Based on Microsoft's SQL database server, the system is capable of handling hundreds of thousands of documents. WebDocumentz also maintains links to related documents to help you find additional resources. Knowledge Center search technology is powerful with fully indexed documents and the ability to search by a number of attributes. Users may also choose to browse through the center to find material of interest. Along with this feature, WebDocumentz utilizes browser based scanning to add documents directly onto the system.
Visitors are able to initiate and participate in a variety of topics pertaining to local government.
WebBoard further enhances visitor communication by facilitating real time chat. Additionally, IG members benefit from access to Network Groups, which contains topic specific special interest discussion threads on such topics as e-government, organizational learning, public safety and performance measurement. The Innovation Groups recently completed our first e-Learning course, Best Practices Benchmarking using the Knowledge Center. Approximately 20 students from governments in Minnesota, Florida, Colorado, California and Nevada participated in a 6-week course on Benchmarking. Using the center, participants shared documents, communicated to each other via email, and tapped into the power of a dedicated bulletin board to portray their development.