A custom intranet allows organizations to go beyond basic out-of-box solutions by tailoring features, branding, layout, and integrations to their own needs. Unlike generic intranets, custom ones support specialized workflows, employee engagement, and knowledge management in ways that align closely with the organization’s culture and goals.
The article lists 5 top intranet builder solutions for 2025—platforms that offer drag-and-drop design, strong theming and branding options, integrations with tools like Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, mobile support, news feeds, collaboration tools, and search functionality. These builders vary in price, flexibility, and level of vendor support.
It also provides guidance for choosing the right custom intranet: assessing business needs, listing “must-have” versus “nice-to-have” features, evaluating usability, vendor reputation, scalability, cost models, and customization ability. The goal is to pick a platform that balances flexibility with ease of use.