In this episode of Ask Sympraxis, we take a deep dive into Microsoft’s retirement of Classic Publishing Site creation and why it matters. We explain what publishing sites are, which related features are being retired, how to find them in your environment, and what you should be using instead. If your organization still relies on these classic templates, this change will affect you.
Customization, Integration & Extension
Microsoft 365, coupled with the Viva Suite, is renowned for its powerful out-of-the-box capabilities. Nevertheless, it is important to acknowledge that every organization has unique requirements that may necessitate custom development to unlock the full potential of these tools. Deciding which path to take, determining which services to leverage within the platform, and assessing the viability of investing in custom functionality can be complex and challenging.
With our extensive experience and expertise in Microsoft 365 development, we are well-positioned to guide you through these crucial decisions. Our team has a proven track record of successfully implementing custom solutions and addressing diverse business problems effectively. We have a deep understanding of the platform’s capabilities, limitations, and integration points, enabling us to provide strategic recommendations tailored to your specific business objectives. We possess a strong commitment to meticulously assessing your requirements, analyzing your existing infrastructure, and offering tailored solutions that align with your unique needs.
Our aim is to help you make the most of your Microsoft 365 investment. By leveraging our expertise, you can minimize the risks, ensuring that you choose the right services and functionalities to drive your organization forward. Our emphasis on reducing the total cost of ownership means that we consider the long-term sustainability and scalability of the solutions we develop for you.
Our areas of expertise
- User interface (UI) design, design services, and solution reviews, including user research, all with the goal to provide a great user experience (UX)
- List form customization when the out of the box forms require extensive internal logic
- Custom search-driven experiences implemented with PnP Modern Search
- Custom business solutions built with the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) or Teams Toolkit that work seamlessly within SharePoint and Microsoft Teams
- Automation scenarios, such as provisioning SharePoint sites and Microsoft Teams or integrating with other Saas or on-premises hosted platforms.
- Workflow and business process automation using Power Automate, Logic Apps, or custom code.
Examples of our publicly available solutions are:
- Adaptive Card Extensions Design Template Gallery and Personal App
- COVID Attestation App
- Executive Meeting Reservations App
- Microsoft 365 Learning Pathways
- World Clock App
Dive Deeper with related 'Ask Sympraxis' episodes
Classic Publishing Site Creation Retirement
Recorded live on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 12:30:00 pm ET
SharePoint 2013 Workflow and Related Technology Retirement
Recorded live on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 12:30:00 pm ET
In this Ask Sympraxis session, we explore the upcoming retirement of SharePoint 2013 workflows and the deprecation of several other legacy technologies. This discussion dives into what’s being phased out, the retirement timeline, how to assess your environment, tools to help with the transition, and modern alternatives. If your organization still relies on these aging components, now is the time to prepare.