Microsoft 365/ Information Architect
Imagine what an IA might do for your business, even a one-person shop. Step on in and have a seat. Let's talk.
How best can I work for you
On staff, full time
Hiring the architect as a full-time staff member provides the advantage of guaranteed availability and long-term commitment. Extended work availability ensures their continuous support for ongoing projects and evolving needs within the organization. This option promotes seamless integration into the team and a deep understanding of your specific requirements.
For a project, shorter term
Engaging the architect for shorter-term projects, with a defined-term contract or monthly renewals, offers a flexible approach. Tap into their expertise for specific projects without the long-term commitment of full-time employment. It's ideal for organizations with fluctuating needs or those looking to complete distinct objectives.
With a task, micro term
For task-specific, short-duration requirements, you can hire the architect on a micro-term basis through platforms like Freelancer.com or Upwork.com. This option provides maximum flexibility, as you can engage them by the hour or for specific deliverables. It's suitable for ad-hoc tasks, troubleshooting, or small projects without the need for a long-term commitment.
Take a closer look at some work this Information/Office365 Architect has done for orgs you've heard of, large and small.
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Project Chronology
Apple Computer
Support Advisor
Embraced a unique opportunity to briefly pivot from the Microsoft path with COVID-19 self-isolation, taking on the role of an Apple Advisor.
- Citing the interaction, the solution, and their issue resolution (90%), 10 out of 10 customers reported satisfaction (CSAT-100%) with my calls – for these past six months
KellyConnect | Troy MI (remote) | 2020-23
2014
2023
US Dept of Energy (Idaho National Lab)
SharePoint/Project Architect (PMO)
Consulted to site management and the technology PMO on process and platform improvements, ServiceNow integration, and workforce-focused team and project solutions for many reactor sites.
- Built selection of executive dashboards for org CIO and PMO Director, leveraging Project Server, PerformancePoint, SSRS, BCS, with visual reporting served by Tableau and PowerBI. Data products adhered to the Resource Capacity Utilization Model, PMI methodologies, the PMBOK, and KPIs for tracking federal funding for science
- Led the client in developing an effective project portfolio management process and project management methodology. to ensure project development and customer service alignment with org strategy
Symmetrix | Denver CO (onsite/remote) | 2016-17
Amazon
Office 365/Information Architect
Acted as a SharePoint platform architect, delivering an intranet to Amazon Logistics - with collaboration, search-driven published content, learning materials, SOPs, and corporate/safety processes
- Introduced Amazon’s first employee toolset for project management, distinct products for both PMO and self-service.
- Spearheaded user adoption initiatives, and created governance infrastructure for SharePoint
- Implemented SharePoint Enterprise Search across site collections, providing scoped isolation and categorization of searched results.
- Provided governance, taxonomy, a security model, and term store synchronization
Aditi Staffing| Seattle WA (onsite) | 2014
Project Chronology
Covered California
SharePoint Information Architect
Consulting Information Architect to Covered California, the state’s Affordable Care Act exchange
- Requirements definition, analysis, and high-level redesign of web content management and publishing presence for two highly visible SharePoint instances.
Innovative Government | Sacramento CA | 2013
ARC Document Systems
SharePoint Application Designer
Consulting to the Premier Accounts Group
- Modernized sites, lists, columns and content types, workflow, reporting, and the overall user experience of an internally deployed service management SharePoint portal
- Designed and deployed SCORM-compliant Knowledge Management solution with streaming media and SharePoint-served content
Premier Staffing | Walnut Cr eek CA | 2013
Santa Clara Health & Hospital System
SharePoint/Project Architect
Partnered with management and stakeholders to deliver a highly branded hospital intranet with collaboration, content publishing, employee learning, and project center.
- Implemented EPM Live, a Microsoft-SharePoint-integrated enterprise portfolio, project and work management solution. With BCS pulling multiple SQL datasources, EPMLive gave management visibility into projects and expanded business intelligence
- Customized the Master Page and CSS files for Branding and to provide the portal with a consistent look and feel.
