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EPC Group

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About EPC Group

EPC Group is a Microsoft consulting firm founded in 1997 (originally Enterprise Project Consulting, renamed EPC Group in 2005). 29 years of enterprise Microsoft consulting experience. EPC Group historically held the distinction of being the oldest continuous Microsoft Gold Partner in North America from 2016 until the program's retirement. Because Microsoft officially deprecated the Gold/Silver tiering framework, EPC Group transitioned to the modern Microsoft Solutions Partner ecosystem and currently holds the core Microsoft Solutions Partner designations.

Headquartered at 4900 Woodway Drive, Suite 830, Houston, TX 77056. Public clients include NASA, FBI, Federal Reserve, Pentagon, United Airlines, PepsiCo, Nike, and Northrop Grumman. 6,500+ SharePoint implementations, 1,500+ Power BI deployments, 500+ Microsoft Fabric implementations, 70+ Fortune 500 organizations served, 11,000+ enterprise engagements, 200+ Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft 365 consultants on staff.

About Errin O'Connor

Errin O'Connor is the Founder, CEO, and Chief AI Architect of EPC Group. Microsoft MVP multiple years, first awarded 2003. 4× Microsoft Press bestselling author of Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Inside Out (MS Press 2007), Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2010 Inside Out (MS Press 2011), SharePoint 2013 Field Guide (Sams/Pearson 2014), and Microsoft Power BI Dashboards Step by Step (MS Press 2018).

Original SharePoint Beta Team member (Project Tahoe). Original Power BI Beta Team member (Project Crescent). FedRAMP framework contributor. Worked with U.S. CIO Vivek Kundra on the Obama administration's 25-Point Plan to reform federal IT, and with NASA CIO Chris Kemp as Lead Architect on the NASA Nebula Cloud project. Speaker at Microsoft Ignite, SharePoint Conference, KMWorld, and DATAVERSITY.

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EPC Group designs and builds modern SharePoint intranets for enterprise organizations. Services include branded home pages, hub-spoke navigation architecture, department sites, Viva Connections integration, search optimization, governance frameworks, audience targeting, and analytics dashboards. We have delivered 500+ intranet projects for Fortune 500, healthcare, government, and financial services clients.

Key Facts

  • Hub-spoke architecture: 60% faster content discovery, 40% fewer help desk "where do I save this?" tickets.
  • Modern SharePoint: hub sites, communication sites, Viva Connections, audience targeting, and mega-menu navigation.
  • Compliance: HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and GDPR configurations included in all enterprise builds.
  • 29 years of Microsoft consulting. 500+ intranet projects completed.
  • Typical intranet project timeline: 8–16 weeks depending on scope and number of department sites.

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SharePoint Intranet Design Sections

Create a modern, engaging intranet that connects your workforce, streamlines communication, and reflects your brand. Expert design for SharePoint, Hub sites, and Viva Connections.

Modern SharePoint Sites
Hub Site Architecture
Viva Connections
Mobile-First Design
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Proven Intranet Expertise

85%
Adoption Rate
Average employee adoption within 90 days
60%
Time Saved
Reduction in information search time
40%
Engagement Increase
Improvement in internal communications
250+
Intranets Designed
Fortune 500 and enterprise deployments
250+
Intranet Deployments
Fortune 500
Enterprise Clients
Microsoft
Gold Partner
29 years
SharePoint Experience
Our Services

Comprehensive Intranet Design Solutions

End-to-end intranet design services from strategy and information architecture to visual design, development, and adoption.

Intranet Design & Branding

Create a visually stunning intranet that reflects your brand identity and engages employees. Custom themes, layouts, and design systems that scale across your organization.

  • Custom SharePoint theme development
  • Brand-aligned color palettes and typography
  • Responsive mobile-first design
  • Consistent visual language across sites
  • Custom web part styling
  • Accessibility-compliant design (WCAG 2.1)

Navigation Architecture

Design intuitive navigation structures that help employees find information quickly. Hub-and-spoke architecture for seamless cross-departmental navigation.

  • Information architecture planning
  • Hub site navigation strategy
  • Mega menu implementation
  • Breadcrumb navigation
  • Audience-targeted navigation
  • Mobile navigation optimization

Search Optimization

Configure enterprise search to deliver fast, accurate results. Custom search verticals, refiners, and result sources that surface the right content.

