Writing the Foundations of a Drupal/Islandora Partnership - Part One of an Interview with Susan Brown
Digital Echidna has been working with a number of partners on a project called the Canadian Writing Research Collaboratory (CWRC), a project that…
Islandora and Drupal Shops: the Challenges and Successes -- Part Two of an Interview with Susan Brown
Yesterday, we introduced you to the Canadian Writing Research Collaboratory (CWRC) project. Today, we share project leader Susan Brown's thoughts on…
Accessibility is About Independence, Not Dependence on Others
While it is unfortunate enough when a process is inaccessible, it is far more frustrating when those in charge of the process expect users with…
Drupal Modules as Solutions, Toolkits and a Middle Way
There is a lot of excitement in the Drupal community about the release of Drupal 9. In particular, one of the most appealing elements is how the…
COPE-ing with Copy 301: The Devil’s in the Details
When it comes to truly embracing the COPE ideal, the devil truly is in the details. And by changing your perspective of content from being one…
An Open, Honest Talk About Procurement Improvements
Yesterday, Digital Echidna won a contract with the federal government as part of its Open By Default, open government campaign. We’re obviously…
Commenting -- Just Because the Bathwater May Get Filthy Doesn't Mean the Process Isn't Worthwhile
See no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil. But maybe miss out on some good. There are those who gleefully say, "don't read the comments," when it comes…
A Slam-Dunk Content Approach
While there are no sure things in appealing to your customers, working towards taking higher-percentage shots can help to make your efforts less about…
AODA Compliance Deadline Tips for the Non-Compliant
The old adage states that hindsight is 20/20. And as 2020 comes to a close, we’re seeing increasing numbers of businesses embracing that statement --…
Social Media 2012 – The Year in Review Part II – The Good
Yesterday, I discussed my top five negative trends in social networking, but that’s no way to end a year. Today, for my final post of 2012, I want to…