Application Templates for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0

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Application Templates for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0

Application templates are out-of-the-box custom scenarios tailored to address the needs and requirements of specific business processes or sets of tasks in organizations of any size. They also provide a starting point for partners and developers looking to build deeper SharePoint-based solutions. The templates make use of Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 capabilities and are compatible with Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007 to help make customization easier. Application Templates for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 are separated into two groups, site admin templates and server admin templates, providing the right combination of integration with the platform and ease-of-deployment within an organization. Site admin templates are custom templates (*.stp files) that are easy for any SharePoint site administrator to install into the template gallery without requiring server administration access. Available in English only. Server admin templates are site definitions (*.wsp files), enabling tighter integration and enhanced functionality within the Windows SharePoint Services platform. They require a server administrator to install. Available in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese (BR), Japanese, Korean, Hebrew, Chinese (simplified), and Chinese (traditional). Read an Application Template Overview datasheet (.doc, 1.09MB)

Application Templates Available for Download

Package Downloads Get all 40 Application Templates available in English as a single download. Registration is required. Get the 20 Application Templates available in multiple languages as a single download. Available languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese (BR), Japanese, Korean, Hebrew, Chinese (simplified), and Chinese (traditional). Registration is required. In addition to the packages, you can also download the application templates individually from the list below.

Site Admin Templates Board of Directors Business Performance Reporting Case Management for Government Agencies Classroom Management Clinical Trial Initiation and Management Competitive Analysis Site Discussion Database Disputed Invoice Management Employee Activities Site Employee Self-Service Benefits Employee Training Scheduling and Materials Equity Research Integrated Marketing Campaign Tracking Manufacturing Process Management New Store Opening Product and Marketing Requirements Planning Request for Proposal Sports League Team Work Site Timecard Management

Server Admin Templates Absence Request and Vacation Schedule Management Budgeting and Tracking Multiple Projects Bug Database Call Center Change Request Management Compliance Process Support Site Contacts Management Document Library and Review Event Planning Expense Reimbursement and Approval Help Desk Inventory Tracking IT Team Workspace Job Requisition and Interview Management Knowledge Base Lending Library Physical Asset Tracking and Management Project Tracking Workspace Room and Equipment Reservations Sales Lead Pipeline

Application Template Resources

Business Area Groupings To help put the application templates into the context of specific processes or sets of tasks, this list categorizes the templates into different business areas within an organization to showcase their benefits. Application Template Resource Center The resource center provides information for getting the most out the Application Templates for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, including information on learning the basics of application templates, working with SharePoint sites and customizing with Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007.

Other Enhancements for SharePoint

GroupBoard Workspace 2007 template An additional Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 application template, GroupBoard Workspace 2007 creates a space for a group or team to connect and share information in a collaborative environment, improving team efficiency and productivity. The template helps track team member whereabouts and status, and includes a built-in timecard list, organization chart, meeting scheduling and more. Role-Based Templates for SharePoint My Sites Provide a personal portal and dashboard data relevant to your role with these extensions to the My Site functionality in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007. Sample Master Pages Download a set of four sample master pages that are compatible with the Application Templates for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0. With master pages, apply a unique style to SharePoint sites from a single source that has all page design and layout elements. Solutions Directory Check out these template-related solutions available from Microsoft partners. Are you a Microsoft partner interested in profiling your solution? Register your solution today.