Wednesday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room A315

Beyond Document Libraries: Unleashing Lists for Business Solutions

Laura Rogers

Microsoft MVP, CEO at IW Mentor, @WonderLaura

SharePoint Lists are one of the most powerful tools in Microsoft 365. While many organizations primarily use SharePoint for document storage, lists offer a flexible way to manage structured data, automate workflows, and build interactive business solutions—without coding.

In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll explore how SharePoint/Microsoft Lists can revolutionize the way teams track information, collaborate, and automate tasks. You'll learn:

✅ What is a SharePoint List? How it compares to Excel, Microsoft Lists, and Dataverse. ✅ When to use Lists vs. Document Libraries vs. Databases. ✅ Building lists from scratch: Columns, views, and formatting. ✅ Enhancing lists with automation: When to use alerts versus rules versus a flow. ✅ Power Apps with SharePoint Lists: Turn lists into easy-to-use forms and apps. ✅ Best practices for security and permissions to control access and prevent accidental deletions.

By the end of this session, you'll understand how to leverage Lists as a powerful, no-code business solution.