  • Search schema configuration
  • Custom result sources and verticals
  • Search refiners and filters
  • Best bets and promoted results
  • PnP Modern Search integration
  • Search analytics and tuning

Governance Framework

Establish governance policies that ensure consistent, secure, and compliant intranet operations. Site provisioning, content lifecycle, and permissions management.

  • Site provisioning policies
  • Content lifecycle management
  • Permissions and access strategy
  • Compliance and retention policies
  • Site template governance
  • Audit and monitoring setup

Communication Strategy

Design communication sites and news strategies that keep employees informed and engaged. Multi-channel publishing with Viva Connections integration.

  • Communication site design
  • News publishing workflows
  • Targeted content delivery
  • Viva Connections integration
  • Video and multimedia hubs
  • Employee engagement analytics
Platform Capabilities

Modern SharePoint Features We Leverage

We maximize the power of SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 to create engaging, scalable intranet experiences.

Modern Sites

Beautiful, responsive SharePoint modern sites with out-of-the-box web parts, custom SPFx solutions, and seamless mobile experiences.

  • Team and communication sites
  • Responsive design
  • 100+ web parts available
  • Custom SPFx development

Hub Sites

Connect related sites into a cohesive ecosystem with shared navigation, branding, and search. Hub sites unify your intranet architecture.

  • Cross-site navigation
  • Aggregated news and content
  • Shared permissions model
  • Consistent branding

Viva Connections

Extend your intranet to Microsoft Teams with Viva Connections. Custom dashboards, targeted content, and mobile-first employee experiences.

  • Teams integration
  • Custom dashboard cards
  • Feed personalization
  • Mobile app experience

Communication Sites

Broadcast news and information with beautiful communication sites. Hero layouts, news web parts, and dynamic content for leadership updates.

  • Hero and section layouts
  • News publishing
  • Video embedding
  • Audience targeting
Intranet Features

Everything Your Modern Intranet Needs

Comprehensive feature set to engage employees, streamline communication, and drive productivity.

Branded Home Page

Custom-designed landing pages with dynamic content, personalized experiences, and executive messaging.

Department Sites

Templated department sites with consistent branding, shared navigation, and role-based content.

Analytics Dashboard

Built-in analytics to measure adoption, popular content, and search effectiveness.

Wayfinding Tools

Employee directories, org charts, and location-based content for global organizations.

Content Authoring

Intuitive content creation tools with approval workflows and governance controls.

Digital Signage

Power intranet content to office displays and kiosks for frontline worker communication.

Secure Access

Role-based access control, conditional access policies, and audit logging.

Audience Targeting

Deliver relevant content to specific audiences based on department, location, or role.

Industry Expertise

Intranet Solutions by Industry

We understand the unique requirements and compliance needs of your industry.

Enterprise

Large-scale intranet deployments for global enterprises. Multi-region, multi-language support with centralized governance and distributed content management.

  • Global multi-site architecture
  • Multi-language content management
  • Regional hub sites
  • Executive dashboards
  • Employee directory integration
  • Cross-departmental collaboration

Healthcare

HIPAA-compliant intranet solutions for healthcare organizations. Secure communication channels, policy management, and clinical resource hubs.

  • HIPAA-compliant design
  • Clinical resource libraries
  • Policy and procedure management
  • Staff scheduling integration
  • Training and certification tracking
  • Secure PHI handling zones

Financial Services

SOC 2-compliant intranets for banks, investment firms, and insurance companies. Regulatory content management and secure document workflows.

  • SOC 2 compliance integration
  • Regulatory document management
  • Client-facing portal design
  • Trading floor dashboards
  • Risk and compliance libraries
  • Secure deal rooms
Our Methodology

How We Design Your Intranet

A proven, user-centered design process that delivers intranets employees love to use.

01

Discovery & Research

Stakeholder interviews, user research, and content audit to understand your organizational needs, pain points, and vision for the digital workplace.

Stakeholder workshops
User persona development
Content inventory analysis
Competitive benchmarking
02

Information Architecture

Design the site structure, navigation taxonomy, and content organization that enables employees to find what they need intuitively.

Site map development
Navigation taxonomy design
Hub site strategy
Search architecture
03

Visual Design & Prototyping

Create wireframes and high-fidelity designs that bring your intranet vision to life. Interactive prototypes for stakeholder validation.

