How to Build an Employee Resource Hub in SharePoint

In any organization, communication gaps, outdated documents, and disconnected tools can quickly lead to confusion and lost productivity. Whether it’s HR policies, onboarding materials, or company-wide announcements, teams need a reliable place to access essential resources.

That’s where an Employee Resource Hub built in SharePoint comes in.

By centralizing key information in a single, easy-to-navigate location, organizations can simplify internal communication, reduce support requests, and keep everyone aligned—without relying on endless email threads or scattered file shares.

What is an Employee Resource Hub?

An Employee Resource Hub is a centralized intranet-style site that brings together:

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HR policies and documents
Company news and updates
Access to tools like Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Power BI
Social features like conversations and feedback (via Viva Engage/Yammer)

When built using SharePoint Communication Sites, this hub becomes a dynamic, self-service space that scales with your team and makes critical information accessible from anywhere.

Step-by-Step Guide to Building an Employee Resource Hub in SharePoint

Step 1: Create a New SharePoint Communication Site

Head to the SharePoint Admin Center and click Create.
Choose Communication Site so your hub can reach the entire organization, not just a small team.

Step 2: Choose a Template

You’ll be offered a range of templates—select the one that’s closest to your intended design. Don’t worry, everything is customizable.

Step 3: Customize Your Site

Once your site is created:

Click Edit to start customizing
Click See all web parts to browse all content options you can add
Consider adding things like:
- Text and images
- Quick links
- Viva Engage (Yammer) for social interaction
- News posts for announcements or company events
- Power BI reports to display business data directly on the page

Step 4: Embed Power BI Reports (Optional)

To add a report:

Click Add Report
Select the report you want to display
Click Republish to save and display it on your hub

Step 5: Edit Navigation and Add Quick Links

Improve usability by:

Adding top navigation links to tools like Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, or external resources
Saving changes by clicking OK after editing the navigation pane

Step 6: Test and Launch

Make sure your hub is user-friendly. Ask a few team members to test it out before rolling it out company-wide. You can always update content or structure later.

Ready to Build Your Own Hub?

Whether you’re just starting with SharePoint or looking to optimize your current setup, an Employee Resource Hub is one of the fastest ways to add value and clarity for your team.

If you’d like guidance or help with implementation, speak with one of our experts at Velosio today!