Fully automated cross-media publishing in all languages
In the past, last-minute product changes had an enormous impact on corresponding product documentation. Manual layout processes often resulted in delivery delays. Timely information management combined with a fully automated layout generator solves this problem. These types of systems allow last-minute corrections with simultaneous, fully automated publishing.
SPIDER – the STAR solution
Spider is a query and information system from STAR for fully automated publishing of SGML and XML data inventories. It is the ideal solution for automatically publishing information – for all media and all languages. Its technology offers completely new prospects in terms of costs, publication quality and deadlines for all types of publishing. SPIDER stands for SGML-based Product Information with Dynamic Evaluation Repository
Core SPIDER modules:
Structuring information
Content-oriented and content-structured data storage in an XML/SGML data pool allows manufacturer- and platform-independent data storage. More »
Organizing and presenting information
With SPIDER, all content-structured technical or commercial information can be optimally presented for a variety of uses. More »
SPIDER offers the following key benefits:
Automated publishing
With SPIDER, only the structure and the information itself are stored. For publication, content data is merged with a predefined layout and automatically published. More »
No need for program installation
SPIDER is provided on CD-ROM, eliminating the need to install the program on the user's computer. More »
Security
Optimum security through encryption and user rights. More »
Variety of media
SPIDER publishes on CD-ROM, intranet, internet, PDF and print media. More »
Language variety
SPIDER uses Unicode character encoding for publishing in many languages. More »
Quick updates
No need for layout work when updating data. More »
Client-specific user interfaces
The SPIDER user interface can be designed for specific client needs. More »
Product-based navigation
Client-specific product and information structures are displayed for each user. More »
Interfaces
SPIDER is completely integrated into your company's existing system landscape. More »
For more information, see our SPIDER brochure.