- Designed the baseline SharePoint information architecture (managed metadata term store taxonomy and content type definitions)
Healthcare Clinical Info Group | San Jose CA | 2012
2012
2013
Project Chronology
frog Design
SharePoint Architect
Consulted to frog Design, one of the world’s foremost product and interface design firms, on the design and implementation of a SharePoint 2010 employee intranet for Huawei, a large technology client entering the US market
- Created customized Master Pages, Content Types, Page Layouts, and controls incorporating existing client identity and branding using CSS and JavaScript technologies
- Utilized Metalogix Content Matrix for content migration and ControlPoint to manage Permissions, Auditing and Reporting.
Robert Half Technology | San Francisco CA | 2011
2010
2011
Zynga
SharePoint/Project Architect
Delivered corporate, employee, and project intranet – served by Project Server 2010 with Portfolio Services and SharePoint Server 2010 Enterprise
- Installed and configured SharePoint Server 2010, Project Server 2010, and FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint to provide federated search capabilities.
- With a term store application and managed metadata, established a company-wide taxonomy for consistent content tagging (to be served by FAST Search)
- Used BCS to integrate business data from back-end server applications
Convergent | San Francisco CA | 2011
University of California (UCOP)
SharePoint Architect
Consulted to the University of California system on the deployment and implementation of an initial intranet offering for the Office of the President
- Developed plans, processes, and architecture for centralizing and sharing enterprise, academic, and business intelligence.
Modis | Oakland CA | 2010
Project Chronology
Symantec
SharePoint Designer/Developer
Designed and developed corporate Skills Folio application for the Sales/Systems Engineering (SE) organization.
- Building on the SharePoint 2007 engineering intranet, I developed an application to provide a unified toolset to assess and manage competencies, EQ and technical skills, individual career path, and credentialed learning and development for the company’s worldwide systems engineering (SE) assets.
A+ Search/PrO | Mountain View CA | 2008
Pfizer
SharePoint Architect
Designed and delivered multiple, language-specific, division-level portals for the company’s market logistics organization.
- Helping tackle information availability and visibility in this logistics organization, I delivered a SharePoint 2007 divisional intranet with Human Resources functionality, Document Stores, a Forms Repository with workflow, sites for Operations (with collaborative workspaces, departmental sites, scheduling and messaging), IT, Facilities, Security, Production, Safety, and Compliance, and custom-tailored, role-based personal workspaces
TekSystems | Memphis TN | 2006
the V3 Companies
SharePoint Architect
Brought client and vendors together to identify and extend SharePoint’s capabilities to the unique challenges of architectural, engineering, and design work product.
- Designed and deployed a solution to empower users, company-wide, to discuss, annotate, and track design changes through SharePoint markup overlays on engineering drawings and design specifications, delivering key capabilities without delay.
- Customized the Master Page and CSS files for branding and to provide the portal with a consistent look and feel.
- Created user identities, functional role identities, mapped ad hoc, workgroup and cross-team functional dependencies, workflow, and opportunities for collaboration and process improvement.
Transtech Technology Services | Chicago IL | 2005
2005
2008
SKILLS
Data Design & Business Intelligence
Unlock the full potential of your organization's data with a Microsoft 365 Information Architect with the expertise to seamlessly deliver critical information to your intranet or business intelligence center. Transform raw data into actionable insights. Versed in the Business Connectivity Services (BCS) framework, your architect can effortlessly connect data sources, both internal and external, and integrate them into your ecosystem.
Craft scorecards and dashboards that not only look visually appealing but are also highly functional. Work with a dynamic and intuitive user interface that presents your data in a meaningful way. Access real-time data, make data-driven decisions, and drive business growth like never before. Empower your organization with a Microsoft 365 Architect who can turn your data into a competitive advantage.
Data Design and Business Intelligence
- Data Integration: Expertise in seamlessly aggregating data from various sources, ensuring a unified and consistent dataset.
- ETL: Proficiency in designing ETL processes to clean, transform, and load data into analytics tools. BCS, SSRS, Report Builder, and PerformancePoint. Tableau, Power BI, SAP Business Objects, Google Data Studio, and ER/Studio Data Architect
- Data Modeling: Skill in structuring data to support effective analysis and reporting.
- Power BI: Mastery of Microsoft's Power BI for creating interactive and visually engaging reports and dashboards.
- Data Visualization: Ability to turn data into insightful visuals that are easy to understand, fostering data-driven decision-making.
