Most small and medium businesses in Mackay already pay for Microsoft 365, but their company homepage is often a forgotten file dump rather than a useful starting point. At EHW Technology, we had the same problem, so we built a tailor-made SharePoint staff homepage for our own team — a central hub, also known as an intranet — and now we help other Mackay businesses do the same.
Our staff homepage brings dashboards, staff directories, leave approvals, training records, on-call rosters, and client account mapping into one place. It runs on the Microsoft 365 subscription you already have, so there are no new platforms to learn, no extra logins, and no unnecessary software bills.
EHW Technology’s SharePoint staff homepage — one place for rosters, approvals, and resources.
Why We Built Our Own Staff Homepage
Like many Mackay SMBs, our team was working across SharePoint libraries, shared drives, email threads, and separate apps. Important information was spread everywhere, and staff wasted time hunting for what they needed.
So we designed our own SharePoint staff homepage as the place everyone starts the day — one screen with live information, quick links, and the tools our staff use most. Because it runs inside SharePoint, it uses the staff profiles, security groups, and lists we already had. That means less duplication, less admin work, and a solution that grows with us.
Built for Our Business, Adapted for Yours
Every business works differently. Our staff homepage was built around the way we work. Yours should be built around the way you work.
We don’t sell a one-size-fits-all product. We take the same approach we used for ourselves — understand the workflow, identify the friction, and build a SharePoint staff homepage that actually helps your team get things done. Whether you need a full homepage dashboard, a staff directory, a leave approval workflow, or all of the above, we tailor the solution to your business.
Features That Make Your Workday Easier
Modern Home Dashboard
Start the day with a clean, personalised view: a friendly greeting, quick links to common tasks, the current on-call person, document search, upcoming birthdays and anniversaries, and featured links. It is the simple, useful homepage most businesses are missing.
Self-Updating Org Chart & Staff Directory
Replace stale printed diagrams with an org chart that connects to your Microsoft 365 staff list, so job titles, departments, managers, and contact details stay current automatically.
Staff Training Tracking
Assign, track, and complete staff training without buying a separate system. Managers can assign training to one person or a whole department, and staff can see what’s due and update progress from the homepage.
Shared Calendars
Keep everyone aligned with calendars for holidays, server maintenance, and management events. You can even share a direct link to a specific date, so nothing gets lost in conversation threads.
Leave & Overtime Approvals
Replace back-and-forth approval emails with a simple workflow. Staff submit leave and overtime requests from one place; managers approve or decline them from a single dashboard.
On-Call Roster
Support teams always know who’s on duty. The weekly roster shows on-call, cloud on-call, and Saturday contacts with photos, roles, departments, and phone numbers.
Customer Account Mapping
For client-facing teams, see at a glance which staff members are responsible for each client or project area. Managers can update accounts one at a time or import a spreadsheet in bulk.
Real-Time Updates
A built-in updates feed tells staff about training tasks, site alerts, and leave or overtime requests waiting for approval — automatically, without refreshing the page.
Why a Tailor-Made Staff Homepage Matters for Mackay SMBs
Most small and medium businesses already pay for Microsoft 365 but only use a fraction of what it can do. A custom staff homepage turns SharePoint into a true business hub and helps you get more value from the subscription you already own.
Because we built our own homepage from scratch, we understand what works, what doesn’t, and how to adapt it for different industries and team sizes. You get a custom solution without the cost and complexity of building it yourself.
- No new software to buy — works with the Microsoft 365 you already have.
- No double-handling — uses your existing staff list and security settings.
- Easy for staff to adopt — most teams already know SharePoint and Teams.
- Less IT hassle — updates and security are handled inside your Microsoft 365 account.
- Built to grow — add features as your business needs them.
Is Your Staff Homepage Working as Hard as Your Team?
If your current company homepage or intranet is underused, out of date, or just a place where documents are hard to find, it’s time for a rethink. The right staff homepage doesn’t just store information — it helps your people get things done.
At EHW Technology, we’ve already done the hard work of building a staff homepage for our own team. Now we use that experience to design and deploy SharePoint homepages that fit how your business actually works. We start by understanding your day-to-day processes, then build a solution that saves time, reduces friction, and gives your team one place to start every morning.
Ready to Modernise Your Staff Homepage? Let’s Talk.
Every business is different, so we start by understanding your workflow instead of forcing an off-the-shelf package onto your environment. Book a consultation and we’ll show you how a tailor-made SharePoint solution could work for your team, using the Microsoft 365 tools you already own.
Here’s What Happens When You Reach Out:
- We listen – We learn about your current setup, pain points, and goals.
- We recommend – We identify the right staff homepage features and components for your needs.
- We build – We develop, configure, and deploy your solution with minimal disruption.
- We support – Our team stays available for ongoing improvements and assistance.
Get in Touch with EHW Technology Today
- Local: (07) 4944 0111
- National: 1800 301 983
- After Hours: 0409 754 208
- Email: sales@ehwtech.net.au
- Visit Us: 81 Wood St, Mackay QLD 4740
- Business Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
EHW Technology — Your Business IT Specialists. Proudly serving Mackay and regional Queensland.