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GovCMS development and support

We build, consolidate, and optimise digital platforms on GovCMS for Australian government agencies across both SaaS and PaaS.

GovCMS is Australia's whole-of-government content management platform. It’s built on Drupal and designed to meet the Australian public sector’s stringent security, accessibility, and compliance requirements.

We’ve been there since the beginning of GovCMS, helping to build it as major contributors to the Drupal open source project. Our depth of expertise is hard to match, given our credentials:

  • Australia's only Top Tier Drupal Certified Partner
  • One of the top three global contributors to Drupal's codebase
  • Founding member of the Australian Government’s Drupal Services Panel
  • Strategic partnership enhancing the GovCMS ecosystem
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What we do

We build, consolidate, and optimise digital platforms on GovCMS for Australian government agencies across both SaaS and PaaS. 

From complex multi-site consolidations to modern, accessible digital experiences, we deliver platforms that are secure, maintainable, and built to last.

Our GovCMS services include

  • Platform architecture and development - Designing and building on both GovCMS SaaS and PaaS using current best practices. This includes Drupal 11, Layout Builder, and a component-driven design system approach.
  • Multi-site consolidation - Migrating and merging fragmented agency websites into a single, unified platform. Our work reduces duplication, improves accessibility, and simplifies content management.
  • Content migration - Combining automated and manual migration processes to move content accurately and efficiently from legacy systems.
  • Design systems and theming - Using Storybook, Twig, and React to build accessible, reusable component libraries that keep design and development in sync.
  • Search and personalisation - Implementing sophisticated search interfaces using OpenSearch, including faceted search, synonym handling, and personalised content experiences.
  • Ongoing support and upgrades - Maintaining weekly Drupal core and module updates across all client platforms and contributing fixes upstream rather than patching around problems.
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How we work on GovCMS

GovCMS SaaS is designed for agencies looking to get up and running quickly on a fully managed, shared hosting environment. 

GovCMS PaaS gives agencies greater flexibility and control for more complex requirements. We’ve invested heavily in improving the performance of our development workflow on this platform.

We work across both, and can help you choose the right fit for your project.

We also contribute back to GovCMS itself. We report issues we encounter on client projects and fix them upstream, improving the platform for the whole government community.

Why PreviousNext for GovCMS

Australian government agencies choose us because we combine platform expertise with a track record they can verify.

  • We’re completely Drupal-focused. We don’t just dabble in Drupal; we’re committed to building, maintaining, and growing it through our prolific contribution and volunteering.

  • We know GovCMS from the inside. When we encounter a limitation, we fix it upstream - benefiting every organisation running Drupal, not just our clients.

  • We're 100% Australian. Our permanent employee team is based in Australia and has an average of 16 years of Drupalexperience. That means you'll work with senior experts who understand Australian government requirements, not offshore contractors.

  • No vendor lock-in. GovCMS is built on Drupal's open source foundations, so you're never dependent on a single agency to maintain it. We work hard to earn your ongoing confidence, not to trap you into it.

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Australian Digital Health Agency

A consolidated digital presence for the ADHA using GovCMS PaaS

The Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) plays a vital role in the immediate and future health of all Australians. 

In 2020, we helped them consolidate their ageing websites into a single GovCMS PaaS platform, empowering them to talk directly with Australians amid the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

Get in touch

Building or migrating a SaaS or PaaS GovCMS platform? We'd love to help.

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FAQ

What's the difference between GovCMS SaaS and GovCMS PaaS?

GovCMS SaaS is a fully managed, shared hosting environment - ideal if you want to get up and running quickly with less infrastructure overhead. GovCMS PaaS gives your agency more flexibility and control, which suits complex or highly customised builds. We work across both platforms and can help you weigh up which fits your project, budget, and timeline.

How long does a GovCMS migration typically take?

It depends on the complexity of your existing sites and content. A single-site migration might take a few months. Multi-site consolidations, where we're merging several fragmented agency websites into one platform, take longer due to content auditing, stakeholder alignment, and testing. We'll scope timelines based on your specific environment during discovery.

Will we be locked into PreviousNext if we choose you as our GovCMS partner?

No. GovCMS is built on Drupal's open source foundations, so you retain full ownership of your platform. If you ever choose to move to another provider, they can pick up where we left off - there's no proprietary code or licensing holding you back.