NorthPoint's Ektron Framework

NorthPoint has developed a reusable framework based on Ektron CMS400 that allows for the easy configuration and development of highly-performant, complex web applications. NorthPoint’s Framework provides functionality as well as a straightforward methodology for building any business model or content structure.

Key Features

  • Distributed SQL Model to Support Scalability
  • Generic XML Model to Support Complex Object Structure of any type
  • Object Search Index to allow easy search and loading of Ektron based objects
  • Custom database API to provide improved multi-object manipulation processes
  • Simple object model allowing for easy design of custom applications based on reusable object logic

Objects are Defined by Expanding on Ektron's Structure

  • Objects are all based on Ektron building blocks
  • Generic XML schema is added to allow all needed structure to exist
  • Application modeling becomes a process of defining what Ektron building blocks your object is based on

Complex Objects are Defined by Combining Ektron Objects

  • Objects are designed by combining multiple Ektron building blocks
  • Combination provides the ability to leverage any or all Ektron functionality within any object
  • Standard Ektron controls can be used to interpret and present combination objects in different ways

High Performance Achieved through Configurable Distribution and Indexing

  • Custom DB API to improve throughput for multi-object loading
  • Objects configured to store across multiple tables depending on use
  • Indexes implemented to support search against individual objects or multiple related objects