Wireframe development
Brand application design
Interactive prototypes
User testing sessions
04

Build & Configure

Implement the intranet using SharePoint modern features, custom development, and third-party integrations. Agile sprints with continuous feedback.

SharePoint configuration
Custom SPFx development
Integration setup
Content migration
05

Launch & Adoption

Comprehensive change management and training to drive adoption. Ongoing optimization based on analytics and user feedback.

Training programs
Change management campaigns
Analytics setup
Continuous improvement
Case Studies

Intranet Success Stories

See how we have helped Fortune 500 companies transform their digital workplace with modern SharePoint intranets.

Healthcare

Global Pharmaceutical Intranet

Fortune 100 Pharma Company

Unify 45,000 employees across 60 countries with a single, branded intranet experience supporting 12 languages.

45,000
Users
12
Languages
88%
Adoption
Financial Services

Financial Services Digital Workplace

Top 10 Investment Bank

Replace legacy intranet with a modern, SOC 2-compliant platform integrating trading floor dashboards and regulatory content.

25,000
Employees
65%
Faster Search
SOC 2
Certified
Manufacturing

Manufacturing Employee Portal

Fortune 500 Manufacturer

Connect factory floor workers with desk workers through a mobile-first intranet with Viva Connections.

80,000
Workers
92%
Mobile Usage
50%
Engagement Lift
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Why EPC Group

The Intranet Design Partner You Can Trust

With 29 years of SharePoint expertise and hundreds of successful intranet deployments, we deliver results.

Microsoft Gold Partner

Certified SharePoint expertise with direct access to Microsoft product teams and latest features.

29 years Experience

Deep enterprise intranet experience across Fortune 500 companies in every industry.

Compliance Experts

HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2, and FedRAMP compliance built into every intranet design.

Rapid Deployment

Accelerated timelines with pre-built templates, proven patterns, and agile methodologies.

Ready to Transform Your Digital Workplace?

Schedule a free consultation with our intranet design experts and discover how we can create a modern SharePoint intranet your employees will love.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What SharePoint consulting services does EPC Group provide?

EPC Group provides comprehensive SharePoint consulting including intranet design, migration (on-prem to Online, tenant-to-tenant), governance frameworks, custom SPFx development, workflow automation, document management, and training. We have completed 6,500+ SharePoint implementations since 1997.

How long does a SharePoint migration take?

Migration timelines vary by scope: 100-500 users takes 2-4 weeks, 500-5,000 users takes 4-8 weeks, and 5,000+ users takes 8-16 weeks. EPC Group uses staged migration with zero-downtime mail flow and content coexistence to minimize business disruption.

Does EPC Group support SharePoint Online and on-premises?

Yes. EPC Group supports SharePoint Online, SharePoint Server 2016/2019/Subscription Edition, and hybrid configurations. Our consultants help organizations plan and execute migrations from any SharePoint version to SharePoint Online with full governance frameworks.

What makes EPC Group different from other SharePoint consultants?

EPC Group's founder Errin O'Connor was on the original SharePoint beta team (Project Tahoe) and authored Microsoft Press's SharePoint best practices guide. With 6,500+ implementations across 29 years, we bring unmatched depth in enterprise governance, compliance, and large-scale migrations.

SharePoint Intranet Design Services

EPC Group designs and builds modern SharePoint intranets for enterprise organizations. Services include branded home pages, hub-spoke navigation architecture, department sites, Viva Connections integration, search optimization, governance frameworks, audience targeting, and analytics dashboards. We have delivered 500+ intranet projects for Fortune 500, healthcare, government, and financial services clients.

Key facts

  • Hub-spoke architecture: 60% faster content discovery, 40% fewer help desk "where do I save this?" tickets.
  • Modern SharePoint: hub sites, communication sites, Viva Connections, audience targeting, and mega-menu navigation.
  • Compliance: HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and GDPR configurations included in all enterprise builds.
  • 29 years of Microsoft consulting. 500+ intranet projects completed.
  • Typical intranet project timeline: 8–16 weeks depending on scope and number of department sites.

Comprehensive Intranet Design Solutions

Intranet Design and Branding

  • Custom branded SharePoint home page aligned to your corporate identity.
  • SharePoint site designs and theme packages using JSON-based site templates.
  • Consistent header, footer, and navigation patterns across all department sites.
  • Responsive design — works on desktop, tablet, and mobile without a separate mobile build.

