SharePoint Premium (formerly Microsoft Syntex) adds AI-powered document intelligence to SharePoint Online. It automatically extracts data from invoices and contracts, generates documents from templates, provides native eSignature, translates documents, and archives inactive content. Pricing is pay-per-use — no per-seat license required. EPC Group implements SharePoint Premium for regulated industries including healthcare, financial services, and government.
Key Facts
- SharePoint Premium was renamed from Microsoft Syntex in 2024 — same platform, expanded capabilities.
- Document processing: $0.01–$0.05 per page for AI classification and data extraction.
- Content assembly: $0.15 per document generated from a template.
- eSignature: $0.10–$2.00 per signature request.
- Translation: pay-per-character pricing; rates vary by language pair.
- Microsoft 365 Archive: $0.05/GB/month for inactive SharePoint content.
- EPC Group: 29 years Microsoft consulting, 10,000+ enterprise deployments.
Architect Brief: SharePoint Premium Document Intelligence
AI-powered document processing, content assembly, eSignature, and content governance. Transform SharePoint into an intelligent content platform.
SharePoint Premium: The Enterprise Guide
Quick Answer: SharePoint Premium (formerly Syntex) adds AI-powered document processing to SharePoint — automatically extracting data from invoices, contracts, and medical records ($0.01-$0.05/page), generating documents from templates ($0.15/document), and enabling native eSignature ($0.10-$2.00/request). For enterprises processing 10,000+ documents monthly, SharePoint Premium eliminates $50,000-$200,000/year in manual data entry costs. EPC Group implements SharePoint Premium with HIPAA-compliant configurations for healthcare and compliance-ready setups for financial services.
SharePoint has always been a document repository. SharePoint Premium transforms it into a document intelligence platform — where AI reads, classifies, extracts, and manages content automatically. The result: documents that organize themselves, metadata that populates automatically, and business processes that run without manual data entry.
EPC Group implements SharePoint Premium for enterprise organizations that process thousands of documents monthly — contracts, invoices, medical records, insurance claims, and compliance documents. Our implementations deliver 70-80% reduction in manual document processing time.
SharePoint Premium Capabilities
Document Processing
AI-powered extraction of data from documents. Invoices → line items, contracts → key terms, medical records → patient data. Eliminate manual data entry.
$0.01-$0.05 per page
Content Assembly
Generate documents from templates automatically. Contracts, proposals, NDAs, reports. Fill in fields and get a perfectly formatted document.
$0.15 per document
eSignature
Native electronic signature in SharePoint. Request signatures on documents without leaving M365. Adobe Sign and DocuSign integration available.
$0.10-$2.00 per request
Image Tagging
AI automatically tags images with descriptive metadata. Photos, diagrams, and scanned documents get searchable tags.
$0.001 per image
Translation
Translate documents and pages into 70+ languages while preserving formatting. Useful for multinational organizations.
$15 per 1M characters
Content Governance
Automated retention labels, sensitivity classification, and lifecycle management. Content rules enforced at scale.
Included with M365 E5
Optical Character Recognition
Convert scanned documents and images into searchable, editable text. Essential for digitizing paper archives.
$0.01 per page
Autofill Columns
AI automatically fills SharePoint list columns based on document content. Upload a contract and metadata populates automatically.
Included with processing
SharePoint Premium ROI
| Use Case | Manual Cost/Year | SP Premium Cost/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice Processing (5K/month) | $120,000 | $6,000 | $114,000 (95%) |
| Contract Metadata Extraction (1K/month) | $80,000 | $6,000 | $74,000 (93%) |
| Document Generation (2K/month) | $50,000 | $3,600 | $46,400 (93%) |
| Image Classification (50K/month) | $30,000 | $600 | $29,400 (98%) |
| Medical Record Classification (3K/month) | $90,000 | $18,000 | $72,000 (80%) |
SharePoint Premium Implementation Roadmap
EPC Group deploys SharePoint Premium in three phases, starting with high-value document types and scaling across the organization. Typical timeline: 6-10 weeks for full production deployment.
Assess & Prioritize
Weeks 1-2
- Inventory all document types across SharePoint, file shares, and email
- Identify high-volume, manual-intensive document processes
- Map document workflows to SharePoint Premium capabilities
- Calculate ROI for top 5 document types (cost of manual vs automated)
- Select pilot document types (invoices, contracts, or HR forms)
Outcome: Prioritized implementation plan with ROI projections for each document type
Configure & Train Models
Weeks 3-6
- Deploy prebuilt models for standard documents (invoices, receipts, IDs)
- Train custom models using 5-15 example documents per type
- Configure content assembly templates for document generation
- Set up eSignature workflows for contracts and approvals
- Implement sensitivity labels and retention policies for processed documents
Outcome: Trained models processing pilot document types with 90%+ accuracy
Scale & Optimize
Weeks 7-10
- Roll out to additional departments and document types
- Fine-tune model accuracy based on production results
- Integrate with Power Automate for end-to-end document workflows
- Configure monitoring dashboards for processing volumes and accuracy
- Train content owners on model management and template updates
Outcome: Organization-wide document intelligence with automated processing at scale
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Read moreFrequently Asked Questions
What is SharePoint Premium?
