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InfoPath Deadline Extended?
14 Aug: InfoPath Was Retired a Month Ago—So Why Are Forms Still Working in SharePoint Online?

Microsoft retired InfoPath Forms Services in SharePoint Online on 14 July 2026—yet a month later, some forms are still working. We examine the uncertainty, explain why continued availability should not be mistaken for an extension, and show how organisations can discover, assess and migrate their InfoPath forms and XML data before the service finally disappears.

Site Access Reviews
29 Jun: SharePoint Access Reviews: Why Site Owners Need More Than Manage Access

Microsoft has taken a big step forward with SharePoint Site Access Reviews, putting Site Owners at the heart of Microsoft 365 governance. But can Site Owners confidently review permissions when Manage Access doesn’t show everyone who can access the content? In this third article of our Microsoft 365 Governance Series, Brett Lonsdale explores where Site Access Reviews excel, where they fall short, and why complete visibility is essential for effective governance.