Setting up a Content Management System

CMS' simplify the creation and administration of online content such as text, images, news, banners, integration of social networks, etc. They are mostly used for web pages with a high degree of topicality and information such as online newspapers, information portals, corporate portals and intranets.

Content management systems are characterized by the following features:

• Strict separation of content and layout: Unlike static websites, the content (texts, images, video clips, etc.) and styles (templates) are stored separately in a CMS. If a corresponding web page is called, it is dynamically generated by the various contents being loaded and placed in an appropriate template.
• Component management: In content management systems, the content and metadata supplied by the authors are stored in a component database (content component database). Editors can choose from these individual components (text, images, ...) and put together articles that can be published.
• Workflow Management: A CMS provides mechanisms that allow to define and control the workflow (sequence of steps). Thus, the composite article is checked by the Chief Editor, edited if necessary, and approved by him for online publication. The articles published on the website remain online for a certain time and are stored in an archive after this time.

dotCMS and OpenCms - The solution from Scentis

We offer two CMS solutions: OpenCms and dotCMS. Both are proven open source Enterprise solutions based on Java which can be integrated into the existing system environments.

With OpenCms as a basis, we develop large scale websites, which we integrate into existing processes. We use OpenCms under Windows, Linux, Solaris and Mac OS system environments.

When the custemer want to control as much content as possible, we offer a dotCMS solution. Without having to know Java, the editor has access to a lot of features with a script editor. Many features are easy to add to existing modules. But dotCMS is a robust system with which you can create multiple websites within an installation and use assets (pictures, documents, videos) in common.

OpenCms - robust and unending extensible CMS

OpenCms is a professional, easy to use website content management system. OpenCms helps to create and maintain beautiful websites fast and efficiently. The fully browser based user interface features configurable editors for structured content with well defined fields. Alternatively, one can create content using an integrated WYSIWYG editor that is similar to well known office applications. A sophisticated template engine enforces a site-wide corporate layout of the entire site and the W3C standard compliance for all content. OpenCms is based on Java and XML technology. The software in an open source environment (eg Linux, Apache, Tomcat, MySQL) as well as on commercial components (eg Windows Server 2008, IIS, BEA Weblogic, Oracle) are operated. The main features of OpenCms:

• Frontend Editing. The editors can manage the content directly into the website with drag & drop editing, including creating new pages and areas.
• Creating websites for mobile devices and automatic recognition of the client
• Rapid distribution of information, clear content editing, efficient management of the site
• Easy to use WYSIWYG editor, similar to office tools, complete web-based, available directly in the browser (MS Internet Explorer, Mozilla / Firefox, Chrome), no client software is required
• Integrated workflow versioning and rollback of the content based on proven technologies, no proprietary standards
• Scalable with clustering and replication and use of various databases
• Expandable with integrated shop (KonaKart), online catalogs, newsletter system with CRM integration.
• Multilingual, integrated full-text search for web, Office and PDF formats, centrally manage multiple sites

dotCMS - supporting RAD to build a website fast

dotCMS is a mature WCMS Web Content Management System which is available in two versions. The dotCMS Open Source version and Enterprise version, which includes only quality-tested code. Both versions are licensed under the PGL 2.0. dotCMS is clear for editors and easy to operate.

dotCMS has the properties of a web content management system for medium to large sites in multi-site environments. The software can be used in multi language environments. dotCMS supports RAD - Rapid Application Development. This enables short development times for adjusting to customer requirements without much programming effort.

dotCMS  is based on proven Java technology and can be used in various system environments.

Our partner, CGX AG, is an officially certified software vendor partners and as such we provide the implementation of dotCMS Enterprise as well as the open source version. This includes consulting, development, training, support and hosting the application.

dotCMS allows the creation with little programming effort of large sites with integrated eCommerce application. The RAD technology makes it possible. Secure Sites with Java technology.