## [SharePoint alternative: take back control of your data with GoFAST ](/en/content/sharepoint-alternative-take-back-control-your-data-gofast) By GoFAST-Team on Thu, 03/12/2026 - 08:53 ![SharePoint alternative: take back control of your data with GoFAST ](/sites/default/files/gofast-alternative-sharepoint_0.png "SharePoint alternative: take back control of your data with GoFAST ") # GoFAST: the independent alternative to SharePoint for medium and large organisations In a context where organizations are seeking to **regain control of their data** and **reduce their dependence** on proprietary solutions, **GoFAST** stands out as a credible **alternative** to **SharePoint**, and more broadly to the Microsoft ecosystem (**Teams**, **Exchange**…). **GoFAST** enables organizations to **centralize** their documents, **streamline** collaboration and **structure** their business processes within a **unified platform**. ## An alternative to SharePoint for demanding organizations Many organizations have historically used SharePoint for document management and internal collaboration. However, several factors are now encouraging them to consider alternatives, including: - **Dependence** on proprietary ecosystems - **Licensing** and **migration costs** - Constraints related to **data hosting** - The growing need for **digital sovereignty** In response to these challenges, several issues are emerging for **medium-sized** and **large organizations**. ### Regaining control of data **SharePoint**, as an American solution, may allow non-European authorities to request access to data, even when it is **hosted in Europe.** This **legal dependency** represents a risk for the **confidentiality**, **compliance** and **security** of strategic information. A **sovereign alternative** makes it possible to guarantee **full control** over data and access. ### Improving real collaboration Although designed for collaboration, the platform may show certain limitations in complex environments: degraded performance with large document volumes, difficulty retrieving information, or sometimes complex customization. These constraints can lead users to bypass the system and weaken document governance. An alternative solution such as **GoFAST** encourages more structured and intuitive collaboration, suited to large teams and **complex workflows**. ### Simplifying administration of complex environments In large organizations, the multiplication of workspaces, document duplicates, or inconsistencies in rights management can gradually cause **SharePoint** to lose its role as a central repository. Migrating to a sovereign alternative helps simplify administration and strengthen document governance. ### Ensuring performance suited to intensive usage For multi-site organizations handling large volumes of documents, slowdowns or synchronization issues may appear, directly impacting productivity. A collaborative platform designed for these uses ensures stable performance adapted to demanding environments. ### Regaining freedom from the Microsoft ecosystem **SharePoint** depends heavily on the **Microsoft 365** environment (**Teams, OneDrive, Power Automate, Copilot**). This integration may limit the adoption of third-party tools and **increase licensing costs**. An alternative provides greater technological freedom and flexibility to integrate business tools. ### Addressing AI and confidentiality challenges The rise of artificial intelligence in collaborative tools also raises questions regarding **data storage** and the use of prompts. Many organizations are now looking for **sovereign** and **controlled AI solutions**, reinforcing the interest in alternatives to **SharePoint**. ## A concrete response to digital sovereignty challenges Beyond a simple **DMS** (Document Management System), **GoFAST** offers a complete **collaborative environment** integrating advanced **document management**, real-time **document co-editing**, **version management** and **traceability**, **workflows** and **document approvals**, **task** and **project management**, **instant messaging**, **videoconferencing** as well as a powerful **document search** engine. This approach allows organizations to replace multiple tools (file servers, **DMS**, collaborative solutions) with a single, secure and integrated platform. **Access rights management** relies on clear and controlled rules, ensuring that each user can only access relevant information. Designed to operate at scale, GoFAST can support thousands of users, millions of documents and complex workflows, while enabling structured collaboration with **version tracking**, secure exchanges and compliance with governance rules. The platform is also part of a **digital sovereignty approach**: data is hosted in **Europe** via a **SaaS** offering qualified **SecNumCloud**, ensuring **security**, **confidentiality**, **resilience** and **GDPR compliance**. **OpenSource** reinforces **transparency**, **auditability** and **technological independence from proprietary solutions subject to extraterritorial legislation**, while the intuitive interface facilitates adoption and enables rapid and sustainable deployment within organizations. In a context where digital sovereignty has become a strategic issue for both public and private organizations, GoFAST stands out from dominant SaaS solutions by offering complete control over infrastructure and data. The platform can be deployed according to several models, offering great flexibility: - On-Premise - Dedicated SaaS ## GoFAST VS SharePoint GoFASTSharePointType of solutionCollaborative platform available as sovereign SaaS (SecNumCloud) or On-Premise.Collaborative platform integrated into Microsoft 365, available in the cloud.DeploymentFast implementation, operational in less than 24 hours depending on the context.Longer deployment requiring configuration and setup by IT teams.User interfaceClear and ergonomic interface for quick adoption.Comprehensive but denser interface, requiring learning for new users.CustomizationConfiguration and adaptation according to business needs.Large potential through specific developments (SharePoint Framework).User managementSimple administration with role and permission management.Advanced management via Active Directory, technical skills often required.Integrated applicationsUnified platform: **document management** (Alfresco), **co-authoring** (OnlyOffice), **chat** (Element), **video conferencing** (Jitsi), **forms** (Survey JS), **workflow** (Bonitasoft), **email** (Openxchange), **AI** (Mistral), **search** (Solr).Completed through Microsoft 365: Teams, OneDrive, Outlook.Search engineAdvanced search with full-text indexing.Search via Microsoft Search.Mobility / mobile accessAccessible via web browser, computer, tablet or smartphone.Access via SharePoint or Microsoft 365 applications.Automation / workflowsCreation of automated processes through integrated modules.Advanced automation with Power Automate.Security and complianceHosting in Europe with SecNumCloud qualification or On-Premise.Compliance with Microsoft standards and international certifications.Support and assistanceSupport from dedicated teams: assistance, training and project support.Microsoft support complemented by partners for complex projects.Target audienceMedium to large organizations looking for a sovereign and simple platform.Medium to large companies already integrated into Microsoft 365.Data sovereigntyData hosted in Europe or on internal infrastructure.Data hosted in the Microsoft cloud.AI integrationGoFAST AI assistant based on the Mistral model.AI integration through Microsoft Copilot.## Growing adoption among organizations Our GoFAST solution is now **used by administrations, local authorities, large companies and international organizations...** to **modernize** their collaborative work environment and **strengthen** document governance. In recent years, we have supported many organizations looking for a **SharePoint alternative** in their **migration to GoFAST**, enabling them to **regain control of their data**, **strengthen the security of their document system** and **reduce costs related to licensing and maintenance**. This is notably the case for the **Department of Haute-Savoie**, which we supported throughout its transition to a sovereign collaborative platform. Other organizations such as the **Police Academy of the French National Police**, the **European Union Drugs Agency** in Portugal, the **University of Le Mans**, the **Occitanie Region** and the **City of Nanterre** have also chosen our solution. Organizations that have **migrated from SharePoint to GoFAST** generally observe rapid **productivity gains**, particularly thanks to: - better **visibility** of documents - more fluid **collaboration** between teams - a **reduction** in time spent searching for information ## From an IT perspective, the migration also allows: - **simplified** administration - **centralized** support - a **reduction** in costs related to specific developments Security and traceability are strengthened, while the migration process is designed to be progressive, secure and without service interruption, with a complete transfer of documents, permissions and workflows. Migrating to GoFAST represents a comprehensive collaborative transformation, combining **productivity**, **security**, **cost control** and rapid adoption by teams. ## Conclusion **GoFAST** now stands as a credible **alternative** to SharePoint for **medium-sized** and **large organizations** seeking to regain control of their data. It combines **security**, **flexibility**, **performance** and **ergonomics**, while ensuring **full data control**. GoFAST is a **strategic**, **reliable** and **sustainable** solution.