2024
WeLounge - Welocalize Modern Intranet
How We Turned Welocalize’s Intranet Into the Company’s Digital Heartbeat
Intranet
Digital Workplace
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Welocalize’s outdated intranet was fragmented, hard to navigate, and underused. Employees lacked a single hub for resources and collaboration, leading to frustration, wasted time, and low engagement.
Modern Intranet Solutions for the Digital Workplace
Welocalize faced a growing challenge: their outdated intranet was failing the business. Employees across the globe were working in isolation, struggling to find basic resources, and drowning IT in support requests. Collaboration was limited, engagement was stagnant, and the existing platform had become a barrier rather than an enabler.
To fix this, Welocalize needed more than a redesign, they needed a scalable digital workplace that unified communication, simplified workflows, and transformed the way their teams connected.
Problem
Why Welocalize Needed a Modern Intranet to Connect a Global Workforce, Addressing the Challenges of an Outdated Intranet
The old intranet was… well, old.
Content was buried in a maze of outdated pages. Employees didn’t know where to find the latest HR form or company announcement. Wins went unnoticed because there was no clear place to share them.
New hires? They were dropped into the chaos on day one, forced to piece things together through email threads and Slack messages.
And as Welocalize grew, so did the disconnect. Teams felt isolated. Leadership had no clear way to reach people. The intranet had gone from "helpful tool" to "digital junk drawer."
When a company scales this fast, chaos isn’t a risk. It’s a guarantee.
Goal 1: A Single Source of Truth
We set out to end the "Where do I find this?" game once and for all.
The vision: one place for everything news, resources, and updates. No more guessing. No more digging through outdated links. Just a clear, well-structured hub that actually worked for everyone, from new hires to senior leadership.
Goal 2: Celebrate Wins, Share Stories
Welocalize is global. Their teams are everywhere. But their stories? Lost in the noise.
We wanted to change that. We created a space where employees could see each other’s wins, celebrate success, and feel connected across time zones. Not just a platform for HR updates but a stage for the people who make the company run.
Goal 3: Give Everyone a Voice
Old intranets are one-way streets: leadership posts, everyone else scrolls.
We flipped that. Employees needed a way to share ideas, give feedback, and shape the company culture in real time. We built an experience that made contribution easy, visible, and rewarding.
Goal 4: Onboarding That Actually Works
For new hires, day one used to mean confusion and frustration.
We reimagined onboarding. Now, every new team member lands in a space that feels welcoming, organized, and clear. Training materials, policies, and collaboration tools are exactly where they should be no scavenger hunt required.
Goal 5: Culture You Can See
Welocalize has a vibrant, people-first culture. The old intranet didn’t reflect it.
We wanted to change that. From design to content strategy, every decision was built to mirror the energy, diversity, and humanity of the company itself.
Solution
Building a True Digital HQ for Welocalize
Welocalize didn’t need another intranet. They needed a headquarters a single, living platform where 2,000+ employees and 10,000+ freelance staff could connect, collaborate, and celebrate wins.
We called it WeLounge.
What We Delivered
We started with the homepage the front door of the company. It had to feel bold, global, and unmistakably Welocalize. We designed a dynamic layout with live news, IT updates, and team spotlights so employees saw something new every time they logged in.
No more hunting for files or wondering where events were posted. Resource libraries, announcements, and team highlights were brought together in one clean, intuitive space that replaced confusion with confidence.
Bold, branded homepage that immediately feels like Welocalize — global energy meets professional polish.
Live news and updates feed featuring announcements, IT changes, and team spotlights.
Interactive features for feedback and recognition so employees could celebrate milestones in real time.
Dynamic resource libraries that made "Where’s that file?" a thing of the past.
Events, services, and team highlights just one click away.
Culture & Connection
We knew this platform couldn’t just be functional it had to feel alive. We built sections for real employee stories, office spotlights, and leadership messages to create a sense of connection that went beyond email.
By tying in feedback loops and dedicated spaces for global events, WeLounge became more than an intranet. It became a place where people could see each other, share wins, and feel part of a global team.
Real faces, real stories: team photos, office spotlights, and leadership messages that brought the company’s people-first culture front and center.
Built-in feedback loops tied to the “4 Pillars” of employee experience.
