About the Client
The City of Salisbury in South Australia is a dynamic and diverse community situated in Adelaide's Northern Suburbs. The region stretches from Gulf St Vincent's shoreline to the Mt Lofty Ranges foothills. With substantial residential areas and significant industrial development throughout, Salisbury ranks among the fastest-growing local government areas in the state. The City has built a strong reputation for its contributions to industry, technology and environmental initiatives.
The Brief/Functionality
Market Creations Agency was commissioned to develop an Intranet platform that would:
- Prioritise clean, functional design elements
- Ensure intuitive navigation for all council departments
- Implement a minimalist approach to visual presentation
- Optimise usability across diverse staff capabilities
- Centralise access to essential organisational resources
- Integrate leading accessibility solutions
The Intranet required several specialised features:
- Single sign-on authentication system
- UserWay accessibility integration
- Dedicated third-party application menus
- Multiple content feeds for Notices, News and Social Media
- Comprehensive staff directory with search filtering
- Secure document management systems
Outcome
The completed Intranet delivers a streamlined digital workspace with:
- Navigation-focused design prioritising user experience
- Simplified interface supporting efficient information discovery
- Integrated content feeds promoting staff engagement
- Comprehensive directory functionality enhancing collaboration
- Secure document storage supporting internal and external requirements
- Inclusive accessibility features ensuring equitable platform access
With functionality and centralisation as core design principles, the intranet successfully provides Salisbury council staff with a unified digital workspace.
The implemented modules deliver an informative and engaging platform that supports diverse operational requirements, from accessing current news to facilitating project collaboration.