SharePoint Premium (formerly Microsoft Syntex) is an AI-powered content services platform that extends SharePoint with document processing, content assembly, eSignature, image tagging, translation, content governance, and archiving. It transforms SharePoint from a file repository into an intelligent content platform that automatically classifies, extracts, and manages document content. SharePoint Premium uses AI models to understand document structure and content — eliminating manual data entry and document classification.
How much does SharePoint Premium cost?
SharePoint Premium uses pay-per-use pricing: Prebuilt document processing: $0.01 per page (invoices, receipts, IDs). Custom model processing: $0.05 per page (trained on your document types). Content assembly: $0.15 per document generated. eSignature: $0.10-$2.00 per request (Azure tier-dependent). Image tagging: $0.001 per image. Translation: $15 per 1M characters. Optical Character Recognition (OCR): $0.01 per page. For a mid-size enterprise processing 10,000 documents/month, typical costs range from $500-$2,000/month — dramatically less than manual processing labor.
What is the difference between SharePoint Premium and Microsoft Syntex?
SharePoint Premium is the rebranded and expanded version of Microsoft Syntex. Syntex was renamed to SharePoint Premium in 2024 and expanded with additional capabilities: enhanced eSignature, advanced content governance, SAM (SharePoint Advanced Management) integration, autofill columns, annotations, and improved AI models. All Syntex capabilities are available in SharePoint Premium plus new features. Existing Syntex deployments automatically migrate to SharePoint Premium. EPC Group implements SharePoint Premium for new deployments and migrates existing Syntex configurations.
What document types can SharePoint Premium process?
SharePoint Premium processes three model types: 1) Prebuilt models — invoices, receipts, business cards, IDs, tax forms (W-2, 1099) with no training required. 2) Custom teaching models — train AI on your specific document types (contracts, medical records, insurance claims, loan applications) using as few as 5 example documents. 3) Freeform document processing — extract data from unstructured documents using Azure AI Document Intelligence. EPC Group implements all three model types for enterprise document automation.
How does SharePoint Premium content assembly work?
Content assembly automates document generation from templates: 1) Create a Word or PDF template with placeholder fields. 2) Map fields to SharePoint list columns or manual input. 3) Users generate documents by filling in field values — the template auto-populates. Use cases: contracts, proposals, NDAs, compliance reports, onboarding documents. Content assembly eliminates copy-paste errors, ensures brand consistency, and reduces document creation time by 70-80%. Cost: $0.15 per document generated.
Can SharePoint Premium be used for HIPAA-compliant document processing?
Yes. SharePoint Premium document processing runs within your Microsoft 365 tenant — data never leaves your environment. For HIPAA compliance: 1) Sensitivity labels applied to processed documents. 2) Audit logging for all document processing events. 3) Role-based access control for processed metadata. 4) Encryption at rest and in transit. 5) BAA coverage through the Microsoft HIPAA BAA. EPC Group implements HIPAA-compliant document processing for healthcare organizations — automating medical record classification, insurance claim processing, and clinical document management.
Transform Your Document Processes
Schedule a free SharePoint Premium assessment. We will evaluate your document processing workflows and demonstrate how AI-powered automation can eliminate manual data entry.
Why Organizations Choose EPC Group
EPC Group is a Houston-based Microsoft consulting firm with 29 years of enterprise implementation experience and over 10,000 successful deployments across Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SharePoint, Azure, Microsoft 365, and Copilot. We serve organizations across all industries including Fortune 500, federal agencies, healthcare, financial services, government, manufacturing, energy, education, retail, technology, and global enterprises.
What sets EPC Group apart is our governance-first approach. Every engagement begins with a security and compliance assessment. Our team of senior architects brings hands-on delivery experience across HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and CMMC environments. We own outcomes, not hours.
- Fixed-fee accelerators with predictable pricing and defined deliverables
- Senior architect engagement on every project, not rotating juniors
- Compliance-native delivery for regulated industries
- End-to-end coverage from strategy through 24/7 managed services
- 11,000+ enterprise engagements refined into repeatable, risk-controlled patterns
Call (888) 381-9725 or email contact@epcgroup.net for a free assessment.
SharePoint Premium Document Intelligence: Enterprise Guide
SharePoint Premium (formerly Microsoft Syntex) adds AI-powered document intelligence to SharePoint Online. It automatically extracts data from invoices and contracts, generates documents from templates, provides native eSignature, translates documents, and archives inactive content. Pricing is pay-per-use — no per-seat license required. EPC Group implements SharePoint Premium for regulated industries including healthcare, financial services, and government.
Key facts
- SharePoint Premium was renamed from Microsoft Syntex in 2024 — same platform, expanded capabilities.
- Document processing: $0.01–$0.05 per page for AI classification and data extraction.
- Content assembly: $0.15 per document generated from a template.
- eSignature: $0.10–$2.00 per signature request.
