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Content Management (Individual)

What is Content Management?

Content Management is the hosting and publishing of digital content for government information. The content may include text, documents, images, video and audio that when published ensures users know what an agency does, and how to access the services they provide.

Objectives

To provide a uniform and secure platform for Government Agencies to build and maintain their websites, published content and digital assets. This includes other information channels such as transaction systems, kiosks, knowledge bases, services and non-government websites.  A uniform Content Management platform provides consistency across government websites and provides cost effective solutions.

Policy Elements

Policy:
POL1
Content Management policy (Position) Mandate:
Unendorsed
Status:
Consulting
  • Avoid investment in new digital experience platform (DXP) tools until they have discussed with The Department of Finance the procurement options and pricing available through the GovCMS program.

  • Avoid investment in new, standalone solutions for the hosting and publishing of web content, until they have discussed with The Department of Finance the capabilities and opportunities GovCMS provides

  • Consider onboarding to the Whole-of-Government GovCMS

  • Meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA

Policy:
POL38
Digital Experience Policy Mandate:
Endorsed
Status:
Core
  • Design and deliver services that are user-friendly, inclusive, adaptable and measurable.

  • Consider existing digital access points when developing a new digital service in consultation with the DTA.

  • Design and build new digital services to be able to integrate with primary digital access points such as myGov (where appropriate).

  • Implement all 5 Digital Performance Standard criteria as part of any in scope ICT investment deliverables. 

  • Engage with the DTA through relevant IOF touchpoints, providing the required information to assess compliance with the policy. 

  • Contact the DTA if unsure how to comply with the DX Policy, if the digital investment or service is in scope of the DX Policy, or to apply for an exemption.

Domains

This capability is part of the following domain.
DOM1

Individual Experience

Policies

The following policies have requirements that impact this capability.
Mandate: Unendorsed
Status: Consulting
Mandate: Endorsed
Status: Core
The Digital Experience Policy (DX Policy) supports a whole-of-government focus on improving the experience for people and businesses interacting digitally with government information and services.

Standards

The following standards support development of digital solutions in this capability.
v1.0 of the Digital Service Standard was replaced by v2.0 on 4 December 2023. The Digital Service Standard v1 was a set of best practice principles to help agencies design and build digital services that are simple, clear and fast for Australians.
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) provides a single shared standard for making Web content more accessible.
The AGLS Metadata Standard was a set of descriptive properties to improve visibility and availability of online resources. National Archives has decommissioned the AGLS website and uncoupled their responsibilities from AS 5044-2010 which is managed by Standards Australia.
The Digital Service Standard establishes the requirements for designing and delivering digital government services. The Standard puts people and business at the centre of government digital service delivery.
The Digital Inclusion Standard establishes the approach to ensure that all users of government services are considered, taking into account their diverse needs. By designing digital services that are inclusive, the interaction between government and the public through digital channels will be…
The Digital Performance Standard sets the approach to monitor digital performance across government services, and supports data-driven digital and ICT investment decisions. Having visibility of digital service performance will support agencies by fostering continuous improvement capabilities and…
The Digital Access Standard sets requirements for non-corporate Commonwealth entities (NCEs) to make informed decisions and reduce duplication of front doors and entry points to government digital services, ensuring a unified experience for individuals and business when interacting with the…

Designs

The following designs include examples of how digital solutions in this capability can be delivered.

Lead Agency: Department of the Prime Minister & Cabinet

Technology Type: GovCMS

australia.gov.au was retired in 2023, and now redirects to pm.gov.au. australia.gov.au was the official website of the Australian Government. It offered the latest news, updates, and advice from the Australian Government.

Lead Agency: Digital Transformation Agency

Technology Type: GovCMS

An interactive, self-service online tool in the form of a library of guidance materials. The AGA will be accessible to agencies, as well as industry and the public, in a way that is searchable and navigable based on user needs. This will encourage standardisation and reuse across government

Lead Agency: Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Planned enhancement and upgrade work to the Energy Made Easy web site to support consumer comparison and switching options.

Lead Agency: Department of Finance

Technology Type: GovCMS

GovCMS Platform as a Service (PaaS) hosting is a by government, for government website hosting solution. The PaaS hosting solution includes security and management of the platform. While being more flexible with greater allowable Drupal modules, customers with PaaS hosting are responsible for…

Lead Agency: Department of Finance

Technology Type: GovCMS

GovCMS Software as a Service (SaaS) hosting is a by government, for government website hosting solution. The SaaS hosting solution includes security and management of the platform. This includes regular security patching and software updates, application and infrastructure maintenance as well as…

Lead Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs

Technology Type: GovCMS

dva.gov.au is the official website of the Department of Veterans' Affairs. It offers key services, news and advice.

Lead Agency: Department of Education

Technology Type: GovCMS

education.gov.au is the official website for the Department of Education. It provides news, announcements and information on programs and initiatives.

Lead Agency: Australian Trade and Investment Commission

Technology Type: GovCMS

austrade.gov.au is the official website for the Australian Trade and Investment Commission. It includes news and analysis, and information on programs, grants, policies and services.

Lead Agency: Digital Transformation Agency

The Digital Service Standard Guides and Tools provides advice on how agencies can work towards implementing and achieving the DSS outcomes.
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