SharePoint Intranet Strategy 2026: From Info Platform to Digital Workplace

CNEXT Blog – SharePoint

How to turn your SharePoint intranet into a central digital workplace: With Viva Connections, personalized dashboards, and AI-powered content distribution.

The classic intranet as a pure information platform is dead. In 2026, employees expect a personalized digital workplace that proactively delivers relevant information. SharePoint combined with Viva Connections makes exactly this possible. The Evolution of the Intranet | Generation | Period | Focus | |-----------|--------|-------| | 1.0 | 2000–2010 | Static information pages | | 2.0 | 2010–2018 | Social intranet with interaction | | 3.0 | 2018–2024 | Hub-based, mobile intranet | | 4.0 | 2024+ | AI-powered digital workplace | The 4 Pillars of a Modern SharePoint Intranet 1. Hub Site Architectur…