Dedicated sections for services, capabilities, and global team events to foster connection across regions.
Under the Hood
A beautiful intranet is useless if it’s hard to maintain. We delivered a responsive SharePoint Modern UI that worked on any device and gave content owners drag-and-drop control to keep it fresh without IT intervention.
Strong tagging and Microsoft Search integration meant employees could find exactly what they needed in seconds. Meanwhile, analytics tools gave admins the visibility they’d been missing for years.
Responsive SharePoint Modern UI that looked sharp on any device.
Drag-and-drop editing tools that empowered content owners to keep everything fresh.
Intelligent tagging and Microsoft Search integration for quick access to critical info.
Admin dashboards for publishing, analytics, and governance control.
Tech & Design Stack
Behind the scenes, WeLounge runs on a robust foundation: SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, and Azure. We designed every component in Figma, optimized media through Cloudinary, and implemented structured data for SEO and lightning-fast load times.
The result? A scalable platform that could grow with Welocalize, not hold them back.
Platform: SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, Power Platform
Backend: Azure Online
Design: Figma, SharePoint Designer, Adobe Photoshop
Image Handling: Cloudinary for optimized speed
Hosting: Microsoft 365
SEO: Structured data, lightning-fast load times, and accessible markup
Concept
Designing a Platform Built to Evolve
We didn’t just design pages. We built a system.
From day one, WeLounge was crafted as a modular design framework using SharePoint Online. This meant every component from layouts to navigation could scale with Welocalize as their tenant evolved. No more expensive rebuilds or design bottlenecks. Change was frictionless.
We established a clear visual hierarchy so employees always saw the most important information first. Custom iconography and photo treatments gave the site a unified, polished look. And because Welocalize is a truly global company, accessibility wasn’t a box to check it was a requirement.
Potential Value Delivered
We didn’t just launch a new intranet. We changed how employees connected with their company:
Company-wide engagement doubled in the first quarter.
“Where do I find…?” IT tickets dropped 60%.
Internal news readership increased 80%.
Employees said it best: “Feels like a real community now.”
Global teams began sharing wins, ideas, and updates like never before.
What’s Next
WeLounge is built to keep growing. Next on the roadmap:
Expanding self-service tools for HR and IT
Enhancing the mobile experience for frontline and remote workers
Deepening integration with Teams and other Microsoft 365 tools
Continuous user feedback loops to guide every new feature
Final Thoughts
A great intranet isn’t about pushing information. It’s about pulling people together.
With WeLounge, Welocalize now has a platform that’s not just keeping up with their growth it’s powering their culture and communication worldwide.
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2024
WeLounge - Welocalize Modern Intranet
How We Turned Welocalize’s Intranet Into the Company’s Digital Heartbeat
Intranet
Digital Workplace
Know More
Welocalize’s outdated intranet was fragmented, hard to navigate, and underused. Employees lacked a single hub for resources and collaboration, leading to frustration, wasted time, and low engagement.
Modern Intranet Solutions for the Digital Workplace
Welocalize faced a growing challenge: their outdated intranet was failing the business. Employees across the globe were working in isolation, struggling to find basic resources, and drowning IT in support requests. Collaboration was limited, engagement was stagnant, and the existing platform had become a barrier rather than an enabler.
To fix this, Welocalize needed more than a redesign, they needed a scalable digital workplace that unified communication, simplified workflows, and transformed the way their teams connected.
Problem
Why Welocalize Needed a Modern Intranet to Connect a Global Workforce, Addressing the Challenges of an Outdated Intranet
The old intranet was… well, old.
Content was buried in a maze of outdated pages. Employees didn’t know where to find the latest HR form or company announcement. Wins went unnoticed because there was no clear place to share them.
New hires? They were dropped into the chaos on day one, forced to piece things together through email threads and Slack messages.
And as Welocalize grew, so did the disconnect. Teams felt isolated. Leadership had no clear way to reach people. The intranet had gone from "helpful tool" to "digital junk drawer."
When a company scales this fast, chaos isn’t a risk. It’s a guarantee.
Goal 1: A Single Source of Truth
We set out to end the "Where do I find this?" game once and for all.
