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Sitekit CMS is a web content management system
Content management system
A content management system is a system providing a collection of procedures used to manage work flow in a collaborative environment. These procedures can be manual or computer-based...

 developed by Sitekit Solutions Ltd, a software vendor producing non-technical web based tools on the .NET platform.

History

Sitekit CMS was developed by Sitekit Solutions Ltd originally founded in 1989 by Campbell Grant to specialise in computer control systems in the energy sector.
By 1994, the company began to focus on Internet, e-business and multimedia solutions and earned itself a reputation for customer service and quality work, producing award winning websites for commercial and public sector customers in Scotland including Calmac, Highlands and Islands Enterprise
Highlands and Islands Enterprise
Highlands and Islands Enterprise is the Scottish Government's economic and community development agency for a diverse region which covers more than half of Scotland and is home to around 450,000 people....

 and Highlands of Scotland Tourist Board.
In 1999, the company started to develop a set of software tools to provide complete control over website management which lead to the launch of Sitekit CMS v1, in 2000 at CeBIT
CeBIT
CeBIT is the world's largest and most international computer expo. CeBIT is held each year on the world's largest fairground in Hanover, Germany, and is a barometer of the state of the art in information technology...

 in Hanover.

In November 2006, Sitekit CMS version 7 was released, this version focused on neutral natural Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), usability, and website accessibility compliance. In 2009 Sitekit CMS v9 was launched which introduced a ribbon style editing interface and more advanced editing features, designed to give editors a more familiar editing environment and make the software more application like. In 2010 Sitekit Solutions Ltd reported a record year of growth. In the same year Sitekit CMS 9.0 passed Microsoft’s applications testing whilst renewing a Gold-status Partnership with Microsoft, ensuring that Sitekit CMS works on the latest Microsoft platform and providing access to more hosting options. The latest version Sitekit CMS 9.4, was released in September 2011.

Features

The most recent version of Sitekit CMS, Version 9 is built on Microsoft.NET and embodies Sitekit's focus on interoperability and scalability while maintaining usability for non-technical users
  • Natural search engine optimisation
  • Compliance to international public accessibility standards
    Web accessibility
    Web accessibility refers to the inclusive practice of making websites usable by people of all abilities and disabilities. When sites are correctly designed, developed and edited, all users can have equal access to information and functionality...

  • Software development kit enabling integration into third party systems such as booking and reservation
  • Latest advances in software usability
  • Publish website in multiple languages

Customers

Earlier versions of Sitekit CMS had notable users in the transport and local government industries. Today more than 300 private and public sector organizations websites are powered by Sitekit CMS. This includes Sitekit CMS powered websites for national organisations such as the UK NHS
National Health Service (England)
The National Health Service or NHS is the publicly funded healthcare system in England. It is both the largest and oldest single-payer healthcare system in the world. It is able to function in the way that it does because it is primarily funded through the general taxation system, similar to how...

 and multinationals such as Tyco
Tyco International
Tyco International Ltd. is a highly diversified global manufacturing company incorporated in Switzerland, with United States operational headquarters in Princeton, New Jersey...

/ADT
ADT Security Services
ADT Security Services, originally American District Telegraph, now also known as simply ADT, is a division of Tyco International and a worldwide supplier of electronic security systems, fire alarm systems, communication systems, and integrated building management systems.-History:There were many...

.

Sitekit Labs

Sitekit Labs was launched on 12th June 2008 and the opening was performed by videolink from Boston, Massachusetts by Mike Grandinetti of MIT Sloan School of Management
MIT Sloan School of Management
The MIT Sloan School of Management is the business school of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in Cambridge, Massachusetts....

. The Lab collaborates with researchers in web science and intelligent web with a focus on applications in E-health and Telemedicine. This is benefitted through Sitekit Solution Ltd’s experience of commercializing innovative software concepts, business partner network, and established market position in the healthcare sector.
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