Functions of an Intranet in the Real Estate Office
Document Sharing: Folders, very similar to the folders in your computer My Documents section, are created and files can be uploaded and stored for access by all members. Permissions are set for each folder to allow only those authorized to gain access and view the documents. Company operations manuals, personnel documents, training materials and shareable marketing brochures are all examples of the type of documents that might be stored and shared.
Individual and Group Calendars: Most intranet services allow the synchronizing of a member’s Outlook or Palm device with the Calendar Function. Items and meetings marked Private will be visible only to the individual member under their login. Group items will be visible to all. You can also set up groups within the company, such as Admin or Agents,and set meetings and events that will be visible only to the assigned group. Members can RSVP to their meeting invitations.
Shared and Individual Tasks: As with the Calendar, members can share group tasks, maintain private task lists, and sync with their Outlook and Palm devices. Brokers can assign tasks to Agents, or Agents to Assistants. A Transaction Coordinator can enter and assign tasks for closings.
by: James Kimmons
Source: realestate.about.com