A requirement we have had several times from clients is to implement a Lessons Learned Database in SharePoint.

This provides a system where users and key stakeholders can record good and bad experiences throughout the company and hopefully learn from them and embrace a culture of continual improvement.

This sort of application is where SharePoint can shine. We have implemented very simple Lessons Learned applications to very complex ones.

Components would usually include:

• A source list (example columns – Title, Description, Status, Created By, Raised Date, Category, Responsible User)
• Workflow to notify responsible person, and possibly approval to accept the lesson
• Custom Views
• Custom Permissions
• Reporting
• Custom search (often a bespoke
• Lessons Learned tab in the search centre)
• Branded landing page
• Latest lessons learned displayed on intranet homepage

We now offer a simple lessons learned application as a micro job. Alternatively get in touch today to discuss your bespoke requirements