A new EDIS Editor that enables authors and editors to update these documents at their desks and directly enter them into the EDIS database was developed. It may also be used to create original publications. All information, which can include text, figures, photographs, tables, decision tools, and a virtually limitless collection of customized components, is stored directly in an IFAS-wide database archive on the Internet. There is no tedious tagging of files or knowledge of languages such as HTML required. In fact, there are no files to worry about at all since all information content is stored safely and securely inside the database management system.
Text editing of the body of the document is done in the right window.
The html version of the document can be previewed at any time. Because all elements of the project are stored in IFAS-wide databases that can be accessed over the Internet, they can be easily shared among the project team. For example, two authors working at different IFAS RECs can access the materials and make changes. When they are ready, the GroupWare facility automatically notifies reviewers and department chairmen that the publication is ready for review. Once approval has been given by the department chair, the publication is made available to the general public.