About the Client

The College of Defence Management (CDM), established in 1970, is a premier Tri-Service institution that provides training in contemporary management concepts, leading to effective decision-making, enlightened leadership, and efficient resource management. The institution caters to the senior leadership of the three Services, Para Military Forces, officers of the Ministry of Defence, and international participants.

Client

Colllge of Defence Management, Hyderabad, India

Website URL

https://cdm.gov.in/

Project Scope:

The project involved a complete redesign of the CDM website, transitioning from the Drupal CMS to WordPress CMS. The aim was to create a modern, user-friendly, and responsive website that effectively communicates the institution’s mission, courses, and services.

Key Objectives:

Modernization: Update the website’s design to reflect current web design trends and technologies.
User Experience: Enhance navigation and accessibility for a diverse audience, including military personnel, government officials, and international participants.
Content Management: Simplify content management processes by leveraging the user-friendly interface.
Security: Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive information and maintain the integrity of the site.

Our Design and Development Process:

Discovery and Planning

Requirement Gathering: Conducted detailed discussions with CDM stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations.

Analysis: Reviewed the existing Drupal site to identify content, structure, and functional elements that needed to be migrated or improved.

Design and Development

Wireframing and Prototyping: Created wireframes and prototypes to map out the new site structure and design elements.

UI/UX Design: Designed a clean, professional interface aligned with CDM’s brand identity and target audience.

Development: Developed the new website on WordPress, ensuring seamless content migration from Drupal.

Customization: Implemented custom features and functionalities to meet specific requirements, including course listings, event calendars, and secure login areas for restricted content.

Testing and Deployment

Quality Assurance: Conducted thorough testing to ensure the website was free of bugs and performed optimally.

User Testing: Collected feedback from a sample of end-users to refine and improve the site.

VAPT Audit: Performed a Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) audit from a CERT-IN empaneled vendor to ensure the highest levels of security.

Post-Launch Support

Training: Provided training sessions for CDM staff to familiarize them with the new WordPress CMS.

Maintenance: Offered ongoing support and maintenance services to ensure the website remains updated and secure.

Features and Highlights:

Modern Design

User-centric design enhancing readability and engagement with high-quality visuals reflecting CDM’s prestige.

Enhanced User Experience

Simplified the site structure for easy access to information and resources and consistent experience across all devices.

Easy-to-Use CMS

User-friendly WordPress CMS with flexible blocks for easy updates and customization.

Security and Performance

Implemented advanced security plugins and protocols, including a VAPT audit certificate for enhanced protection and optimized site performance.

Conclusion:

The redesigned CDM website is a testament to our commitment to delivering high-quality, user-centric web solutions. By transitioning from Drupal to WordPress, we have provided CDM with a modern, efficient, and secure online presence that effectively supports their mission of imparting advanced management training to defence and government personnel.

For more information or to view the live site, please visit College of Defence Management.