The vision: one place for everything news, resources, and updates. No more guessing. No more digging through outdated links. Just a clear, well-structured hub that actually worked for everyone, from new hires to senior leadership.
Goal 2: Celebrate Wins, Share Stories
Welocalize is global. Their teams are everywhere. But their stories? Lost in the noise.
We wanted to change that. We created a space where employees could see each other’s wins, celebrate success, and feel connected across time zones. Not just a platform for HR updates but a stage for the people who make the company run.
Goal 3: Give Everyone a Voice
Old intranets are one-way streets: leadership posts, everyone else scrolls.
We flipped that. Employees needed a way to share ideas, give feedback, and shape the company culture in real time. We built an experience that made contribution easy, visible, and rewarding.
Goal 4: Onboarding That Actually Works
For new hires, day one used to mean confusion and frustration.
We reimagined onboarding. Now, every new team member lands in a space that feels welcoming, organized, and clear. Training materials, policies, and collaboration tools are exactly where they should be no scavenger hunt required.
Goal 5: Culture You Can See
Welocalize has a vibrant, people-first culture. The old intranet didn’t reflect it.
We wanted to change that. From design to content strategy, every decision was built to mirror the energy, diversity, and humanity of the company itself.
Solution
Building a True Digital HQ for Welocalize
Welocalize didn’t need another intranet. They needed a headquarters a single, living platform where 2,000+ employees and 10,000+ freelance staff could connect, collaborate, and celebrate wins.
We called it WeLounge.
What We Delivered
We started with the homepage the front door of the company. It had to feel bold, global, and unmistakably Welocalize. We designed a dynamic layout with live news, IT updates, and team spotlights so employees saw something new every time they logged in.
No more hunting for files or wondering where events were posted. Resource libraries, announcements, and team highlights were brought together in one clean, intuitive space that replaced confusion with confidence.
Bold, branded homepage that immediately feels like Welocalize — global energy meets professional polish.
Live news and updates feed featuring announcements, IT changes, and team spotlights.
Interactive features for feedback and recognition so employees could celebrate milestones in real time.
Dynamic resource libraries that made "Where’s that file?" a thing of the past.
Events, services, and team highlights just one click away.
Culture & Connection
We knew this platform couldn’t just be functional it had to feel alive. We built sections for real employee stories, office spotlights, and leadership messages to create a sense of connection that went beyond email.
By tying in feedback loops and dedicated spaces for global events, WeLounge became more than an intranet. It became a place where people could see each other, share wins, and feel part of a global team.
Real faces, real stories: team photos, office spotlights, and leadership messages that brought the company’s people-first culture front and center.
Built-in feedback loops tied to the “4 Pillars” of employee experience.
Dedicated sections for services, capabilities, and global team events to foster connection across regions.
Under the Hood
A beautiful intranet is useless if it’s hard to maintain. We delivered a responsive SharePoint Modern UI that worked on any device and gave content owners drag-and-drop control to keep it fresh without IT intervention.
Strong tagging and Microsoft Search integration meant employees could find exactly what they needed in seconds. Meanwhile, analytics tools gave admins the visibility they’d been missing for years.
Responsive SharePoint Modern UI that looked sharp on any device.
Drag-and-drop editing tools that empowered content owners to keep everything fresh.
Intelligent tagging and Microsoft Search integration for quick access to critical info.
Admin dashboards for publishing, analytics, and governance control.
Tech & Design Stack
Behind the scenes, WeLounge runs on a robust foundation: SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, and Azure. We designed every component in Figma, optimized media through Cloudinary, and implemented structured data for SEO and lightning-fast load times.
The result? A scalable platform that could grow with Welocalize, not hold them back.
Platform: SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, Power Platform
Backend: Azure Online
Design: Figma, SharePoint Designer, Adobe Photoshop
Image Handling: Cloudinary for optimized speed
Hosting: Microsoft 365
SEO: Structured data, lightning-fast load times, and accessible markup
Concept
Designing a Platform Built to Evolve
We didn’t just design pages. We built a system.
From day one, WeLounge was crafted as a modular design framework using SharePoint Online. This meant every component from layouts to navigation could scale with Welocalize as their tenant evolved. No more expensive rebuilds or design bottlenecks. Change was frictionless.
