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	(90k PDF)       Content Management KM Column CM Briefing       IA Essentials (Brisbane) This one-day in-house seminar provides a vendor-neutral introduction to selecting a content management system (CMS) that is right for your organisation. Based on the highly-successful series of content management articles published by Step Two Designs, this in-house seminar offers a non-technical, no-nonsence, approach to identifying business needs, and evaluating vendor products. With many organisations choosing their first CMS, the marketplace is daunting, with dozens of vendors and products. Without the right knowledge and techniques, distinguishing between these options is hard. A must for all those involved in the decision-making process, this seminar reduces your business risks, and empowers you to make an informed CMS decision. This seminar also provides invaluable resources for those looking to write a content management system tender. Topics covered This one-day seminar will cover the following topics: Introduction to key content management concepts Overview of content management system (CMS) functionality Reviewing current intranet or website issues Determining CMS goals Identifying content needs and issues Specifying CMS requirements Developing a CMS tender Evaluating vendor products This is a highly-interactive seminar, so be prepared to participate. Activities will assist you to develop the basis of your own CMS selection strategy. Please note that the seminar will not discuss or compare specific CMS products; instead, you will be provided with the techniques to conduct an evaluation yourself. Who should attend This seminar will be valuable to any organisation looking to manage their website or intranet better by purchasing a content management system, including: Government (federal, state or local) Private-sector organisations Non-profit groups The seminar is equally applicable to both small and large content management projects, and participants will gain many practical tips for ensuring all projects are a success. What others have said "Well worth the effort of attending" "Very well presented. Identified the level of competency within the group and delivered appropriately." "James is good - very knowledgeable and good presentation style, clear in thought and able to give logical and applicable experience" "Filled in lots of gaps in my knowledge and pulled it all together" "Very useful to me on a steep learning curve ... I would recommend. I have come away with a lot of useful questions. Some great food for thought." [Read more comments] About the presenter   James Robertson is the managing director of Step Two Designs, a vendor-neutral intranet consultancy located in Sydney, Australia. James is the author of several of the new AGIMO Better Practice Checklists, and has worked with a wide range of public sector organisations to identify and tackle intranet issues. James is well-recognised in the fields of intranets and content management, including being listed by CMS Watch as one of '20 leaders to see in 2003'. James is a passionate and engaging facilitator, and has an uncommon ability to discuss even complex issues in a practical and non-technical way. Download the in-house workshop brochure for details on having this event run in your workplace.

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