SharePoint vs Microsoft Teams

Microsoft's corporate Swiss Army knife: it does everything, but you'll need a manual for each blade meets the digital swiss army knife for work, if that knife was also a bit clunky and occasionally lost your files. Here's our take.

SharePoint

Nice Pick

Microsoft's corporate Swiss Army knife: it does everything, but you'll need a manual for each blade.

Pros

• Seamless integration with Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Robust document management with version control and permissions
• Customizable workflows and automation for business processes
• Built-in intranet capabilities for team collaboration

Cons

• Complex setup and administration can be overwhelming for non-IT staff
• Performance can lag with heavy customization or large datasets

Microsoft Teams

The digital Swiss Army knife for work, if that knife was also a bit clunky and occasionally lost your files.

Pros

• Deep integration with Microsoft 365 apps like Outlook and SharePoint
• Robust video conferencing with features like breakout rooms and live captions
• Centralized hub for chat, files, and project management in one place

Cons

• Can be resource-heavy and slow, especially on older hardware
• File organization can get messy with multiple channels and versions

The Verdict

Use SharePoint if: You want seamless integration with microsoft 365 (teams, outlook, etc.) and can live with complex setup and administration can be overwhelming for non-it staff.

Use Microsoft Teams if: You prioritize deep integration with microsoft 365 apps like outlook and sharepoint over what SharePoint offers.

The Bottom Line

SharePoint wins

Microsoft's corporate Swiss Army knife: it does everything, but you'll need a manual for each blade.