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If you’ve heard that SharePoint is being replaced, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common questions professionals and organizations ask today. The truth is, SharePoint is not being replaced; it’s being modernized and reimagined as part of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
At Microtek Learning, we help learners and IT professionals understand how Microsoft has evolved SharePoint into a smarter, cloud-first, AI-powered platform designed for the modern digital workplace.
Microsoft has not discontinued SharePoint. Instead, it has transformed SharePoint from an on-premises collaboration tool into a cloud-based, intelligent experience that powers enterprise communication, content management, and intranets.
The traditional SharePoint Server versions (like 2013, 2016, and 2019) are being phased out in favor of SharePoint Online, which operates within Microsoft 365. This shift aligns with Microsoft’s cloud-first, AI-driven strategy — allowing users to collaborate securely from anywhere, on any device.
In essence, SharePoint Online is replacing older SharePoint Server deployments, not the platform itself.
While SharePoint continues to serve as the foundation for modern collaboration, several Microsoft 365 services and tools now work alongside (and sometimes replace) traditional SharePoint functionalities:
Microsoft Teams has become the central hub for communication and collaboration.
While SharePoint manages file storage and permissions in the background, Teams provides the modern interface for chat, video meetings, and project-based collaboration.
Teams doesn’t replace SharePoint — it extends its power, making collaboration more interactive and integrated.
OneDrive now serves as the personal file storage solution within Microsoft 365.
It syncs seamlessly with SharePoint Online, ensuring that all files are backed up, shareable, and accessible across devices.
For organizations using SharePoint as their intranet or employee engagement platform, Microsoft Viva is the modern alternative.
Viva builds on SharePoint’s structure but adds AI, personalization, and analytics — creating an intelligent employee experience platform.
Microsoft Syntex (formerly SharePoint Syntex) and SharePoint Premium introduce AI-driven document management and automation.
They leverage machine learning, content tagging, and Copilot integration to automatically organize, secure, and analyze business data — reducing manual effort.
The transition from SharePoint Server to SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 reflects the global shift toward:
Cloud adoption and scalability
AI and automation in content management
Remote and hybrid work collaboration
Zero-trust security and compliance
Modern SharePoint is no longer just a “document library.” It’s now part of a connected ecosystem that powers intranets, apps, workflows, and employee engagement — all supported by Microsoft 365 and Azure Cloud.
For IT professionals, developers, and administrators, this evolution is an opportunity — not a threat.
Learning to manage and develop in the modern SharePoint environment (using Power Platform, Viva, and Syntex) can significantly enhance your career prospects.
Key skills in demand now include:
SharePoint Online Administration
Microsoft Teams Integration
Power Platform Automation (Power Automate + Power Apps)
AI Content Management with Syntex and Copilot
At Microtek Learning, our SharePoint and Microsoft 365 certification courses are designed to help you stay relevant, upskill, and lead in this new era of digital collaboration.
Microtek Learning offers Microsoft-certified SharePoint and Microsoft 365 training programs that prepare professionals for the future of enterprise collaboration. Our training includes:
Instructor-led and self-paced learning options
Hands-on labs and real-world project practice
Guidance on migration from on-premises to SharePoint Online
Microsoft certification exam preparation and vouchers
Whether you’re managing a legacy SharePoint Server environment or implementing Microsoft Viva and Copilot in your organization, we provide the right learning path for you.
SharePoint isn’t being replaced — it’s being reinvented.
The core of SharePoint lives on within Microsoft 365, enhanced by Teams, OneDrive, Viva, and Syntex, creating a unified, cloud-first collaboration platform.
The future of SharePoint is intelligent, automated, and seamlessly integrated across Microsoft 365.
By upgrading your skills with SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 training from Microtek Learning, you can confidently lead your organization through this digital transformation.