Is your intranet feeling more like a digital graveyard than a vibrant workspace? Are your employees logging in but not engaging with the content? If you’re facing these challenges, you’re not alone. Many organizations struggle to turn their intranet into a platform that drives collaboration and fosters a sense of community. Here’s how to transform your intranet from a forgotten corner of the internet into a dynamic hub that energizes your workforce.
The Importance of an Engaging Intranet
An engaging intranet plays a pivotal role in employee productivity and satisfaction. When utilized effectively, it can:
- Improve Communication: Foster open channels for team discussions, feedback, and information sharing.
- Enhance Collaboration: Enable teams to work together seamlessly, regardless of their physical location.
- Boost Morale: Create a sense of community and belonging among employees, making them feel valued and connected.
Ways to Encourage Intranet Usage
To ensure your employees are actively engaging with your intranet, consider the following strategies:
- Tailored Applications: Rocketta.de creates a variety of applications tailored to specific needs. For example, during the recent Thyssenkrupp boat-building competition, our custom app allowed over 1,000 users to participate, upload photos of their creations, and vote for their favorites. This interactive experience fostered a sense of community and excitement among employees.
- Gamification: Introduce elements of gamification to encourage participation. For instance, the Euro 2024 betting app developed by Rocketta allowed users to place bets, change their predictions until the match started, and compete for points. With over 300 downloads in just one month, the app kept employees engaged and motivated to participate.
- Dynamic Content: Regularly update the content on your intranet to keep it fresh and relevant. Use multimedia formats like videos, infographics, and podcasts to engage different learning styles and preferences.
- Training Programs: Invest in training programs such as Rockademy, which offers comprehensive training on SharePoint and Microsoft 365. With courses ranging from basic to advanced levels, employees can gain practical knowledge tailored to their roles, enhancing their confidence in using the intranet effectively.
- Feedback Mechanisms: Encourage employees to provide feedback on the intranet’s functionality and content. Create channels for suggestions and implement changes based on user input to demonstrate that you value their opinions.
Rockademy: Empowering Your Workforce
At Rocketta, we believe that continuous learning is key to keeping your employees engaged and productive. Rockademy offers tailored training paths covering all key aspects of SharePoint and Microsoft 365. Our experienced consultants deliver practical, hands-on training, ensuring that your team can maximize the potential of your intranet.
Our Course Offerings Include:
- SharePoint 2019 for Users – Basics
- SharePoint 2019 for Users – Advanced
- SharePoint 2019 for Administrators
- Microsoft 365 for Users
- Microsoft Teams for Users
- SharePoint Online for Users
- Additional custom courses available upon request
By equipping your employees with the right tools and knowledge, you can transform your intranet from a static platform into an engaging digital workplace.
Why Your Organization Should Care
For large corporations, investing in a well-structured intranet is not just a nice-to-have — it’s a strategic imperative. By enhancing your intranet, you demonstrate to your teams that you value their contributions and are committed to their success. A thriving intranet leads to improved communication, increased collaboration, and a culture of engagement, all of which can significantly boost your organization’s overall performance.
Is your intranet currently a ghost town? Let Rocketta.de help you breathe new life into it with innovative apps and training solutions that turn passive users into active participants. Contact us today to learn how we can support your journey toward a more engaged workforce!
