The cross-search functionality in the VSM Portal Demonstrator is now available in JISC MediaHub, as well as a range of film, sound and still image collections.
NOTE: This project website will no longer be maintained and may contain broken links.
Phase 3 of the project involves three main strands: enhancement of the portal interface and functionality; content development; and investigation of sustainability options and portal branding.
The enhancement strand will begin with a review of the Phase 2 interface, planning and design for a new interface. User testing will be conducted during the design process, followed by usability testing throughout the development period.
The key outputs will be:
Content development will involve a designated content coordinator negotiating access to materials held by content and service providers, whether by harvesting metadata or distributed search.
The key outputs will be:
Options for sustaining the portal will build on the external evaluation carried out during Phase 2. It will include an investigation of the importance of branding.
The key outputs will be: