Optimize SharePoint Storage: How Version History Limits Can Help

In my recent blog post, Hidden Connection Between SharePoint File Versioning and Storage,  I delved into the mechanics of file versioning in SharePoint. Each version is a full copy of the file, meaning that large files can rapidly consume storage space. For instance, a 200MB PowerPoint file with 10 versions will use up 2GB of storage. If you have 500 such files, that’s a whopping 1TB of storage consumed. This versioning system can lead to SharePoint becoming cluttered with outdated and often irrelevant file versions. However, it’s not all bad news. Microsoft has recently introduced Version History Limits (Preview), which offers better control over file versions at both the organization and site levels. With these new limits, you can optimize SharePoint storage by deleting excessive versions, thereby freeing up and making better use of your valuable storage space.

Let’s explore how to use Version History Limits to optimize SharePoint storage and enhance your document management efficiency.


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The Hidden Connection Between SharePoint File Versioning and Storage Management

Today, effective document management is crucial in the digital workplace. SharePoint offers strong file versioning capabilities that ensure every edit and update is recorded, creating a comprehensive version history. This feature not only facilitates seamless collaboration but also acts as a safeguard against accidental deletions or alterations. By maintaining a detailed version history, SharePoint upholds document integrity and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Many organizations are approaching their SharePoint storage limits and are asking the question: “Do I really need to buy more SharePoint storage, or is there a better way?”

So how does SharePoint File Versioning impact your storage management? In this post, we’ll explore the relationship between SharePoint file versioning and storage and provide tips to optimize your SharePoint environment.


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Speaking at Workplace Ninjas User Group Denmark | August 2024

I had the opportunity to present a session at the Workplace Ninjas User Group Denmark on the 9 August 2024. Workplace Ninjas User group Denmark, is a community group that has been set up to arrange meet-ups for people who want to share knowledge about the latest in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure for IT administrators.


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Speaking at Norwegian Microsoft 365 Community |May 2024

I had the opportunity to present a session at the Norwegian Microsoft 365 Community online user group on the 24 May 2024. The Norwegian Microsoft 365 Community a group of Norwegian professionals and enthusiasts who come together to share knowledge, experiences, and best practices related to Microsoft 365.


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Speaking at Commsverse 2024 | June 2024

I presented at Commsverse 2024, which took place on June 26-27, 2024 at Mercedes Benz World, UK. Commsverse is a community conference focused on Microsoft Teams and the AI-enabled workplace. The event had over 700 attendees, featured over 70 sessions across two days, and included an exhibition floor.


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Speaking at European Collaboration Summit 2024 | May 2024

I had the opportunity to present a session at the European Collaboration Summit 2024 on May 14-16, 2024, in Wiesbaden, Germany. The summit is the largest conference in the world focused on Modern Work, Microsoft 365, and Copilot, with 3000 attendees in attendance.


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Speaking at IntraTeam Event 2024 | April 2024

I had the chance to present two sessions at the IntraTeam Event 2024. The first event took place on 9-10 April 2024 in Copenhagen, Denmark, and the second was an online event held on 19-20 June 2024. The IntraTeam in-person event had over 85 attendees and 20 sessions focused on modern intranets, communication, collaboration, and AI on Microsoft 365.


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Speaking at Teams Nation 2024 | February 2024

I had the opportunity to present a session at Teams Nation 2024 on 21 February 2024. Teams Nation is a free, community-driven online conference dedicated to Microsoft Teams, its underlying technologies, and extensibility options. It featured over 70 sessions across multiple tracks covering topics like Adoption & Governance, Security & Compliance, Productivity, Meetings & Calling, Education & Community, Build & Extend, Devices & Spaces, and The Power Platform.


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Speaking at M365 ReVival Copilot edition 2024 | February 2024

I had the opportunity to present two sessions at M365Revival – Copilot Edition which was held on 15 February 15 2024, in Oslo, Norway. The theme of the event this year was “Copilot in the Flow of Your Work and powered by Viva to drive change.” The event consisted of 12 sessions across two tracks – one for HR, communications, and adoption, and another for IT Pros to bring together over 70 professionals from various backgrounds.


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Keeping Your Microsoft Certification Badges Accurate and Visible

When displaying your hard-earned Microsoft certifications on platforms like Credly and LinkedIn, accuracy is crucial. It can be frustrating to see some of your certification badges marked as expired. In this blog post, we will walk you through the steps to ensure that your Microsoft certification badges remain accurate and visible, even after the transition from Credly to Microsoft Learn. Let’s dive in and ensure that your professional achievements are accurately represented, as they truly deserve! 🌟


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