Ovum Technology Audit of Matrix 2010

In April 2010, Ovum conducted an independent Technology Audit of MySource Matrix. In case you don't know them already, Ovum combines the ICT expertise of Datamonitor Technology, Butler Group and Ovum, with Datamonitor Group's 350 business analysts, to provide their clients with independent and objective analysis which enables them to make better business and technology decisions.

The result is a concise, seven page review that describes how MySource Matrix works, its features, its pros and cons and how Squiz deliver MySource Matrix solutions. See below for a brief overview of their key findings and to download the full report.

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Ovum's MySource Matrix Technology Audit - In Brief

Ovum's key conclusions in relation to MySource Matrix, as detailed in the report, were as follows:

• MySource Matrix enables medium to large-sized organizations to implement cost-effective open-source WCM solutions that are easy to use and benefit from a large community of developers.
• It allows organisations to publish dynamic personalized content that enhances the user experience.
• MySource Matrix will benefit publishing companies that need to publish high volumes of content.
• It supports multiple languages, enabling organisations to produce localised content that adheres to global branding.
• The asset based approach used in MySource Matrix is flexible because it allows the reuse of all types of content in multiple locations, as well as the setting of access privileges at a very granular level.
• The search capability has been enhanced with Funnelback Search which can be easily integrated with MySource Matrix and it can also be used to search external systems.
• As an open-source product, MySource Matrix is free of license fees, and Squiz adds value by providing clients with commercial services around MySource Matrix. These are offered through a series of packages of Squiz services, which enable customers to select the level of support they require.
• For non-technical users there is a "simple edit" interface, which can be customised as necessary.
• A number of tools are available within MySource Matrix to facilitate integration with third-party systems including databases, RSS feeds, external website content and web services.
• MySource Matrix can provide comparable or better functionality than traditional licensed products without the need for expensive license fees.

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