Author
John Scott
UX director
John has been with Content Formula since 2006 and shapes the user experience behind Lightspeed365. With nearly two decades of intranet delivery, he brings deep technical knowledge and genuine UX design skill. He writes regularly about digital workplace design on the Lightspeed365 blog.
Articles by John Scott
Article
25 intranet metrics to track success and improve
The 25 intranet metrics worth tracking, plus what SharePoint analytics can and cannot measure and where the gaps are.
Find out more
Article
What is an intranet?
What is an intranet? A clear definition covering what it actually does, whether you need one, and what changed in 2026.
Find out more
Article
Eight key reasons no one uses the intranet
Struggling with low intranet adoption? Explore eight common reasons employees stop using intranets and practical remedies to rebuild trust, relevance, and engagement.
Find out more
Article
12 SharePoint best practices
Twelve SharePoint best practices covering intranet governance, site sprawl, findability, branding and integration.
Find out more
Article
SharePoint intranet adoption: 10 ways to improve it in 2026
How to improve SharePoint intranet adoption in 2026: what good looks like, how to measure it, ten tactics that work, and what AI has changed.
Find out more
Article
SharePoint intranet software: choosing an in-a-box product in 2026 | Lightspeed365
What a SharePoint intranet in-a-box product actually is, how the two shapes of product differ, and the six things worth checking before you buy one.
Find out more
Article
SharePoint intranet: the complete guide for 2026
What is a SharePoint intranet and is native SharePoint enough? A complete 2026 guide covering features, limitations, Copilot costs, and your three build options.
Find out more
Article
15 must-have SharePoint web parts for intranets
The document explores 15 essential web parts for a successful SharePoint intranet, combining Microsoft’s standard offerings with Lightspeed365’s advanced web parts to enhance functionality and meet intranet needs.
Find out more
Case study
Dixons Academies Trust SharePoint intranet case study
Lightspeed365 revolutionises staff communication at Dixons Academies Trust, delivering targeted news and Teams notifications for 3,000 employees across around 20 schools.
Find out more
Article
6 realistic use-cases for AI on your intranet
Discover six practical ways AI can improve your SharePoint intranet, from smarter search and content generation to translation and governance.
Find out more
Article
SharePoint intranet business case checklist
Build a watertight business case for your SharePoint intranet with a practical checklist covering benefits, costs, risks, and strategic value.
Find out more
Article
Eight SharePoint intranet trends for 2026
Discover eight key SharePoint intranet trends for 2026, from AI-powered search and governance to personalisation, omnichannel publishing, and platform evolution.
Find out more
Article
10 steps to build an engaging SharePoint intranet in weeks
Build an engaging SharePoint intranet in weeks with ten practical steps covering planning, design, content, governance, and a successful launch.
Find out more
Article
SharePoint intranet: build or buy? A 2026 decision guide | Lightspeed365
Build or buy your SharePoint intranet? Compare the four routes - native SharePoint, custom build, light customisation and an in-a-box product - on cost, effort and long-term ownership.
Find out more
Article
Free intranet assessment to drive improvement
Get a free intranet assessment to identify strengths, fix weaknesses, and drive engagement with our quick health check (less than 5 minutes)
Find out more
Article
Why Lightspeed365 is the best Origami Connect alternative
Looking for an Origami Connect alternative? Discover how Lightspeed365 delivers more features, deeper SharePoint integration, and expert support.
Find out more
Article
Using and customising the SharePoint lookbook
Explore how to use the SharePoint Lookbook and extend templates with Lightspeed365 for custom branding, governance and intranet design.
Find out more
Article
Lightspeed365: Innovation in the Digital Workplace
Lightspeed365 is recognised as a leader in the ClearBox Intranet and Employee Experience Report 2024 for its user-friendly design, seamless SharePoint integration, and features that boost internal communication, collaboration, and employee productivity.
Find out more