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Description
We are excited to announce the open-source launch of Grid, the Guardian's innovative image management system. This narrative details our collaborative efforts in developing Grid, focusing on strong partnerships with our editorial teams and leveraging a contemporary technology stack. The project has been entirely Open Source, allowing for greater community engagement. Over the past year, a dedicated team has worked tirelessly to create this image management service, employing a practical Agile methodology that emphasizes direct user involvement to ensure the final product meets their requirements and expectations. The outcome is a service that is now seamlessly integrated with our print workflow, currently handling nearly half of all images featured in our digital publications. As the larger Editorial Tools teams advanced in creating a comprehensive suite of editorial solutions—encompassing content creation, workflow management, and the editing of front and section pages—the urgency for a robust media repository became increasingly crucial to our operations. The collaborative nature of this project has not only enhanced our capabilities but also strengthened our commitment to open-source principles.
Description
The HUP editorial system provides a comprehensive suite of functions designed to enhance the workflow of editors in producing contemporary media products. It includes a range of tools like automatic usage lists that track utilized objects such as images and agency reports, along with features that streamline the organization of text and visuals for everyday tasks. Editors can access an integrated object browser that ensures all media assets are readily available, and a full-text search capability allows for rapid retrieval of photos, articles, and reports within seconds. Each editor is equipped with a personal "tray," a virtual workspace for storing necessary items for immediate or future use. Additionally, the system promotes high productivity by enabling multiple users to collaborate on a single page simultaneously, thereby accelerating the overall process. To further enhance usability, the platform incorporates magnetic help lines and automatic image detail optimization through integration with leading industry software for image enhancement, ensuring that editors can produce high-quality content efficiently. This innovative approach transforms the editorial experience into a more dynamic and effective endeavor.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Pricing Details
$5 per month
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
The Guardian
Founded
1821
Country
United Kingdom
Website
www.theguardian.com/info/developer-blog/2015/aug/12/open-sourcing-grid-image-service
Vendor Details
Company Name
HUP
Country
Germany
Website
www.hup.de/en/think-media/editorial-system/
Product Features
Product Features
Content Marketing
Audience Targeting
Brand Management
Campaign Management
Categorization / Grouping
Conversion Tracking
Distribution Management
Editorial Calendar
Multi-Channel Publishing
Publish Scheduling
SEO Management
Social Media Management
Video Management