Web Content Management Task Force

Content Management System Evaluation

The following criteria should be considered as a starting point for the evaluation of a CMS for SUNY Fredonia.

Does the CMS make it easier for web authors to publish information to the website?
Bearing in mind differing user roles, is the interface as simple as it could be? For novice web authors, is it cluttered and overly technical?
Can web authors perform simple tasks without training? If not, is it easy to discover how to perform them without contacting technical support?
Does the CMS simplify site management and administration?

Can authors easily upload and use images in their web pages?
Is the CMS able to accept documents developed by programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.?
Can experienced html developers easily switch between a user interface and hand coding?
What programming/scripting languages are supported by the CMS?
Does the CMS support a range of databases?
Can the CMS serve the varied needs of SUNY Fredonia?

Are web pages handicapped accessible according to ADA/Section 508 guidelines?
What additional features does the CMS provide?
Does the interface behave like other applications? For example, do right-clicks, double-clicks, tooltips, and multiple selection work as you would expect?
Does the system provide single sign-on authentication functionality?
Can the CMS be integrated with Banner Student Records and other systems as needed?
Can the CMS scale to meet SUNY Fredonia's future needs?
Is the system reliable and stable?
Is there a workflow system in place for web administration verification of content accuracy and style?