Using SharePoint to Display MCMS Content

As we mentioned previously, the first thing you need to identify is which of the two products will serve the primary role as the user interface or experience. One option is to use SharePoint (either WSS or SPS) as the primary user interface and use MCMS either in a supporting role or to manage certain areas of the site. There are three very common implementations when using the two products in this scenario:

• SharePoint Portal Server is used to implement the Tropical Green intranet, which is accessible by Tropical Green employees only. Tropical Green production departments, team project collaboration sites, announcements, and important documents are stored within areas and WSS sites within the SharePoint portal. MCMS is used by the Human Resources department to maintain a very controlled publishing workflow of company policies, procedures, benefits, and employee announcements. The Human Resources documents are presented in lists and are linked to from...