Getting Started with Microsoft Viva Connections: Designing Impactful Dashboards with Adaptive Cards

Today’s webinar was all about Microsoft Viva Connections, and we kicked things off with a live demonstration of how to create a Viva Connections site from scratch. I walked attendees through the process step by step, showing how easy it is to build a site that becomes the heart of your organization’s intranet, bringing everything your team needs into one place.

Today’s webinar was all about Microsoft Viva Connections, and we kicked things off with a live demonstration of how to create a Viva Connections site from scratch. I walked attendees through the process step by step, showing how easy it is to build a site that becomes the heart of your organization’s intranet, bringing everything your team needs into one place.

We also explored Adaptive Cards for the Viva Connections Dashboard, and I showcased how Lightning Tools Adaptive Cards can make dashboards far more interactive and engaging. From Quick Views to beautiful charts and actionable buttons, I shared how these cards can provide the right information at the right time, helping teams work more efficiently.

A highlight of the session was introducing Social Squared, our discussion board app for Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. I demonstrated how Social Squared can bring structure to team discussions, helping to organize conversations and build a shared knowledge base. Integrating Social Squared into the Viva Connections Dashboard makes it even easier to keep important conversations front and center.

The session wrapped up with a great Q&A where we dug into real-world scenarios and challenges. I think everyone left with some practical tips and fresh ideas for building their own Viva Connections sites and making the most of tools like Adaptive Cards and Social Squared.

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