Intranet

An intranet is a private internal website used by employees to access documents, forms, communication tools, and internal updates. It acts as the central hub for day-to-day operations within an organization.

Intranets are built for staff - not the public. They support communication, streamline workflows, and reduce dependency on email or file shares by providing a searchable single source of truth.

For a banking-specific definition, see What Is a Financial Institution Intranet?

What's Included in a Typical Intranet?

Why Intranets Matter

A modern intranet helps employees find what they need quickly, reduces email clutter, and ensures critical documents and policies are always up to date. It's one of the most important internal tools an organization can invest in.

Whether you're a growing business or a regulated financial institution, an intranet keeps internal operations running smoothly and securely.

Explore how SimplifyIT powers modern intranets for banks, credit unions, and more

Common Questions

What's the difference between an intranet and the internet?
An intranet is a private internal website used only by employees, while the internet is public and globally accessible. Intranets are used to manage internal communication, documents, and workflows.
Can intranets be accessed remotely?
Yes. Most modern intranets are cloud-hosted and can be accessed securely from any location with proper credentials and multi-factor authentication.
Do small organizations need an intranet?
Absolutely. Even small teams benefit from having one central hub for policies, forms, staff updates, and internal communication.

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