SharePoint Extranets are the ideal way for organisations to communicate and collaborate effectively over a secure web connection. All SharePoint extranet users must log into the application in order to view content and data. Once this connection has been established, companies can use extranets to present any information that would otherwise only be available to internal users.
SharePoint Extranets are commonly used as portals for companies accelerate their business by communicating information to suppliers and customers alike. Organisations in a wide range of industries are establishing new relationships with their business partners and reducing the cost of doing so in the same process.
If your organisation is planning an extranet solution you should consider the following:
How will my users connect securely to the extranet site?
How will I manage their user accounts and company data?
How do I ensure they only gain access to the intended content?
How can I enhance, scale and manage my new extranet site?