- Translation: pay-per-character pricing; rates vary by language pair.
- Microsoft 365 Archive: $0.05/GB/month for inactive SharePoint content.
- EPC Group: 29 years Microsoft consulting, 10,000+ enterprise deployments.
SharePoint Premium Capabilities
Document Processing
SharePoint Premium AI models automatically classify documents and extract structured data from unstructured content.
- Document understanding models — trained on your document types; identify invoices, contracts, medical records automatically.
- Data extraction — pull vendor name, invoice total, contract dates, and custom fields without manual entry.
- Auto-apply content types — classified documents receive the correct SharePoint content type and metadata columns automatically.
- Prebuilt models — ready-made models for common document types: invoices, receipts, contracts, IDs. No training required.
Cost: $0.01–$0.05 per page processed. Volume discounts available for enterprise agreements.
Content Assembly
Content assembly generates documents from templates using data from SharePoint lists or other M365 sources.
- Create a Word template with field placeholders mapped to SharePoint list columns.
- Users trigger document generation from a SharePoint list item — no manual copy-paste.
- Common uses: contract generation, SOW templates, offer letters, compliance reports.
- Generated documents are saved directly to the correct SharePoint library with metadata pre-filled.
Cost: $0.15 per generated document.
eSignature
SharePoint Premium eSignature provides native electronic signature without a third-party service like DocuSign.
- Send signature requests directly from SharePoint document libraries.
- Recipients sign in the browser — no account required.
- Signed documents are saved back to SharePoint automatically with audit trail.
- Microsoft Entra ID authentication available for internal signatures.
- ESIGN Act and EU eIDAS compliant.
Cost: $0.10–$2.00 per signature request.
Translation
SharePoint Premium translates documents across languages — useful for multinational organizations managing policy and compliance documents.
- Translate documents on demand from a SharePoint library toolbar action.
- Create translated copies automatically when a document is updated.
- Supported languages: 70+ language pairs.
- Original document is preserved — translation is saved as a separate file in the same library.
Autofill Columns
Autofill columns use AI to automatically populate SharePoint metadata based on document content.
- AI reads the document and fills metadata columns (e.g., contract value, parties, expiry date) without user input.
- Works on existing documents in a library — retroactive classification.
- Reduces manual metadata entry burden for high-volume document intake.
Microsoft 365 Archive
Microsoft 365 Archive stores inactive SharePoint content at lower cost.
- Archive inactive site collections or document libraries after a set period.
- Archived content is accessible but not in the active tenant storage pool.
- Cost: $0.05/GB/month — significantly lower than active SharePoint storage.
- Useful for organizations with large volumes of inactive compliance content that must be retained.
SharePoint Premium vs Microsoft Syntex: What Changed
Microsoft renamed Syntex to SharePoint Premium in 2024. The platform was also expanded.
- New capabilities added: enhanced eSignature, advanced content governance, SharePoint Advanced Management (SAM) integration, autofill columns, annotations.
- Pricing model unchanged: pay-per-use across all features — no per-seat license.
- Microsoft Syntex content understanding models still work; no migration required.
- SAM adds advanced tenant-level governance controls beyond what is available in standard SharePoint Admin Center.
ROI Framework
EPC Group sizes SharePoint Premium ROI for clients before recommending deployment.
- Document processing ROI — calculate the hourly cost of manual document classification vs. $0.01–$0.05/page AI processing cost.
- eSignature ROI — compare DocuSign or Adobe Sign contract costs vs. $0.10–$2.00/request.
- Content assembly ROI — calculate time saved on contract generation; most organizations generating 50+ documents/month see ROI in 90 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SharePoint Premium (formerly Syntex)?
SharePoint Premium is Microsoft's AI-powered document intelligence add-on for SharePoint Online. It automatically classifies documents, extracts data fields, generates documents from templates, provides native eSignature, translates content, and archives inactive material. Pricing is pay-per-use — starting at $0.01/page for document processing.
How much does SharePoint Premium cost?
Document processing costs $0.01–$0.05 per page. Content assembly costs $0.15 per generated document. eSignature costs $0.10–$2.00 per signature request. Microsoft 365 Archive costs $0.05/GB/month. There is no per-seat license — you pay only for what you use.
What is the difference between SharePoint Premium and Microsoft Syntex?
They are the same product. Microsoft renamed Syntex to SharePoint Premium in 2024 and added new capabilities: enhanced eSignature, autofill columns, annotations, and SharePoint Advanced Management integration. Existing Syntex models and configurations continue to work without migration.
Can SharePoint Premium replace DocuSign?
For most internal and partner signature workflows, yes. SharePoint Premium eSignature handles document signing directly from SharePoint libraries at $0.10–$2.00 per request — typically lower cost than DocuSign for high-volume use cases.
DocuSign retains advantages in complex signature workflows, Salesforce integration, and advanced envelope customization.
Start a SharePoint Premium Assessment
Talk to a SharePoint Premium architect about document processing, eSignature, or content assembly for your organization. Call (888) 381-9725 or request a 30-minute discovery call.