Socialtext has unveiled an upgrade to SocialPoint, its connector that enables customers to integrate its enterprise social software platform with Microsoft SharePoint.
The company said that the new release of SocialPoint helps customers take advantage of the real-time messaging and people profiles of Socialtext when they are working in SharePoint.
According to Socialtext, the SocialPoint upgrade, which will work in both SharePoint 2010 and 2007, includes, Enterprise microblogging in SharePoint that allows users to can post and view Socialtext Signals from right inside SharePoint. The new application also allows to users to search the people directory from within SharePoint.
Eugene Lee, CEO of Socialtext, said: This SocialPoint upgrade was a direct response to our enterprise customers who rely on Socialtext to connect their people and drive new business opportunities, but also depend on SharePoint for existing workflows and document management processes.
“We want to make sure it’s easy for people to get the most from both platforms to maximize their productivity and serve their customers better.
