SharePoint Intranet in a Box
A pre-built intranet solution on SharePoint gives you a head start. ThinkShare helps you choose the right one and make it your own.
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Fast to Deploy
Launch a branded intranet in weeks instead of months. Pre-built templates, navigation, and governance models reduce project time by up to 60%.
Built on SharePoint
Every intranet-in-a-box solution runs natively on SharePoint Online, meaning your data stays within Microsoft 365 and your existing security policies apply.
Customisable
Start with proven templates and tailor them to your brand, structure, and workflows. You are not locked into a rigid product — you own the result.
What is a SharePoint intranet in a box?
An intranet in a box is a pre-configured intranet platform built on Microsoft SharePoint Online. Instead of building everything from scratch, your organisation gets a ready-made structure with templates, navigation, branding, and governance — then adapts it to fit your needs.
These solutions are built by Microsoft partners who specialise in intranets. They extend SharePoint's native capabilities with features like mega menus, people directories, event calendars, news targeting, and analytics dashboards that SharePoint does not include out of the box.
ThinkShare implements three leading intranet-in-a-box platforms — Involv, Omnia, and native SharePoint — and has deployed them for organisations ranging from 200 to 13,000 employees.
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How do intranet-in-a-box solutions compare?
| Feature | Involv | Omnia | Native SharePoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deployment time | 4–6 weeks | 6–10 weeks | 8–14 weeks |
| Best for | Mid-size organisations wanting speed and simplicity | Enterprises needing advanced publishing, multilingual, and governance | Organisations wanting full control with no third-party dependency |
| Mega menu | Included | Included | Requires custom build |
| People directory | Included | Included | Requires custom build |
| Analytics | Built-in dashboard | Advanced analytics suite | Via Power BI integration |
| Multilingual | SharePoint native | Advanced translation workflows | SharePoint native |
| Ongoing licence cost | Per-user monthly | Per-user monthly | None (included in M365) |
Which Intranet-in-a-Box Is Right for You?
The right intranet-in-a-box depends on your organisation’s size, budget, and complexity. Involv Intranet is ideal for mid-size organisations wanting a polished, branded intranet with minimal development — it offers pre-built templates, department sites, and deep Teams integration. Omnia Intranet suits enterprises needing advanced governance, multi-language support, and publishing workflows. For organisations wanting to maximise existing Microsoft 365 licences, a native SharePoint build using home sites, Viva Connections, and custom web parts delivers a powerful intranet without third-party costs.
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How ThinkShare Implements Intranet-in-a-Box Solutions
Every engagement starts with a discovery workshop where we map your internal communications goals, content structure, and governance requirements. We then configure your chosen platform — whether Involv, Omnia, or native SharePoint — with branded templates, navigation, and permissions. Our team handles content migration, user acceptance testing, and champion training before go-live. Post-launch, we provide hypercare support and adoption tracking to ensure your intranet delivers measurable value from day one.
Intranet-in-a-Box vs Custom Build: What’s the Difference?
A custom-built SharePoint intranet gives you complete control but requires significant development time and budget. Intranet-in-a-box solutions like Involv and Omnia provide 80% of the functionality at a fraction of the cost, with faster deployment (typically 4–8 weeks vs 3–6 months). ThinkShare helps you evaluate the trade-offs: if your requirements are highly bespoke, we’ll build custom. If speed and cost matter most, we’ll recommend the right packaged solution and tailor it to your brand.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an intranet-in-a-box cost?
Licensing typically ranges from £2–£5 per user per month, plus implementation. ThinkShare provides transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Can I migrate my existing intranet content?
Yes. We handle full content migration from classic SharePoint, on-premises intranets, or third-party platforms using automated migration tools.
How long does implementation take?
Most intranet-in-a-box deployments go live in 4–8 weeks, depending on the scope of customisation and content migration required.
ThinkShare Experience.
Global Rollout
Deployed an Involv-based intranet across 40 countries for 13,000+ employees, replacing a fragmented legacy system with a unified, multilingual digital workplace.
Multi-Site Organisation
Built a native SharePoint intranet with Viva Connections for 2,500 staff across multiple locations, delivering targeted news, a policy hub, and manager dashboards — live in 6 weeks.
Enterprise Migration
Migrated from a legacy intranet platform to a modern SharePoint Online intranet-in-a-box solution, consolidating thousands of pages with automated metadata mapping and governance controls.
What ThinkShare can do for your organisation.
Ready to Launch Your Intranet?
Whether you’re starting from scratch or replacing an ageing intranet, ThinkShare can help you choose, configure, and launch the right intranet-in-a-box solution for your organisation. We’ve delivered intranets for organisations from 500 to 13,000+ users across every sector.
Book a free intranet consultation to discuss your requirements and see a live demo of Involv, Omnia, or a native SharePoint build.
Why ThinkShare for Intranet-in-a-Box?
ThinkShare is a specialist Microsoft 365 intranet consultancy with deep expertise across SharePoint, Viva, and leading intranet-in-a-box platforms. Our consultants are certified Involv and Omnia partners, and every project is led by a senior consultant — not outsourced to junior developers. We combine technical implementation with adoption strategy, ensuring your intranet isn’t just built well but actually used.