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What is DITA?

Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA) is an XML-based open standard for structuring, developing, managing, and publishing content. It is specifically designed to facilitate the creation of reusable and modular content pieces, known as topics, which can be assembled in various ways to produce tailored and coherent documents for different outputs and audiences. DITA supports a wide range of publishing formats, including PDF, HTML, and online help systems, making it highly versatile for technical documentation, user guides, and other complex documentation needs. DITA architecture enables organizations to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality in their documentation processes through topic-based authoring and content reuse.​

How We Help You

Extense uses DITA Content Development to enable organizations to streamline their content creation and management processes. By adopting DITA's principles of modularity, reusability, and topic-based authoring, businesses can significantly reduce the time and resources needed to produce, update, and publish technical documentation across multiple channels and formats. This efficiency leads to cost savings, faster time-to-market for products, and improved documentation quality and consistency. Additionally, DITA's flexibility in supporting tailored outputs for diverse audiences enhances customer satisfaction and engagement, as end-users receive more relevant and accessible information. Ultimately, DITA helps businesses maintain a competitive edge by facilitating scalable, efficient, and high-quality technical documentation processes.

Applicable to Many Industries & Fields

Our DITA Content Development Services:

  1. Authoring and Structuring

    • Our expert authors utilize DITA-compliant ​​tools to create modular content.

    • We always follow best practices in structuring content to ensure reusability and consistency.​

  2. DITA-OT Implementation

    • Implement DITA Open Toolkit (DITA-OT) to transform DITA XML Content into various output formats.​​

  3. Content Review and Collaboration

    • Collaborate seamlessly with subject matter experts (SMEs) for content accuracy.​​

    • Incorporate feedback efficiently using DITA's modular approach.

  4. Validation and Compliance

    • Rigorous validation of DITA content against industry standards.​

    • Ensure compliance with DITA structural guidelines and schema.

  5. Localization and Globalization

    • Prepare DITA content for localization to reach a global audience.​

    • Implement strategies for multilingual content management.

  6. Integration with CMS

    • Seamless integration of DITA content with Content Management Systems (CMS).​

    • Leverage CMS features for version control, workflow management, and collaboration.

  7. Transformation and Publishing

    • Utilize DITA-OT for transforming DITA XML into various formats (PDF, HTML, etc.)​

    • Publish content across multiple channels for enhanced accessibility.

  8. Quality Assurance

    • Conduct thorough quality checks on the published content.​

    • Ensure formatting, links, and overall presentation meet the highest standards.

  9. Distribution and User Engagement

    • Distribute finalized DITA content through web servers or content delivery platforms.​

    • Monitor use engagement and gather feedback for continuous improvement.

  10. Training and Support

    • Provide training programs for your team on DITA content development and best practices.​

    • Ongoing support to address any challenges and ensure smooth implementation.

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DITA Content Development for Technical Documentation

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