoft Power Platform—a game-changing tool that empowers organizations to accomplish more with less. With its remarkable [...]
Power Up Your Presentations | The Lazy Way to Compelling Data Storytelling
When we hear about "lazy ways" of doing things, we often associate them with inefficiencies and shortcuts. But what if there's a lazy way that actually leads to a more productive workplace and improved business outcomes? Today, we'll explore the Power BI add-in for PowerPoint—a [...]
Eat Your Frog | The Secret to Your Most Productive Self
A frog a day keeps the stress away! Frog for breakfast might not sound ideal, but it's a must. And it's not because there's a bacon shortage but because we want you to have the most productive summer yet. But what is a [...]
Viva and Glint | The Key to Transforming Employee Experience
Microsoft's Work Index Report tells us that 41% of employees are considering leaving their current employer, making the need for a positive work environment that supports the holistic needs of employees more crucial than ever. So, it's not surprising that Microsoft has been working hard [...]
From SharePoint 2013 Workflows to Power Automate | Start Migration Before It’s Too Late!
In today's digital age, modern business processes are crucial for boosting organizational productivity. Microsoft has been at the forefront of workflow orchestration, starting with SharePoint 2013 workflows and now expanding it to encompass all productivity services used in Microsoft 365 and beyond with Microsoft Power [...]
Microsoft Build 2023 Recap | Advancing Towards AI Maturity
Microsoft Build brings together software engineers and web developers worldwide who work with Windows, Microsoft Azure, and other Microsoft technologies. With AI dominating the conversation in the technology space, Microsoft Build 2023 served as a vital platform for developers to explore the latest advancements, tools, [...]
A New Era for SharePoint | Copilot Navigates Its Way into SharePoint
Microsoft has long incorporated AI into numerous software products, making it an integral part of its offerings. However, AI's true power and capabilities are only now becoming apparent. In a recent announcement, Microsoft revealed the integration of Copilot in SharePoint, promising a more user-friendly experience [...]
How to Bring Return on Participation (ROP) to Your Virtual Meetings
As we continue to shift to remote or hybrid work environments, virtual meetings are quickly filling up our schedules. In fact, according to Microsoft’s 2022 Work Trend Index, weekly meeting time has more than doubled — a 252 percent increase — for Teams users since [...]
Harness the Power of Viva Sales | Maximizing Your Sales Potential
Sellers are under a lot of stress. Finding and qualifying leads for your business to convert into closed deals carries a lot of pressure, right? Not to mention, time-consuming. What’s more, according to research conducted by Microsoft, 66% of a seller’s day is spent managing [...]
How to Use Power Platform to Create a Data Culture?
Making data-driven decisions can be the differentiator between success and failure. We're constantly generating data in our never-ending interactions with technology and access to meaningful data, and the appropriate analytical tools are crucial to success. As leaders, we must provide our team with the most [...]
Microsoft 365 Copilot | Your Favorite AI Assistant
We recently broke down the integration of ChatGPT into Microsoft ecosystem and how AI (Artificial Intelligence) will transform the workplace. Yet, it seems we're only in the adoption stage of this technology. With new innovations and announcements daily, our fascination and excitement know no bounds. In Microsoft's [...]
Deciding Between Out-of-the-Box (OOTB), Custom, or Third-Party Solutions in Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 offers an impressive stack of tools, and here at Creospark, we have an out-of-the-box (OOTB) first approach. There are many reasons why we believe you should almost always attempt to use the OOTB tools available to you before taking the custom route. However, sometimes [...]
Microsoft and ChatGPT | AI Accelerates Productivity in the Workplace
The age of artificial intelligence (AI) is upon us. The technology that once seemed the stuff of Hollywood movies is making its way into reality. While none of us truly know the effect AI will have on society, we're already experiencing its direct impact on [...]
