Need some SharePoint apps?
In this guide, I will walk you through the top-rated SharePoint applications for SharePoint that you can use right now.
Let’s get started.
What are SharePoint apps?
If you’re not sure what they are, they’re technically tools that can add extra features and functionalities.
Common types of SharePoint apps:
- Communication tools
- Document management
- Social media integration
- Project management
- Customization and branding
They are designed to integrate seamlessly with SharePoint, with customization options that don’t require technical knowledge.
If you want to look for them, they can be found from the Microsoft AppSource or developed in-house. 
Top SharePoint Apps
With that, here are the best SharePoint add-ins (some have a free version) that you can find from the AppSource:
1. Employee Directory 365
The first app is Employee Directory 365.
Basically, it’s a SharePoint app that helps organize and manage employee information in one accessible place.
It comes with a central repository of contact details and professional information for easy communication and collaboration.
Features:
- Contact information: Stores phone numbers, email addresses, and other essential contact details.
- Department listings: Categorizes employees by departments for easy access.
- Search functionality: Allows users to quickly find colleagues using search and filter options.
- Profile pictures: Displays employee photos to put a face to the name.
- Job titles: Lists roles and responsibilities to clarify organizational structure.
What I like about this app is its integration with Microsoft 365 for seamless integration with tools like Outlook and Teams.
Because of this, you will have up-to-date information across platforms, which improves user experience.
Employee Directory 365 is user-friendly and customizable, making it easy to adapt to various organizational needs.
2. SharePoint|sapiens Event Management Add-In
The next one is SharePoint|sapiens Event Management Add-In, which helps organizations plan, manage, and track events efficiently.
It works by providing a straightforward way to handle aspects of event management, from scheduling to attendee tracking.
Features:
- Event scheduling: Easily schedule events and manage dates.
- Attendee management: Track attendees, their responses, and special requirements.
- Venue management: Organize and allocate venues for different events.
- Notifications and reminders: Send automated notifications to attendees.
- Reporting tools: Generate reports on event attendance and feedback.
Since it also supports integration with other Microsoft 365 tools, sharing information and collaborating is easy.
If your organization regularly hosts training sessions, workshops, or large meetings, this app is pretty useful.
The interface is also user-friendly, allowing non-technical users to set up and manage events without difficulty.
3. HelpDesk Plus
From the name itself, HelpDesk Plus helps with the management of IT support requests and issues within an organization.
It provides a user-friendly SharePoint UI for tracking, managing, and resolving support tickets efficiently.
Features:
- Ticket management: Allows users to submit and track support tickets.
- Automated workflows: Automates ticket assignments and notifications.
- Knowledge base: Includes a repository of solutions for common issues.
- Reporting tools: Provides analytics on ticket resolution times and service performance.
- Integration: Works seamlessly with Microsoft 365 tools and services.
If you need to improve the response times and service quality of your IT department, then this tool is the answer.
It simplifies the support process and makes it easy for employees to report issues and for IT staff to manage and resolve them.
HelpDesk Plus also supports customization, allowing organizations to adapt the system to their specific needs.
4. Adobe Acrobat for Microsoft 365
This list wouldn’t be complete without it. 
Adobe Acrobat offers an easy way to manage PDF documents directly from your familiar workspace.
It’s ideal for organizations that regularly handle PDFs and need efficient ways to create, edit, and manage these files.
Features:
- PDF creation and conversion: Easily convert Microsoft 365 files to PDF and vice versa.
- Editing tools: Edit text and images within PDF documents.
- Document signing: Integrates electronic signature capabilities for secure document signing.
- Commenting and collaboration: Allows for real-time comments and feedback on PDF files.
- Security settings: Apply password protection and permissions to secure sensitive information.
If your organization requires reliable and secure document workflows, this one is particularly useful.
This integration:
- Simplifies the process of managing documents across different formats
- Ensures compatibility with Adobe’s widely-used PDF standards
Additionally, it supports collaboration, making it easy for teams to work together on documents.
5. SPE Intranet
The next one is SPE Intranet, which is designed to create a comprehensive and user-friendly intranet for organizations.
It helps with communication, streamline document management, and facilitate employee engagement through its features.
Features:
- News and announcements: Provides a platform for company news and updates.
- Document libraries: Manages and organizes corporate documents and files.
- Event calendar: Schedules and displays company events and important dates.
- Employee directory: Lists employee contact information and organizational details.
- Forms and workflows: Automates processes with custom forms and workflows.
It’s especially useful for those who need an integrated solution for internal communication and document management.
SPE Intranet supports scalable customization to fit the specific needs of different departments or teams.
In addition, it integrates with other Microsoft 365 tools, providing a nice experience for users familiar with the Microsoft ecosystem.
6. Construction Management System
Construction Management System is designed to streamline the management of construction projects.
It provides a comprehensive platform that can make it easier to oversee different construction activities.
Features:
- Project tracking: Monitors project progress, deadlines, and milestones.
- Document management: Organizes blueprints, permits, and other essential documents.
- Task assignment: Allows for the assignment and tracking of tasks among team members.
- Budget management: Helps in tracking project expenses and budgets.
- Communication tools: Facilitates communication between on-site teams and office staff.
It’s a little niche, but it’s nice for those who need a centralized platform to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
This one also supports real-time updates so that all team members have access to the latest project information.
