Web Content Management System

Project Description

Web Content Management Systems (WCMS) make it easier to develop and maintain Web sites with a consistent look and feel, appropriate access control, version control, workflow, search engine and statistics view. A WCMS can also be an essential tool in complying with Web accessibility.

A WCMS Review Committee was convened and tasked with reviewing commercial products in light of campus needs for improving Web site development and management as well as meeting compliance with Web accessibility requirements. The team researched and rated approximately 30 products, emphasizing the viability of the product within the CSU Chico’s decentralized computing and Web development environment, and with special emphasis on ease of use for campus users.

The WCMS Review Committee concluded that a modern WCMS system, if implemented correctly, would greatly enhance the University’s ability to create and maintain campus Web pages as well as meet campus needs for Web accessibility compliance. In particular, the committee found one particular vendor, Hannon Hill Cascade Server, which met or exceeded all critical requirements.

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