TL;DR — The 10 Best SharePoint Consulting Firms for 2026
If you need the short answer: these are the 10 firms that consistently deliver enterprise SharePoint implementations without the disasters I have seen from dozens of failed projects over 25 years.
- SharePoint Support (sharepointsupport.com) — Best for regulated-industry migrations and 24/7 managed support
- AvePoint — Best for migration tooling and SaaS governance platforms
- Avanade — Best for large-scale Accenture/Microsoft joint deployments
- Hitachi Solutions — Best for Dynamics 365 + SharePoint integrated environments
- Rackspace Technology — Best for Azure-heavy hybrid cloud SharePoint
- Bamboo Solutions — Best for SharePoint add-ons and custom development
- Netwoven — Best for digital workplace and intranet transformations
- Slalom — Best for change management alongside SharePoint rollouts
- Catapult Systems — Best for mid-market SharePoint implementations
- KWizCom — Best for SharePoint forms and workflow customization
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How We Selected These Firms
I have been working in the Microsoft ecosystem since before SharePoint existed. I was on the original SharePoint beta team (Project Tahoe) and the Power BI beta team (Project Crescent). I have authored four Microsoft Press bestsellers and led over 5,200 SharePoint implementations across healthcare, financial services, government, and Fortune 500 enterprises. That context matters because this is not a list I assembled from Google searches — it is based on 25 years of working alongside, competing against, and cleaning up after these firms.
Selection criteria (weighted):
| Criteria | Weight | What We Evaluated |
|----------|--------|-------------------|
| Microsoft Partnership Tier | 25% | Solutions Partner designations, specializations, direct Microsoft relationship |
| Migration & Implementation Volume | 25% | Number of completed projects, data volumes handled, user counts |
| Compliance & Regulated Industry Expertise | 20% | HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, GDPR, FINRA certifications and track record |
| Client Reviews & Outcomes | 20% | Clutch ratings, G2 reviews, case study quality, reference-ability |
| Post-Implementation Support | 10% | Managed services, SLA guarantees, ongoing governance |
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1. SharePoint Support (sharepointsupport.com)
Best for: Regulated-industry migrations, 24/7 enterprise support, compliance-heavy environments
SharePoint Support is the SharePoint-focused division of EPC Group, founded in 2001. Full disclosure — this is our firm, and I am listing us because our credentials are independently verifiable and our track record speaks for itself. We have completed over 500 SharePoint migrations and serve 1,000+ enterprise clients. Our largest single migration was 50TB across 15,000 users with zero data loss.
What sets us apart: I was a member of Microsoft's original SharePoint beta team (Project Tahoe) and authored the Microsoft Press SharePoint deployment guide. We do not just implement SharePoint — we have been building on it since before it was a product. Our compliance practice covers HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and FINRA, and we maintain 24/7 support with a contractual 1-hour SLA for critical issues.
Strengths:
- 500+ completed migrations (on-prem to Online, tenant-to-tenant, cross-platform)
- Deep compliance expertise for healthcare, financial services, and government
- 24/7 managed support with guaranteed response times
- Microsoft Copilot for SharePoint readiness assessments and deployment
- SharePoint 2019 end-of-life migration specialists
Considerations:
- Primarily serves North American enterprises
- Best suited for organizations with 500+ users
Pricing: Consulting from $175/hour. Managed support from $2,500/month. Fixed-price migration engagements available.
Clutch Rating: 4.9/5 | G2: Leader 2026
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2. AvePoint
Best for: Organizations that need both migration tooling and ongoing governance automation
AvePoint started as a SharePoint backup and migration tool vendor and has evolved into a comprehensive Microsoft 365 governance platform. Their FLY migration tool is one of the most reliable enterprise migration platforms available, and their Cloud Governance product automates lifecycle management, provisioning, and policy enforcement at scale.
Strengths:
- FLY migration tool handles complex multi-tenant scenarios
- Cloud Governance automates site provisioning and lifecycle
- Strong Microsoft 365 backup and disaster recovery
- Public company (AVPT) with enterprise stability
Considerations:
- Primarily a product company — consulting is secondary to software
- Best value when you adopt their full platform, not just one-off consulting
- Less hands-on implementation support compared to pure consulting firms
Pricing: Software licensing plus professional services. Migration tool pricing is per-user.
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3. Avanade
Best for: Fortune 500 deployments requiring Accenture's scale with Microsoft's depth
Avanade is the Accenture/Microsoft joint venture, which means they have essentially unlimited access to Microsoft engineering resources and the delivery capacity to handle 100,000+ user deployments. If you are a Fortune 500 company with a complex global Microsoft environment, Avanade is a safe choice.