With SharePoint, it allows for easy collaboration and document sharing to maintain project efficiency and compliance.
7. Employee Onboarding Tool
As expected with its name, Employee Onboarding Tool helps with the onboarding process for new employees.
With this tool, HR departments would be able to ensure that new hires have a smooth transition into their roles.
Features:
- Welcome pages: Personalized welcome pages for new employees with essential information.
- Task lists: Outlines onboarding tasks for new hires and HR operations.
- Document libraries: Stores onboarding documents, policies, and training materials.
- Feedback forms: Collects feedback from new hires about their onboarding experience.
- Integration: Works seamlessly with other Microsoft 365 tools for enhanced functionality.
This is the tool you can use if you want to provide a consistent and comprehensive onboarding experience.
How this works is that it helps new employees acclimate more quickly by providing easy access to the resources they need.
In addition, it offers HR teams a way to track onboarding progress and ensure that all necessary steps are completed.
8. SharePoint Knowledge Management Software
The next one is SharePoint Knowledge Management Software.
It’s designed to centralize and organize company knowledge and make it accessible and useful for all employees.
This tool helps store, manage, and share information so that critical knowledge is available when needed.
Features:
- Content repositories: Organizes documents, manuals, and guides in a structured format like a cloud service.
- Search functionality: Allows users to quickly find the information they need.
- Version control: Maintains and tracks changes in documents over time.
- User permissions: Manages access to sensitive information.
- Collaboration tools: Facilitates team collaboration through shared content and discussion boards.
This is valuable for large organizations where information is often scattered across various departments and systems.
When you centralize knowledge, you reduce duplication of effort and ensure that users have easy access to the latest information.
It supports ongoing learning and development by providing a single source of truth for policies, procedures, and best practices.
9. Asset Management System
Asset Management System helps organizations efficiently track, manage, and maintain their assets.
This tool provides a centralized platform for storing information about physical and digital assets.
That’s nice since a centralized platform ensures assets are accounted for and properly managed throughout their lifecycle.
Features:
- Asset tracking: Monitors the location, status, and condition of assets.
- Inventory management: Keeps detailed records of all assets, including descriptions and purchase information.
- Maintenance scheduling: Sets reminders for regular maintenance and inspections.
- Reporting tools: Generates reports on asset utilization, depreciation, and other metrics.
- User access control: Restricts access to sensitive asset information based on user roles.
If you have a large number of assets (equipment, vehicles, and IT hardware), this system will be super useful to you.
It can help minimize asset loss and optimize asset use by providing clear visibility into the asset’s lifecycle and status.
With its integration with SharePoint, authorized personnel will be able to access asset information easily.
10. Bid Management System
Bid Management System streamlines the process of creating, managing, and submitting bids.
This tool is particularly useful for organizations involved in competitive bidding and procurement.
As you can see from the preview, it provides a centralized platform to handle all aspects of the bidding process.
Features:
- Bid creation and templates: Simplifies the creation of bids with reusable templates.
- Document management: Stores and organizes all bid-related documents in one place.
- Workflow automation: Automates approval processes and tracks bid status.
- Collaboration tools: Allows multiple team members to collaborate on bid documents.
- Reporting and analytics: Provides insights into bidding performance and success rates.
As expected, it helps manage the complexities of bidding — from document preparation to submission.
What’s nice is that it ensures that all necessary information is readily available and that bids are completed on time.
The integration with SharePoint improves collaboration among team members and streamlines the overall workflow.
11. Image Maps
If you’ve been using SharePoint Online, you know how lacking it is when it comes to web parts. 
Fortunately, there are tools like Image Maps, which allows users to create interactive images with clickable regions.
This tool is ideal for visualizing complex information, such as diagrams, floor plans, or geographical maps.
Features:
- Interactive hotspots: Define clickable areas on images that link to other pages or display information.
- Custom tooltips: Add descriptive text or images to hotspots to provide context.
- Easy integration: Embed image maps into SharePoint pages seamlessly.
- Responsive design: Ensures that image maps are usable on various devices, including mobile phones.
- Analytics tracking: Monitor user interactions with image maps to gather insights.
It’s useful for enhancing the usability and interactivity of a SharePoint sites (like with navigation and finding information).
It’s nice in scenarios like office layouts, product showcases, and educational materials where visual representation is key.
The ability to track interactions also helps organizations understand how users engage with their content.
12. Timeline Web Part for SharePoint
Another design-related tool is Timeline Web Part for SharePoint.
As expected, it’s a tool that visually represents a series of events or milestones in chronological order.
It’s useful for project management, historical overviews, or any scenario where tracking progress over time is necessary.
Features:
- Customizable timelines: Allows users to create timelines with customizable dates, descriptions, and markers.
- Drag-and-drop interface: Simplifies the process of adding and arranging events on the timeline.
- Interactive elements: Users can click on events for more detailed information.
- Visual enhancements: Supports color coding and icons to differentiate between various types of events.
- Responsive resign: Ensures timelines are viewable and functional on all devices.
This tool is valuable for organizations looking to present information in a clear and visually engaging manner.
It helps teams and stakeholders quickly grasp the sequence and timing of key events (important for planning and communication).
The ability to customize and interact with the timeline makes it a versatile addition to any SharePoint website.
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