Ghent University Centralizes Web Infrastructure with Drupal

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Ghent University partnered with Dropsolid to unify its decentralized web presence under a single Drupal platform. Previously, individual faculties operated their own disparate websites, leading to branding inconsistencies and technical inefficiencies. The new system leverages the Dropsolid Experience Platform to centralize management and streamline site creation.

The setup integrates with Microsoft Azure using SCIM for centralized role and permission management, significantly easing administrative overhead. Key benefits include faster deployment of subsites, simplified security updates, and consistent design across all university pages. The platform's flexibility allows the IT team to rapidly scale while maintaining governance.

The case study highlights Dropsolid's on-site expertise and collaborative model, though it lacks concrete metrics or implementation challenges. Overall, it demonstrates a strong example of scalable Drupal deployment in higher education, with practical insights for institutions considering platform consolidation.

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UGent: centralized platform for all university websites

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Dropsolid

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