Strengths:
- Direct Microsoft joint venture — deepest Microsoft relationship of any partner
- Handles massive global deployments (50,000+ users)
- Full-stack Microsoft capability (Azure, Dynamics, M365, Power Platform)
- Strong change management and user adoption methodology
Considerations:
- Enterprise pricing — typically $300–$500/hour, $250K+ minimum engagements
- Slower to mobilize than boutique firms — expect 4–8 week ramp-up
- You will likely work with junior consultants managed by senior architects
- Not cost-effective for organizations under 5,000 users
Pricing: $250K+ minimum engagements. Blended rates $300–$500/hour.
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4. Hitachi Solutions
Best for: Organizations running Dynamics 365 alongside SharePoint
Hitachi Solutions excels at the intersection of Dynamics 365 and SharePoint — if your CRM or ERP data needs to flow into SharePoint document management, they have done it hundreds of times. Their Microsoft partnership is deep, and they have particular strength in manufacturing and distribution verticals.
Strengths:
- Strong Dynamics 365 + SharePoint integration expertise
- Manufacturing and distribution vertical specialization
- Solid Azure and data analytics capabilities
- Global delivery with US-based project management
Considerations:
- SharePoint is not their primary focus — it is part of a broader Microsoft practice
- Better for integrated Microsoft stack projects than pure SharePoint engagements
- Mid-to-large enterprise focus ($100K+ engagements)
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5. Rackspace Technology
Best for: Hybrid cloud environments where SharePoint runs alongside heavy Azure workloads
Rackspace brings infrastructure expertise that most SharePoint consultants lack. If your SharePoint migration is part of a broader Azure migration — moving VMs, databases, and applications alongside SharePoint — Rackspace handles the full stack. Their managed cloud services are particularly strong.
Strengths:
- Full Azure infrastructure + SharePoint migration under one roof
- Strong managed services for ongoing cloud operations
- Hybrid cloud expertise (on-prem + Azure + SharePoint Online)
- 24/7 infrastructure monitoring and support
Considerations:
- SharePoint consulting is part of a broader cloud practice, not a specialty
- Less depth in SharePoint governance and information architecture
- Infrastructure-first approach may not prioritize user experience
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6. Bamboo Solutions
Best for: Custom SharePoint development, web parts, and workflow extensions
Bamboo Solutions has been building SharePoint add-ons since the SharePoint 2003 era. They offer a library of pre-built web parts and custom development services for organizations that need SharePoint to do things the out-of-box product does not support. If you need custom forms, complex workflows, or specialized web parts, Bamboo is worth evaluating.
Strengths:
- Deep custom SharePoint development expertise
- Library of pre-built web parts and solutions
- Long SharePoint track record (20+ years)
- Strong SPFx (SharePoint Framework) development
Considerations:
- Smaller firm — limited capacity for very large deployments
- Custom development adds ongoing maintenance burden
- Less focus on governance and compliance than regulated-industry specialists
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7. Netwoven
Best for: Digital workplace transformations and modern intranet design
Netwoven positions itself as a digital workplace consultancy with SharePoint at the center. They are particularly strong at designing modern intranets using SharePoint hub sites, Viva Connections, and custom SPFx solutions. If your primary goal is employee engagement and internal communications, Netwoven brings a user-experience focus that more technical firms often lack.
Strengths:
- Strong intranet design and digital workplace strategy
- Viva Connections and Viva Engage integration expertise
- Modern SharePoint branding and UX
- Content migration and information architecture
Considerations:
- Less depth in compliance-heavy regulated environments
- Primarily US-based, limited global delivery
- More focused on intranets than migration or support
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8. Slalom
Best for: Organizations that need change management and user adoption alongside SharePoint deployment
Slalom is a management and technology consulting firm with local offices in 40+ cities. Their strength is combining SharePoint technical implementation with organizational change management — they do not just deploy the technology, they ensure your people actually use it. This matters because the #1 reason SharePoint implementations fail is poor adoption, not technical issues.
Strengths:
- Strong change management and user adoption methodology
- Local presence in 40+ US cities
- Full Microsoft 365 capability beyond just SharePoint
- Training and enablement programs
Considerations:
- Generalist consulting firm — SharePoint is one practice among many
- Premium pricing ($250–$400/hour blended rates)
- Depth of SharePoint-specific expertise varies by office location
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9. Catapult Systems
Best for: Mid-market organizations ($50M–$500M revenue) that need right-sized SharePoint implementations
Catapult Systems (now part of Avanade) serves the mid-market well — organizations that need serious SharePoint expertise but do not have Fortune 500 budgets. They have strong Power Platform integration capabilities and a pragmatic implementation approach that avoids over-engineering.
Strengths:
- Right-sized for mid-market budgets and timelines
- Strong Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) integration
- Practical implementation approach — delivers working solutions fast
- Good geographic coverage in the US
Considerations:
- Now part of Avanade — integration may affect pricing and engagement models
- Less depth in highly regulated environments (HIPAA, FedRAMP)
- Not ideal for 10,000+ user mega-deployments
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10. KWizCom
Best for: SharePoint forms, workflows, and list management customization
KWizCom specializes in SharePoint productivity tools — forms, workflows, charts, and list management extensions. They are not a full-service consulting firm, but if your SharePoint challenges center on business process automation and data collection within SharePoint lists, their tools and implementation services are strong.
Strengths:
- Specialized SharePoint forms and workflow tooling
- Pre-built solutions reduce custom development time
- Good for departmental SharePoint automation projects
- Competitive pricing for tool-based implementations
Considerations:
- Narrow focus — not a full SharePoint consulting firm
- Tools may not be necessary with Power Platform maturity
- Limited migration and governance capabilities
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How to Choose the Right SharePoint Consulting Firm
The right firm depends on your specific situation. Here is the decision framework I use:
If you are in a regulated industry (healthcare, finance, government): Choose a firm with explicit compliance credentials — HIPAA BAA experience, SOC 2 audit support, or FedRAMP deployment history. SharePoint Support and AvePoint have the deepest compliance practices.
If you are migrating from on-prem to Online: Prioritize firms with 100+ completed migrations and zero-data-loss guarantees. Ask for references from similar-sized environments.
If you need a modern intranet: Prioritize firms with strong UX design capabilities and Viva Connections experience. Netwoven and Slalom excel here.
If you need ongoing support after deployment: Evaluate managed services SLAs carefully. 24/7 support with guaranteed response times costs more but prevents the 2 AM outage that costs your organization $50K+ in lost productivity.
If you are on SharePoint 2019: You have until October 14, 2026 before end of support. Start your migration assessment now — not next quarter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SharePoint consulting cost?
Enterprise SharePoint consulting typically ranges from $150–$500/hour depending on firm size and specialization. Project-based engagements range from $15,000 for assessments to $500,000+ for large migrations. Managed support retainers start at $2,500/month.
What should I look for in a SharePoint consulting firm?
Three things: (1) Microsoft Solutions Partner designation — this is the minimum credential bar. (2) Completed projects similar to yours in size, industry, and complexity. (3) References you can actually call, not just case studies on a website.
How long does a SharePoint implementation take?
Team site deployment: 2–4 weeks. Full intranet for 1,000–5,000 users: 2–4 months. Enterprise migration for 10,000+ users: 3–6 months. The timeline depends on content volume, customization complexity, and compliance requirements.
What is the difference between SharePoint Online and SharePoint Server?
SharePoint Online is cloud-hosted by Microsoft as part of Microsoft 365 — no infrastructure to manage, automatic updates, and native Copilot AI integration. SharePoint Server runs on your own infrastructure with more control but requires your team to manage updates, patches, and security. For 90%+ of organizations in 2026, SharePoint Online is the right choice.
When should I hire a SharePoint consultant vs. doing it in-house?
Hire a consultant when: you are migrating environments (the risk of data loss is too high to learn on the job), you need compliance expertise you do not have internally, or your in-house team lacks SharePoint architecture experience. Keep it in-house when: you have experienced SharePoint admins and the project is routine site management or content updates.
Is SharePoint HIPAA compliant?
SharePoint Online can be configured for HIPAA compliance, but it requires specific setup: Business Associate Agreement with Microsoft, Purview sensitivity labels for PHI, DLP policies, audit logging, and regular access reviews. The platform supports HIPAA — but compliance is a configuration and governance exercise, not a default setting.
What happens when SharePoint 2019 reaches end of life?
SharePoint Server 2019 support ends October 14, 2026 with no extended support phase. After that date: no security patches, no bug fixes, no Microsoft technical support. Organizations still running SP2019 face security vulnerabilities, compliance violations, and operational risk. Migration to SharePoint Online should begin immediately.
Can SharePoint integrate with Microsoft Copilot?
Yes — Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 uses SharePoint as its primary knowledge base. Copilot can search documents, summarize files, draft content, and answer questions using your SharePoint data. However, Copilot readiness requires proper governance: clean permissions, accurate metadata, sensitivity labels, and content currency.
Written by Errin O'Connor
Founder, CEO & Chief AI Architect | Microsoft Press Bestselling Author | 25+ Years Microsoft Ecosystem
Errin O'Connor is a Microsoft Press bestselling author of 4 books covering SharePoint, Power BI, Azure, and large-scale migrations. He leads our SharePoint consulting practice with expertise spanning 500+ enterprise migrations and compliance implementations across HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP environments.
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