Museum platform

Muzea Wielkopolski

We were under a fairly strict time deadline for this project. Our team had less than two months to develop a large platform for ‘Muzea Wielopolskie’, a joint venture by some of Poland’s most respected museums aimed at making it easier than ever to learn about Poland’s cultural contributions via an online educational platform and a mobile app.

A vast database had to be imported and implemented, including complete museum exhibits and full 360 degree images of historical items and objects. Another interesting and important challenge regarding this project was making sure that the website and app were accessible to the visually impaired.

WordPress / HTML5 / CSS3 / JavaScript / Symfony

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The scope of our actions

Workshops

Together with the client, we participate in workshops to better understand their vision and ensure an ideal fit with their expectations.

Analysis

We start by gaining a deep understanding of the client's needs and project goals to deliver personalized solutions.

Technology audit

We conduct a detailed technology audit, identifying the best tools and solutions tailored to the project's needs.

Front-end web development

We create responsive and dynamic user interfaces, leveraging the latest front-end technologies.

Database

We design and implement efficient and scalable databases, providing a robust foundation for your website.

Symfony CMS

We implement advanced websites based on the Symfony framework, guaranteeing high performance and scalability.

Optimisation

We ensure optimization for search engine rankings, security, and page loading speed.

Manual testing

We conduct comprehensive manual testing, verifying the functionality of each feature on various devices available on the market, ensuring flawless operation and high product quality.

Launch

We deploy the website on the production server, ensuring a smooth process and minimizing potential disruptions.

Warranty service

We provide a 12-month warranty on the work performed, ensuring clients complete security and confidence in the functioning of the website after its launch.

Main goals
and project challenges

We worked on this project in tandem with MobileMS, who were responsible for the website and app’s graphic design and UX.

Our first step was organizing a workshop with the client to analyze the project’s needs, and develop a clear understanding of its scope and overall goal.

Presentation of museum collections

Proposing a technological solution that allows for the accumulation and presentation of information about museum collections.

Dedicated CMS

Creation of a custom CMS panel that allows for easy management of information about exhibits.

Accessibility

Optimization of the platform for WCAG 2.1 requirements.

Functionality

Database integration

The next steps entailed developing software for the front-end, and integrating the platform with the museum’s databases. Numerous exhibits across mediums including photos, videos, sound files, and 3D displays had to be assigned to theme-specific collections.

Content management system

It was very important to create a simple, user-friendly CMS. Other tasks included implementing a clipboard that would allow users to create their own collection of exhibits and information, and then find the locations of selected exhibits via Google maps.

This complex and vast arrangement of educational collections and materials made it necessary for us to optimize the portal. We have also been providing maintenance services since the project’s launch.

Summary

Muzea Wielopolskie was nominated for a 2017 Mobile Award. The Polish Mobile Awards are an award ceremony and conference dedicated to mobile solutions and new technologies.

It was also the winner of the e-culture and e-education category at the 2018 ‘IT Wings in Administration’ awards. IT Wings celebrates and recognizes IT projects executed by public institutions.