 Content Management
While a CMS can provide a wide range of functionality, at the core it should enable nontechnical staff to create, edit and publish content (such as text, graphics, images, video, etc) to the Web. It should also provide controls such as security and templating, to ensure a consistent appearance and solid control over who can edit and view content, and depending on your business process requirements, should also provide workflow and approval processes. However, with literally hundreds of content management providers with products ranging from simple shareware editing tools to enterprise level solutions that cost several million dollars to implement, wading through the options can be confusing, time consuming and frustrating. How do you make sense of the dizzying array of content management options available, and hone in on the features your organization actually needs?
With limited technology budgets, IT departments are increasingly being asked to do more with less. It’s critical to define and prioritize your requirements, and carefully compare vendor options. If you do, you’ll be more likely to choose a solution that provides just what you need, rather than overpay for unnecessary bells and whistles. Ultimately, a solid understanding of your organization’s tactical and strategic objectives will help to ensure a successful implementation of a CMS.
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