Why Silverstripe is our prefered platform
Purpose-Built for Government-Level Projects
Silverstripe is a CMS originally developed for government and large-scale enterprise websites. It’s proven in managing content-rich platforms that require strong security, accessibility, and ease of use. It’s used internationally for public sector portals, dashboards, and certification programs.
ADA & WCAG Compliance
Silverstripe supports building websites that meet ADA, Section 508, and WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards. This is critical for a public-facing program serving rural and under-resourced areas.
- Clean semantic HTML output
- ARIA tag support
- Screen reader compatibility
- Keyboard navigation and color contrast control
Custom Application Forms & Workflow Integration
Silverstripe offers flexible form-building and workflow tools not easily achievable in platforms like SharePoint. It allows:
- Secure user logins and role-based access
- Save/resume functionality
- Field logic and validation
- Data exports (Excel, PDF)
- Reviewer dashboards and shared comment areas
This supports a streamlined application and review process customized to TPMA and Kentucky’s needs.
Non-Proprietary and Cost-Effective
Silverstripe is open-source and free from licensing fees. It offers:
- No vendor lock-in
- Full data ownership
- Lower long-term costs compared to SharePoint
Designed for Non-Technical Content Editors
Silverstripe’s admin panel is easy to use for non-developers. For administrators like Sarah, it allows:
- Editing pages like a Word document
- Uploading documents and media
- Drag-and-drop ordering of content
- Version control and rollback
- Permission management by role
Secure and Scalable Hosting Options
Silverstripe can be hosted securely in a standalone cloud environment that meets government standards for uptime, data privacy, and compliance. Features include:
- HTTPS/SSL encryption
- Daily backups and restore capabilities
- Firewall and spam protection
- Scalable performance for high traffic or usage spikes