The Insider
The Insider is the newest intranet site for AGS, hosted on Simpplr.
Timeline: December - June 2024 | Team Members: Paul Rush, Lisa Papagoda, Heidi Worker
Why is this in my portfolio? The Insider showcases my ability to lead design and site architecture on a new intranet site.
Introduction
Allegis Group made an investment in a new platform for all Operating Companies (OpCos) to host their intranet sites. From December 2023 to June 2024, I was part of the AGS Insider Team. Our responsibilities included conducting a website audit of our existing intranet, developing a new site map based on our audit findings, creating guidelines and templates for internal teams to use, and conducting beta testing prior to the official launch.
Behind the Scenes of the Site’s Architecture Mapping in Action
Original Intranet
A significant issue was the prevalence of outdated information. Making changes or updates to a page necessitated either navigating the outdated platform or having the expertise to hard code changes. Furthermore, there were no established naming conventions, making it challenging to locate the required information effectively. Below are screenshots of what some of the original pages looked like.
Original Home Page
Original Marketing Home Page
Intranet Restructured
The redesigned intranet on the new Simpplr platform marks a fresh start for our company. The site now reflects our updated brand identity, making vital information easy to locate. It also boasts consistency across all pages, facilitating seamless navigation from one page to another. Below are screenshots showcasing the new look of our refreshed intranet.
The New Insider Home Page
The New Marketing Home Page
Simpplr Guide
A key part to the new intranet site was creating a guide for individuals to utilize while creating their own function’s pages. The main purposes for this guide include:
Step by step instructions on how to create new pages
Defining the differences between terminology used by Simpplr (Site versus Page)
Links to templates created for consistent tile creations
A brief Do’s and Don’ts list for easy reference
Personal Recognitions
She was a huge asset to this project. Even with her busy schedule we were able to utilize her technical expertise, and she was always dedicated to meeting deliverables and proactively partnering with AG to get additional training/insights into Simpplr. She also asked great probing questions to get a better understanding of capabilities and limitations of the new platform. She’s a rockstar!!! Paul Rush, Senior Project Manager, AGS
Ashlee - with our Simplr project now officially closed out we wanted to thank you again for your incredible partnership and support throughout. This was a huge lift for Heidi and team and you played such an important role, advising, guiding and delivering to the highest standards. It would not have been as smooth without you and your valuable contributions. Bridget Smith, Global Director of Communication, AGS