Unlocking the Power of SharePoint for MSP Clients
At ALCO USA Inc., we specialize in delivering secure and scalable IT solutions for small and mid-sized businesses. One of the most valuable tools in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem is SharePoint—and as SharePoint matter experts, we provide consulting at an extremely reduced rate for our MSP members.
If you’re not yet an MSP client, you can still access our SharePoint consulting services at our standard hourly rate. Either way, having a true SharePoint partner ensures your business avoids common pitfalls and gets the most from your Microsoft 365 investment.
What is SharePoint and Why Does It Matter?
SharePoint is Microsoft’s enterprise-grade collaboration and document management platform. While many businesses know it as a “file storage” tool, its real power lies in helping teams share, collaborate, and automate workflows.
With SharePoint, you can:
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Build team sites to centralize documents, calendars, and resources.
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Create intranets that share company-wide news and policies.
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Automate document approval workflows to save time.
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Maintain strict compliance and security policies with granular permissions.
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Integrate seamlessly with Microsoft Teams and OneDrive.
For MSP clients, this means a smoother, more productive work environment—and fewer IT headaches.
OneDrive is SharePoint Too
One of the most common misconceptions is separating OneDrive from SharePoint. In reality, OneDrive for Business runs on the SharePoint platform.
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OneDrive: Personal storage for individual employees.
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SharePoint: Shared storage and collaboration for teams and departments.
Understanding that OneDrive is powered by SharePoint helps businesses design smarter file structures and avoid confusion. When configured properly, your data flows seamlessly between OneDrive, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
Common SharePoint Issues Businesses Face
While SharePoint is powerful, it is also complex to implement. The most common problems we encounter—especially during migrations—include:
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Incorrect permissions setup: Employees may gain access to sensitive files they shouldn’t see—or lose access to what they need.
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Poor folder and library structure: Without planning, files become scattered and impossible to organize.
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Metadata loss: Improper migration often strips away file details, making version history or search features less effective.
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OneDrive sync issues: If SharePoint isn’t configured properly, syncing between devices and Teams fails.
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Security misconfigurations: Weak access controls can lead to compliance risks.
These issues don’t just cause frustration—they lead to lost productivity, compliance gaps, and real business risks.
Why ALCO USA Inc. is Different
As an MSP, we see SharePoint as a critical collaboration tool for our clients. That’s why we offer discounted SharePoint consulting for our MSP members. Instead of paying enterprise-level consulting fees, you gain access to experts who understand the nuances of migrations, file structures, and security policies—at a fraction of the cost.
For businesses not enrolled in our MSP program, we still provide on-demand SharePoint consulting at our regular hourly rate. From migration to optimization, ALCO ensures your SharePoint environment is configured properly, secure, and scalable for future growth.
It’s not just about collaboration—an optimized SharePoint environment can also boost your internal knowledge management and search discoverability. With proper metadata, permissions, and structure:
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Employees find documents faster.
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Teams collaborate more efficiently.
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Businesses reduce downtime and IT support requests.
This translates into measurable ROI for your IT investment.