We established a clear visual hierarchy so employees always saw the most important information first. Custom iconography and photo treatments gave the site a unified, polished look. And because Welocalize is a truly global company, accessibility wasn’t a box to check it was a requirement.
Potential Value Delivered
We didn’t just launch a new intranet. We changed how employees connected with their company:
Company-wide engagement doubled in the first quarter.
“Where do I find…?” IT tickets dropped 60%.
Internal news readership increased 80%.
Employees said it best: “Feels like a real community now.”
Global teams began sharing wins, ideas, and updates like never before.
What’s Next
WeLounge is built to keep growing. Next on the roadmap:
Expanding self-service tools for HR and IT
Enhancing the mobile experience for frontline and remote workers
Deepening integration with Teams and other Microsoft 365 tools
Continuous user feedback loops to guide every new feature
Final Thoughts
A great intranet isn’t about pushing information. It’s about pulling people together.
With WeLounge, Welocalize now has a platform that’s not just keeping up with their growth it’s powering their culture and communication worldwide.
More Works
DIGITAL MACGYVER
©1985
FAQ
01
What exactly does Digital MacGyver do?
02
Who hires you?
03
How do your consulting engagements work?
04
What’s your process like?
05
Do you offer coaching or mentorship?
06
What’s the difference between consulting and coaching with you?
07
How easy is it to edit for beginners?
08
Do I need to know how to code?
2024
WeLounge - Welocalize Modern Intranet
How We Turned Welocalize’s Intranet Into the Company’s Digital Heartbeat
Intranet
Digital Workplace
Know More
Welocalize’s outdated intranet was fragmented, hard to navigate, and underused. Employees lacked a single hub for resources and collaboration, leading to frustration, wasted time, and low engagement.
Modern Intranet Solutions for the Digital Workplace
Welocalize faced a growing challenge: their outdated intranet was failing the business. Employees across the globe were working in isolation, struggling to find basic resources, and drowning IT in support requests. Collaboration was limited, engagement was stagnant, and the existing platform had become a barrier rather than an enabler.
To fix this, Welocalize needed more than a redesign, they needed a scalable digital workplace that unified communication, simplified workflows, and transformed the way their teams connected.
Problem
Why Welocalize Needed a Modern Intranet to Connect a Global Workforce, Addressing the Challenges of an Outdated Intranet
The old intranet was… well, old.
Content was buried in a maze of outdated pages. Employees didn’t know where to find the latest HR form or company announcement. Wins went unnoticed because there was no clear place to share them.
New hires? They were dropped into the chaos on day one, forced to piece things together through email threads and Slack messages.
And as Welocalize grew, so did the disconnect. Teams felt isolated. Leadership had no clear way to reach people. The intranet had gone from "helpful tool" to "digital junk drawer."
When a company scales this fast, chaos isn’t a risk. It’s a guarantee.
Goal 1: A Single Source of Truth
We set out to end the "Where do I find this?" game once and for all.
The vision: one place for everything news, resources, and updates. No more guessing. No more digging through outdated links. Just a clear, well-structured hub that actually worked for everyone, from new hires to senior leadership.
Goal 2: Celebrate Wins, Share Stories
Welocalize is global. Their teams are everywhere. But their stories? Lost in the noise.
We wanted to change that. We created a space where employees could see each other’s wins, celebrate success, and feel connected across time zones. Not just a platform for HR updates but a stage for the people who make the company run.
Goal 3: Give Everyone a Voice
Old intranets are one-way streets: leadership posts, everyone else scrolls.
We flipped that. Employees needed a way to share ideas, give feedback, and shape the company culture in real time. We built an experience that made contribution easy, visible, and rewarding.
Goal 4: Onboarding That Actually Works
For new hires, day one used to mean confusion and frustration.
We reimagined onboarding. Now, every new team member lands in a space that feels welcoming, organized, and clear. Training materials, policies, and collaboration tools are exactly where they should be no scavenger hunt required.
Goal 5: Culture You Can See
Welocalize has a vibrant, people-first culture. The old intranet didn’t reflect it.
We wanted to change that. From design to content strategy, every decision was built to mirror the energy, diversity, and humanity of the company itself.
Solution
Building a True Digital HQ for Welocalize
Welocalize didn’t need another intranet. They needed a headquarters a single, living platform where 2,000+ employees and 10,000+ freelance staff could connect, collaborate, and celebrate wins.
