Web Resources
Whether you're updating a webpage, launching a new initiative, or just trying to fix a broken link, having the right tools and guidance can make a big difference. That’s why the UTC Web Services team provides a full set of web resources to help you manage your digital presence with confidence.
Below is a roundup of the most useful tools and services we offer—so you know where to go, who to ask, and how to get things done.
- 1. Web Services Knowledge Base
What it is:
The Web Services Knowledge Base is your go-to online manual for managing content at utc.edu.
Visit: https://blog.utc.edu/web-kb/What you’ll find:
- How-to guides for Drupal and WordPress (our content management systems)
- Web accessibility tips and information about Silktide.
- Writing tips for the web
- Image sizing and media guidelines
- Quick videos and step-by-step walkthroughs.
Why it helps:
Instead of waiting for someone to respond, you can often find the answer and fix things yourself—faster and easier.- 2. TeamDynamix: Our Web Services Request System
What it is:
TeamDynamix is our ticketing system for handling all web-related requests.
Submit yours here.Use it for:
- Page updates or edits
- New website or section requests
- Accessibility fixes
- Reporting broken links or errors
- Guidance on web strategy or design
Bonus: You can track the status of your requests in real-time and easily communicate with our team through the system.
- 3. The Content Compass
What it is:
The Content Compass is our bi-monthly email newsletter packed with tips, best practices, and important updates for university web editors.Why it matters:
You’ll find short, useful articles on:- Upcoming changes to our websites/new features
- Writing for the web
- Accessibility tips
- Answers to common questions
- Spotlights on well-done pages across the site
- Content Editor spotlights
How to get it: All registered web editors are automatically subscribed. Didn’t receive it? Let us know through a TeamDynamix request.
- 4. Web Editor Training
What it is: We offer on-demand tutorials for university staff responsible for maintaining department webpages.
What’s covered:
- Basics of editing in Drupal
- Image and media best practices
- Making content accessible
- Troubleshooting common problems
How to access: Submit a request here.
- 5. Accessibility and Quality Assurance Tools
We’re committed to providing tools to help increase the quality of content and meeting WCAG 2.1 standards.
Available resources:
- Silktide Monitoring: Our automated platform that flags accessibility issues on your site.
- Training and Support: Submit a ticket here if you'd like an accessibility review or help resolving an issue.
- 6. Analytics Reports
Want to know how your page is performing? We can provide basic analytics reports on request to show:
- Page views
- Traffic sources
- Device breakdowns
- Top visited pages
- Request analytics reports or LookerStudio access.
- Request Google Analytics and Silktide accounts to manage yourself.