Finalsite Composer

Formerly Blackboard Web Community Manager (WCM)

Finalsite Composer is a content management system (CMS) designed specifically for educational institutions. According to the vendor, it allows schools of all sizes, including K-12 schools, independent schools, international schools, charter schools, and higher education institutions, to easily manage and update their website content, create engaging communications, and streamline various school processes. This software solution is utilized by education technology specialists, school administrators, communications and marketing professionals in the education sector, IT professionals in schools, and web developers in schools.

Key Features

Efficient Page Creation: Finalsite Composer enables users to quickly and effortlessly create and edit website pages. According to the vendor, the user-friendly drag-and-drop interface simplifies the addition and arrangement of content elements. Users can select from a range of pre-built page layouts to create visually appealing and responsive pages. The platform's customizable design elements allow users to personalize each page to reflect their school's branding and style. The vendor claims that all websites managed using Finalsite Composer are fully responsive, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices.

Effective Communication: According to the vendor, Finalsite Composer provides powerful communication tools that facilitate effective engagement with the school community. Users can easily create and send targeted email newsletters, announcements, and alerts to parents, students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, the system allows for the integration of social media feeds and calendars into the website, ensuring up-to-date and comprehensive information sharing.

Streamlined Form Management: The vendor states that Finalsite Composer streamlines the management of online forms for schools. The platform offers a user-friendly form builder that allows users to create customized online forms for various purposes such as admissions, event registration, and surveys. Schools can securely collect and manage form submissions within the system, eliminating the need for paper forms and manual data entry. Users can also configure automated workflows and notifications to optimize form processing.

Robust Media Organization: Finalsite Composer provides a comprehensive media management system, enabling schools to easily organize and share photos, videos, and other multimedia content. Users can create galleries and albums, upload files, and seamlessly embed media into website pages. The platform supports various file formats and offers options for optimizing and resizing media to ensure optimal display quality and fast loading times, according to the vendor.

Integrated Calendar and Event Management: According to the vendor, Finalsite Composer includes a feature-rich calendar and event management functionality. Users can create and manage events, publish event details on the website, and enable online registration. The system supports recurring events, RSVP tracking, and event reminders. Schools can also integrate their calendar with other popular calendar platforms for seamless synchronization.

Secure User Access and Permissions: The vendor claims that Finalsite Composer offers robust user access and permissions management capabilities. Schools can create user accounts with varying roles and permissions to control access to website content and functionality. Administrators can easily manage user accounts, assign permissions, and monitor user activity. The platform also supports single sign-on (SSO) integration, ensuring a secure and seamless login experience for users.

Powerful Search Functionality: According to the vendor, Finalsite Composer features a powerful search capability that enables users to quickly locate specific content on the website. The system indexes all website content, including pages, documents, and media, facilitating accurate and relevant search results. Advanced filtering and sorting options further enhance the search experience.

Multilingual Support: According to the vendor, Finalsite Composer offers multilingual support, allowing schools to create and manage content in multiple languages. Users can easily translate and localize website content to effectively reach diverse audiences. The platform provides language selection options, automatic translation features, and language-specific content management capabilities.

Comprehensive Analytics and Reporting: Finalsite Composer provides comprehensive analytics and reporting tools to help schools measure and analyze website performance. Users can track website traffic, user engagement, and content popularity. The platform offers customizable reports and dashboards, enabling schools to gain valuable insights and make data-driven decisions, according to the vendor.

Seamless Integration with Third-Party Systems: According to the vendor, Finalsite Composer seamlessly integrates with a wide range of third-party systems and services. This allows schools to leverage existing tools and resources by integrating student information systems (SIS), learning management systems (LMS), payment gateways, and social media platforms, among others. The integration capabilities enable schools to streamline workflows, enhance data accuracy, and provide a seamless user experience across different systems.