absentify provides a SharePoint Add-in that enables you to embed absence management tools and overviews directly into SharePoint pages. The integration leverages Single Sign-On (SSO) for a seamless user experience and offers the same features as the Microsoft Teams app.

The absentify SharePoint Add-in is available on Microsoft AppSource.

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Key features

  • Team overview as a Web Part: Display absences for a team or department directly on a SharePoint page.
  • Interactive navigation: Users can navigate between weeks and months to view past and future absences.
  • Create absence requests: Employees can submit new absence requests directly from the Web Part.
  • Department-based configuration: Set a default department to display in the Web Part. Users will only see data they are authorized to access.
  • User permissions and access: The view automatically adjusts based on the user’s permissions. If a user cannot access the default department, they are redirected to their personal or permitted view.

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Installation and setup

1

Obtain the Add-in from AppSource

  1. Visit Microsoft AppSource.
  2. Search for absentify and select the SharePoint Add-in.
  3. Click Get it now to add the Add-in to your SharePoint environment.
2

Approve permissions

During the setup, you may need to approve the User.Read API permission. Follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the SharePoint Admin Center.
  2. Select Advanced > API Access.
  3. In the Pending requests tab, locate Microsoft Graph – User.Read.
  4. Select the request and click Approve.

The User.Read permission is required to identify user profiles and enable smooth SSO integration.

3

Add the Web Part

  1. Navigate to the desired SharePoint page.
  2. Enter edit mode for the page.
  3. Add the absentify Web Part to the page.
  4. Configure the default department to display in the Web Part.
4

Verify permissions

  1. Ensure department permissions are correctly configured in absentify and SharePoint.
  2. Users will only see absences for teams or departments they are authorized to access.

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Benefits for your organization

Simplified communication: Display absences directly in the corporate intranet, allowing teams to plan more effectively.

Interactive features: Users can create absence requests or review their absences directly from the Web Part.

Tailored customization: Ensure each department or team gets a specific view that fits their needs.

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Why should SharePoint admins enable this Add-in?

  • Integrated user experience: Absence data is seamlessly available within SharePoint, reducing the need for additional apps.
  • Centralized management: Permissions and department assignments can be managed centrally through SharePoint and absentify.
  • Enhanced team coordination: The Add-in improves transparency and simplifies team planning.

For more information, visit the official documentation on AppSource.

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