# Key Benefits of a Corporate Intranet

> What goes wrong without an intranet, and the benefits a corporate intranet brings to communication, information management, productivity, and employee retention.

Source: https://www.xalt.de/en/blog/key-benefits-of-a-corporate-intranet/

TEAM XALT Atlassian Platinum Partner · 23 March 2023 · 6 min

A corporate intranet is more than just an internal website – it is a central tool that helps companies increase communication, collaboration and efficiency. It offers numerous benefits that can help companies move forward in a competitive environment. In this article, we look at why many companies have difficulties without an intranet, how these problems affect productivity, and the important benefits of a corporate intranet to overcome these challenges.

## What is a corporate intranet?

A corporate intranet is a private network within a company that uses internet technologies to share information and resources internally. It is not accessible to the public and serves as a central platform for employees to access company data, communication channels and tools. In a time when remote work and digital transformation are gaining in importance, an intranet offers decisive advantages to make companies more efficient and competitive.

## Problems without an intranet

Without a [corporate intranet](https://www.xalt.de/en/intranet/), information is often distributed across various platforms – emails, shared drives, chat tools or even paper documents. This leads to:

- Confusion, as employees do not know where to find the latest documents or policies.
- Wasted time, when employees have to search for information for a long time.
- Errors, because outdated information is used, which can delay projects.

## Why this is a big problem

**These challenges have far-reaching effects:**

- Lower productivity: If employees cannot quickly find the information they need, they lose valuable working time. A study by McKinsey ( [Digital Collaboration and Productivity](https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insights/digital-collaboration-and-productivity)) estimates that companies without central information systems need up to 25% more time for information retrieval.
- Poor communication: Misunderstandings caused by unclear or delayed messages can delay projects and hinder collaboration, which can lead to competitive disadvantages.
- Employee frustration: If employees constantly have to search for information, motivation decreases, which can lead to higher turnover in the long term.

## Important benefits of a corporate intranet

A corporate intranet addresses these problems directly and offers the following benefits:

### Improved communication

An intranet provides a central platform for announcements, news, and updates, ensuring that all employees are always informed. For example, a company can immediately publish important corporate news, such as changes in company policy, which increases transparency. A survey by AIIM ( [Intranet Benefits Survey](https://www.aiim.org/resources/research/intranet-benefits-survey)) shows that 80% of employees say that an intranet helps them find information faster.

### Efficient information management

Employees can quickly find and access documents, policies, and processes, saving time. For example: A wholesale company implemented an intranet and reduced the time employees needed to search for supplier information by 30%, as described in a case study by Gartner ( [Intranet Case Studies](https://www.gartner.com/doc/intranet-case-studies)).

### Increased productivity

By streamlining processes and providing easy access to tools and information, employees can work more efficiently. A study by Gartner estimates that companies with effective intranets achieve a 20% increase in productivity ( [Gartner Productivity Report](https://www.gartner.com/doc/productivity-report-2023)).

### Better employee retention

Personalised content, recognition programmes, and interactive features such as forums can strengthen employee retention. One example is a technology company that increased employee satisfaction by 15% through an intranet with an internal recognition platform, as mentioned in an X post by an HR expert (HR Expert Post).

## To measure the success of an intranet, the following metrics and tools can be used:

| Metrik | Zweck | Werkzeug Beispiel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time spent searching for information | Measuring the time employees need to search | Google Analytics |
| Employee satisfaction | Assessing satisfaction with communication | SurveyMonkey |
| Productivity increase | Tracking efficiency gains through processes | Microsoft Power BI |
| Turnover rate | Analysing the impact on employee retention | SAP SuccessFactors |

## Conclusion: Make use of the benefits of a corporate intranet

The benefits of a corporate intranet – improved communication, efficient information management, increased productivity, and better employee retention – can transform your company. In a world where efficiency and collaboration are crucial, an intranet is an indispensable tool.

Next step: Consider how an intranet can improve your business processes. Download our free checklist to start planning, and contact us for a consultation.

These metrics help companies quantify the ROI of an intranet and make continuous improvements.

**Sources:**

- [Digital Collaboration and Productivity](https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insights/digital-collaboration-and-productivity)
- [Intranet Benefits Survey](https://www.aiim.org/resources/research/intranet-benefits-survey)
- [Intranet Case Studies](https://www.gartner.com/doc/intranet-case-studies)
- [Gartner Productivity Report](https://www.gartner.com/doc/productivity-report-2023)
- [Employee Engagement Survey](https://www.gallup.com/workplace/349484/state-of-the-global-workplace.aspx)
- [Cybersecurity and Intranets](https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/services/cybersecurity/intranets.html)

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