In 2003 Caris was just opening their doors and needed a way to connect the three computers (that were the company at that time) and a solution that was scalable and could accommodate the planned growth and multiple locations. Some of the objectives Caris needed to accomplish were:

• Establish a Network, Intranet and Extranet
• Collaborate throughout Multiple Locations
• Provide Employee Training and Orientation
• A Company wide Calendar
• A Repository  for Meeting Minutes and Files

Caris utilizes SharePoint as their server, storing all pertinent files in online Document, Image and Form Libraries. This has made it easy for them to collaborate across multiple locations. Caris has also taken advantage of this secure online environment to provide orientation and training to their employees. Using audio/visual presentations for training has saved and enormous amount of time and energy.

Caris makes use of SharePoint's Meeting WorkSpace to document and catalog board meeting agendas, minutes, files and tasks. They are also using SharePoint Surveys as a convenient way to collect Medicare required information from their patients.