- Dashboard Design: Designing user-friendly, actionable dashboards that provide at-a-glance insights.
- Business Acumen: Understanding of business objectives and needs to translate data into actionable recommendations.
- Data Governance and Security: Implementing data governance best practices and security measures to protect sensitive information.
- User Training: Providing training and support to users for effectively utilizing the delivered data and dashboards.
SKILLS
Infrastructure & Administration
Elevate your organization's digital landscape with an Architect who possesses an exceptional blend of infrastructure expertise, intranet design finesse, and SharePoint administration wizardry. With my infrastructure skills, your business operates seamlessly, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
I’ll manage user and site administration with precision, ensuring access and permissions are finely tuned to your needs. Migrations, legacy or internal, are executed seamlessly, preventing data loss and reducing disruption. Feature implementations ensure you're harnessing the full potential of SharePoint, enhancing workflow efficiency, and promoting user engagement. And, like all good architects, I design search systems that are intuitive and powerful, allowing your teams to find the right information at the right time.
Infrastructure Planning
- Comprehensive information architecture discovery, design, and implementation
- Discovery and Business Analysis with Information Workers at every role, in every workgroup
- Security and Compliance Planning
- Architectural Design for SharePoint, OneDrive, Project Server, and FAST search
- On-premises and cloud server allocation and configuration
Administration
- User and Site Administration
- Permissions and Access Control
- Content Management and Governance
- Migration Strategies (Legacy Systems and within Microsoft 365)
- Feature Implementation and Customization
- Metadata-Driven Search Configuration
- Workflow Automation
SKILLS
Information Architecture
A skilled Microsoft 365 information architect possesses a unique blend of expertise that's essential for modern businesses. Proficiency in information architecture ensures that your data is organized and accessible, promoting efficient workflows and streamlined processes. We’re masters at structuring your digital environment, making sure that information flows seamlessly across the organization, enabling data-driven decisions and enhanced collaboration.
Content management is key. Your architect shines by optimizing your document and information repositories, tailoring SharePoint and OneDrive solutions to meet your specific business needs, And, content governance ensures your business remains compliant and risk-free, with well-defined policies, access controls, and data retention strategies that align with your industry standards. Information architects are the guardians of your digital assets, safeguarding your data and ensuring it remains a valuable resource at your fingertips.
Information Architecture, Content Management, and Governance
- Comprehensive Information Architecture discovery, design, and implementation
- Discovery and Business Analysis with Information Workers at every role, in every workgroup
- Intranet portal design for Project Management and PMOs, collaborative and published intranets, document stores, and internal and external collaboration.
- Lead collaborative development of governance plan including content access policies, business and administrative processes within SharePoint
SKILLS
Intranet Planning and Design
A Microsoft 365/Information Architect is the linchpin of successful intranet design, wielding a unique skill set that combines technical prowess with a deep understanding of business needs. We’re masterminds at creating digital workplaces that seamlessly integrate tools like SharePoint, Teams, metadata-driven Search, and OneDrive to boost productivity and collaboration within your organization.
My skills in intranet design go beyond just creating a visually appealing platform; I can tailor your intranet to your specific business goals. Whether it's a user-friendly interface, efficient document management systems, high-findability Search, or ensuring secure data access, your architect understands how to align technology with your company's vision. Having a skilled Microsoft 365 architect on your team is not just an advantage; it's a strategic necessity to build a robust, adaptable, and future-proof intranet that empowers your workforce.
Intranet Development and Design
- SharePoint Expertise: Proficiency in designing, configuring, and customizing SharePoint sites to create a functional and visually appealing intranet.
- Information Architecture: Organized content, documents, and data in a logical and user-friendly structure.
- User Experience (UX) Design: Created intuitive and engaging interfaces to enhance user adoption and satisfaction.
- Security and Compliance: Implementing robust security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance
- Integration: Integrating Microsoft 365 tools like Teams, OneDrive, and Power Platform for seamless workflows and collaboration.
- Content Management: Effective content strategy, version control, and governance for maintaining a dynamic intranet.
- User Training and Support: Providing training and ongoing support for users to maximize the intranet's utility.
- Change Management: Implemented strategies to ease the transition to the new intranet and ensure user adoption.
- Communications: Works closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into a functional intranet design.
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