case study
HJ Sims
HJ Sims works with Synergy to transform their digital workplace
Industry
Financial Services
Geography
USA
Consulting
Workflow Automation
Powell
technologies
SharePoint
Nintex
Challenges/
Goals
HJ Sims faced the challenge of finding an intranet solution that offered a user-friendly, centralized platform to help employees effectively manage their strategic initiatives. It was crucial for the new intranet to be natively responsive to Microsoft Office 365, ensuring seamless integration with their existing tools. Additionally, they sought a digital workplace accessible anytime, anywhere, whether on desktop or mobile devices, to enhance flexibility for their workforce. Another key goal was improving the employee experience by enabling multi-way, peer-to-peer communication, along with personalized and uniquely designed profiles to foster a collaborative environment.
Solution/
Approach
To address HJ Sims' need for a modern, user-friendly intranet, Synergy recommended Powell as the ideal solution. This low code/no code platform allowed for a streamlined implementation process without the need for custom development, ensuring a quicker rollout. Powell provided a visually appealing, branded digital workplace that kept employees motivated and engaged while also meeting the functional requirements for managing strategic initiatives. The intranet was designed to be easily accessible from any device and natively integrated with Microsoft 365.
Additionally, Powell Manager was used to handle site template updates, giving HJ Sims ongoing control and flexibility over their intranet. This approach enabled the company to create a responsive and dynamic digital workplace that aligned with both their operational goals and their vision for employee engagement.
“Powell is a powerful solution that enables us to easily enhance and upgrade our clients’ portals. In a couple of clicks, we can easily update and redeploy a site or enhance existing capabilities with additional features to meet new needs. Delivery is simplified and as consultants, we can focus on works that bring more value to our customers like information architecture, governance, adoption plans and trainings.”
- Jason Blair, Senior Architect at Synergy
Results
After recognizing their legacy on-premises intranet was outdated, HJ Sims sought a modern solution to improve internal collaboration and enhance client services. Their key requirements included a user-friendly, centralized portal responsive to Microsoft 365 and accessible across devices. After consulting with Synergy, a digital transformation expert, they chose Powell, which offered control over the intranet, easy implementation with out-of-the-box features, and a standardized design. Synergy worked closely with HJ Sims to meet all project needs, delivering the solution in a few months. HJ Sims continues to expand their digital workplace with ongoing support from Synergy and Powell. Other improvements and positive benefits that have already been noted are:
All employees are now utilizing the intranet portal
Increase to IT knowledge base and training repository from 1-2 people visiting a month on avg to 260+ monthly visits
Onboarding and training for new employees has become a more streamlined, effective process
Results
Streamlined procedures
Improved collaboration among staff
Company-wide intranet adoption
Overview
After deciding that their legacy on-premises intranet solution was outdated and rarely used, HJ Sims set out to find a new intranet solution that would replace their old tool. To improve their company’s internal communication and support their clients with the best services possible, HJ Sims needed a functional, branded intranet solution that would boost internal collaboration.
This is the story of how HJ Sims successfully realized their goal to transform their digital workplace and launch a new intranet.
Challenges/Goals
Finding a user-friendly, centralized platform for managing strategic initiatives
Implementing an intranet natively responsive to Microsoft 365
Providing a digital workplace accessible on any device, anytime
Enhancing employee experience with peer-to-peer communication and personalized profiles
Solution/Approach
Low code/no code platform for streamlined implementation without custom development
Branded, aesthetic digital workplace to enhance employee motivation and engagement
Seamless integration with Microsoft 365 and accessible from any device
Powell Manager used for managing site template updates, allowing flexibility and control
Summary Data
As one of America's pioneering financial services firms, HJ Sims is committed to helping individuals and organizations meet the financial challenges of today and tomorrow.