The Well-Formed Document Manager

The Well-Formed Document Manager (WFDM) is a content management system (CMS) that enables true multipurpose publishing.

WFDM allows you to create, edit, store, manage, search, retrieve, and export content into a variety of formats. The system accepts content from a variety of sources. Designated personnel can edit the content at any stage from any location, within the system or in application files. Any content stored in WFDM can be searched, retrieved, output to the Web, and multipurpose published. All content is held as well-formed documents, which are XML-conformant. Thus, this system can become a standard for all current, or future, publishing needs.

WFDM is developed by Scribe and Thomson-Shore, who have combined their expertise to create an intuitive, affordable system designed to meet today’s needs while ensuring future viability. The Well-Formed Document Manager can accommodate all types of books and journals, including complex, image heavy, and multilingual publications, whether from legacy or front list titles.

Membership

  • Annual subscriptions with full-hosting and support
  • Access to upgrades, new modules, and other developments
  • Full access to on-line support and tutorials at every membership level
  • Secure firewall protection
  • All members have complete access to their content and user information
  • Various local and off-site archive and back-up options

Integrated with Scribe’s Workflow and Services

  • Fully compliant with Scribe’s Well-Formed Document Workflow (WFDW)
  • Access to Scribe’s editorial and production services
  • OCR, data conversion, or data entry, available from Scribe to bring your materials into the system from any format
  • Scribe’s training and support materials enable subscribers to enter their own materials

Integrated with Thomson-Shore’s Print, E-book, and Distribution Services

  • Print and e-book support
  • Digital or offset printing
  • Varieties of binding and cover options
  • Flexible fulfillment and distribution

Publisher Independence

  • Create your own publications, or use outside vendors
  • Full rights and use of your content