How to use SharePoint to Manage Regulatory Compliance

SharePoint can be a powerful tool for managing regulatory compliance, provided it is configured and used correctly. Imaginet works with many of our clients to help them ensure they are meeting their regulatory requirements as well as maintaining good data governance.  Regulatory compliance is really a subset of data governance, as regardless of regulations, you always want your data to be available to the correct audience with the correct level of access.    

The first step is to ensure you have a proper information architecture and site taxonomy with SharePoint. This will enable the following:  

  • Improved search: With a well-structured site taxonomy and information architecture, SharePoint’s search function can more accurately find relevant content, making it easier for users to find what they need quickly. 
  • Better collaboration: A well-designed site taxonomy and information architecture make it easier for users to collaborate and share content. It can also reduce the likelihood of duplicate content being created. 
  • Increased productivity: With a clear understanding of where content is located within SharePoint, users can work more efficiently and effectively, reducing the time spent searching for information. 
  • Better compliance: An organized site taxonomy and information architecture can help organizations ensure that their content is properly classified and managed, reducing the risk of compliance violations. 
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Once a baseline information architecture and site taxonomy is established, you can focus on implementing your specific compliance needs.  Imaginet uses the following steps with our clients to achieve compliance:  

  1. Understand the regulatory requirements: The first step in managing regulatory compliance is to understand the specific requirements of the regulations you are subject to. This may involve consulting with legal or regulatory experts to ensure that you have a complete understanding of the requirements. 
  1. Develop policies and procedures: Once we have a clear understanding of the regulatory requirements, we can develop policies and procedures that outline how your organization will comply with them. These policies and procedures should be documented and made easily accessible to all relevant stakeholders. 
  1. Create a compliance site: In SharePoint, we create a dedicated compliance site where you can store all relevant documents, policies, and procedures related to regulatory compliance. This site should be easily accessible to all stakeholders and should be regularly updated as regulations change. 
  1. Assign ownership and responsibilities: It is important to assign ownership and responsibilities for managing regulatory compliance within your organization. This may involve designating a compliance officer or team and ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are aware of their responsibilities. 
  1. Monitor and audit compliance: To ensure that your organization is complying with regulations, it is important to monitor regularly and audit compliance. SharePoint can be used to create workflows and alerts that remind stakeholders of upcoming compliance deadlines and requirements and to track compliance-related activities. 

By following these steps, you can use SharePoint to manage regulatory compliance in your organization, ensuring that you stay compliant with regulations and avoid costly penalties or fines. Harness the Full Power of SharePoint: Discover the Benefits of Imaginet’s Professional Consulting Services. Contact us to request a free consultation.

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Kyle Thorburn

Kyle Thorburn has been helping organizations implement Microsoft cloud solutions for the past 10 years. As Business Development Manager at Imaginet, he helps clients further adopt Office 365 and Azure across the enterprise.

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