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SharePoint vs. DMS: Why file storage isn’t enough in 2026

Many companies still confuse two fundamentally different concepts: document storage and business process management. While Microsoft SharePoint is a powerful platform, in its standard form, it is essentially a digital archive—an organized folder structure for working on and sharing documents.

For modern business, this is no longer enough. Efficiency is found not in where a document resides, but in how effectively its flow is coordinated.

Storage vs. Business Process Enablement

The key difference between standard SharePoint storage and a professional Document Management System (DMS) is the ability to support and automate business processes.

SharePoint (Storage) – provides a place for files and the ability to collaborate and share them with colleagues. However, the document lifecycle (approval, signing, monitoring) still rests on the employees’ shoulders. This leads to manual emails, verbal reminders, and fragmented information scattered across different locations.

Document Management System (Process Coordination) – ensures document processing in a controlled and automated environment where management tools are integrated directly into the workflow. The system supports various electronic signature tools, eAddress for official communication with government institutions, automated business process building, and modern AI tools. These innovations accelerate document processing, reduce manual labor, and enhance decision-making.

What We Offer

In 2026, businesses increasingly move away from experimenting with in-house solutions. We provide proven business logic that transforms your SharePoint environment into a professional document and process management tool, tailored specifically to the business and legal requirements of the Latvian market.

We provide full integration with:

eParaksts and eAddress – the ability to use electronic signatures and official state communication directly within the system.

Aligned with Latvian administrative standards – automated document classification, numbering, and archiving to ensure full compliance with local laws.

ERP and other business systems – our DMS is not an isolated tool. It integrates with your accounting (ERP) software and other specialized solutions as needed, ensuring a unified and seamless exchange of data.

Feature Comparison

FeatureStandard Microsoft SharePointDocument Management System
Core PurposeDocument storage and collaborationBusiness process support and control
Document WorkflowManual (emails, links, chats)Automated and transparent workflows where all information is centralized in one place
Deadline TrackingManualSystem-generated reminders
IntegrationsLimited to the Microsoft ecosystemFull support for eParaksts, eAddress, CRM, and other business systems

You don’t have to choose between Microsoft and a DMS

Our solution doesn’t replace Microsoft 365 – it complements it. We leverage Microsoft’s global security and cloud power, adding our deep expertise in process management to elevate SharePoint’s functionality to the next level.

Want to learn how to streamline your company’s document processes? Contact us to find out more about how our solution can drive your operational efficiency.