We called it WeLounge.
What We Delivered
We started with the homepage the front door of the company. It had to feel bold, global, and unmistakably Welocalize. We designed a dynamic layout with live news, IT updates, and team spotlights so employees saw something new every time they logged in.
No more hunting for files or wondering where events were posted. Resource libraries, announcements, and team highlights were brought together in one clean, intuitive space that replaced confusion with confidence.
Bold, branded homepage that immediately feels like Welocalize — global energy meets professional polish.
Live news and updates feed featuring announcements, IT changes, and team spotlights.
Interactive features for feedback and recognition so employees could celebrate milestones in real time.
Dynamic resource libraries that made "Where’s that file?" a thing of the past.
Events, services, and team highlights just one click away.
Culture & Connection
We knew this platform couldn’t just be functional it had to feel alive. We built sections for real employee stories, office spotlights, and leadership messages to create a sense of connection that went beyond email.
By tying in feedback loops and dedicated spaces for global events, WeLounge became more than an intranet. It became a place where people could see each other, share wins, and feel part of a global team.
Real faces, real stories: team photos, office spotlights, and leadership messages that brought the company’s people-first culture front and center.
Built-in feedback loops tied to the “4 Pillars” of employee experience.
Dedicated sections for services, capabilities, and global team events to foster connection across regions.
Under the Hood
A beautiful intranet is useless if it’s hard to maintain. We delivered a responsive SharePoint Modern UI that worked on any device and gave content owners drag-and-drop control to keep it fresh without IT intervention.
Strong tagging and Microsoft Search integration meant employees could find exactly what they needed in seconds. Meanwhile, analytics tools gave admins the visibility they’d been missing for years.
Responsive SharePoint Modern UI that looked sharp on any device.
Drag-and-drop editing tools that empowered content owners to keep everything fresh.
Intelligent tagging and Microsoft Search integration for quick access to critical info.
Admin dashboards for publishing, analytics, and governance control.
Tech & Design Stack
Behind the scenes, WeLounge runs on a robust foundation: SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, and Azure. We designed every component in Figma, optimized media through Cloudinary, and implemented structured data for SEO and lightning-fast load times.
The result? A scalable platform that could grow with Welocalize, not hold them back.
Platform: SharePoint Online, Dynamics 365, Power Platform
Backend: Azure Online
Design: Figma, SharePoint Designer, Adobe Photoshop
Image Handling: Cloudinary for optimized speed
Hosting: Microsoft 365
SEO: Structured data, lightning-fast load times, and accessible markup
Concept
Designing a Platform Built to Evolve
We didn’t just design pages. We built a system.
From day one, WeLounge was crafted as a modular design framework using SharePoint Online. This meant every component from layouts to navigation could scale with Welocalize as their tenant evolved. No more expensive rebuilds or design bottlenecks. Change was frictionless.
We established a clear visual hierarchy so employees always saw the most important information first. Custom iconography and photo treatments gave the site a unified, polished look. And because Welocalize is a truly global company, accessibility wasn’t a box to check it was a requirement.
Potential Value Delivered
We didn’t just launch a new intranet. We changed how employees connected with their company:
Company-wide engagement doubled in the first quarter.
“Where do I find…?” IT tickets dropped 60%.
Internal news readership increased 80%.
Employees said it best: “Feels like a real community now.”
Global teams began sharing wins, ideas, and updates like never before.
What’s Next
WeLounge is built to keep growing. Next on the roadmap:
Expanding self-service tools for HR and IT
Enhancing the mobile experience for frontline and remote workers
Deepening integration with Teams and other Microsoft 365 tools
Continuous user feedback loops to guide every new feature
Final Thoughts
A great intranet isn’t about pushing information. It’s about pulling people together.
With WeLounge, Welocalize now has a platform that’s not just keeping up with their growth it’s powering their culture and communication worldwide.
More Works
©1985
FAQ
What exactly does Digital MacGyver do?
Who hires you?
How do your consulting engagements work?
What’s your process like?
Do you offer coaching or mentorship?
What’s the difference between consulting and coaching with you?
How easy is it to edit for beginners?
Do I need to know how to code?