Navigation Architecture

  • Hub-spoke model: 1 root hub per business unit, 5–15 spoke sites per hub.
  • Mega-menu navigation tied to Viva Connections for employee-facing wayfinding.
  • Global navigation bar across all sites using hub site navigation inheritance.
  • Audience-targeted navigation — different links visible to different employee groups.

Search Optimization

  • Microsoft Search configuration for intranet content — promoted results, answer cards, and acronym definitions.
  • Custom managed properties for metadata-based search scopes.
  • PnP Modern Search deployment for advanced search experiences.
  • Search verticals for People, Documents, News, and Policies.

Governance Framework

  • Site ownership model — every department site has a named owner and backup owner.
  • Content review calendar — pages flagged for review after 6 or 12 months.
  • Site provisioning workflow — automated site creation with standard template applied.
  • Sensitivity label policy — applied at site level to enforce sharing controls.

Viva Connections Integration

  • Viva Connections home experience surfaced in Microsoft Teams.
  • Dashboard cards for HR tasks, IT requests, and company announcements.
  • Adaptive cards pulling live data from SharePoint lists and Power Automate flows.
  • Audience targeting — different dashboard cards visible to different roles or departments.

Everything Your Modern Intranet Needs

A modern SharePoint intranet includes more than a home page. We design all of these components for enterprise deployments.

  • Branded home page — news, announcements, quick links, and personalized content.
  • Department sites — dedicated sites for HR, Finance, IT, Legal, and each business unit.
  • Analytics dashboard — page views, search queries, and content freshness metrics in Power BI.
  • Wayfinding tools — org charts, people directory, and site maps.
  • Content authoring workflow — approval routing for news and policy pages before publishing.
  • Digital signage — scheduled announcements displayed on Teams screens and lobby displays.
  • Secure access — Conditional Access and sensitivity labels for restricted intranet sections.
  • Audience targeting — personalized content for different roles, departments, and locations.

Modern SharePoint Features We Use

  • Hub sites — unify navigation and search across a group of related sites.
  • Communication sites — broadcast news and announcements to large audiences.
  • Modern pages — section-based layout with web parts; no custom HTML required.
  • Viva Connections — surface intranet content inside Microsoft Teams.
  • SharePoint News — targeted news posts with audience targeting and digest emails.

Intranet Design by Industry

Healthcare

  • HIPAA-compliant intranet sections for clinical documentation and policy libraries.
  • Role-based access for clinical, administrative, and executive staff.
  • Integration with clinical systems using Power Automate for workflow notifications.

Financial Services

  • SOC 2 compliant document management integrated into the intranet.
  • Restricted sections for compliance, legal, and regulatory content.
  • Audit trail for all intranet content changes via Purview audit logging.

Government

  • FedRAMP Moderate/High configurations for GCC and GCC High tenants.
  • CMMC Level 2/3 compliant document management within the intranet.
  • Information barriers between departments as required by policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a SharePoint intranet design cost?

SharePoint intranet projects range from $25,000 for a basic branded home page with standard navigation to $200,000+ for a full enterprise deployment with department sites, Viva Connections, custom web parts, analytics, and governance. Most mid-size enterprise projects fall in the $50,000–$150,000 range.

How long does a SharePoint intranet project take?

Basic intranet builds (home page + 3–5 department sites) take 8–10 weeks. Full enterprise deployments with Viva Connections, custom web parts, and governance take 12–20 weeks. Timeline depends on the number of department sites, content migration scope, and stakeholder approval cycles.

What is the hub-spoke SharePoint intranet model?

Hub-spoke is the recommended SharePoint information architecture pattern. One root hub site per business unit provides unified navigation and search.

Five to fifteen spoke sites per hub cover specific departments or functions. Hub navigation is inherited by all spoke sites. Organizations that migrate to this pattern see 60% faster content discovery.

Does SharePoint intranet work in Microsoft Teams?

Yes. Viva Connections surfaces your SharePoint intranet home page inside Microsoft Teams. Employees can access the intranet, read news, complete HR tasks, and view dashboard cards without leaving Teams. This is the primary access point for frontline workers who spend most of their day in Teams rather than a browser.

Start Your Intranet Design Project

Talk to a SharePoint intranet architect about your branded home page, hub-spoke architecture, or Viva Connections deployment. Call (888) 381-9725 or request a 30-minute discovery call.