New Government Site Builder: GSB with TYPO3

The Government Site Builder (GSB) is the content management system for the websites of the German federal authorities. Since 2024, it has been undergoing a significant change in its version 11: its previous technical basis CoreMedia is being replaced by the powerful and flexible open source CMS TYPO3.
This step marks a milestone in Germany's digital administration and offers federal authorities a modern, secure and forward-looking solution for their web presences.

Why the switch to TYPO3?

TYPO3 is more than just a content management system (CMS): it is an open source framework that is supported by an active and committed community of IT professionals. This community not only ensures continuous innovation, but also a stable and secure basis on which hundreds of websites of over 80 federal authorities have already been successfully built.

Advantages of your Open Source Site Builder:

• Maximum security and stability: regular updates and security patches protect your websites from current threats.
• High flexibility and adaptability: Whether multilingual websites, barrier-free access or individual design requirements - TYPO3 can be seamlessly adapted to your needs.
• Cost efficiency through open source: A CMS without licence fees, strong community support and reduced maintenance costs make TYPO3 an economical choice for public institutions.

Why migrate your GSB with 3pc?

Our experienced content management system experts will support you at every step of the migration process. We offer comprehensive consulting services and customised training for your teams. And we ensure a smooth transition from your previous government site builder (based on CoreMedia or as an open source site builder based on Java) to TYPO3 - you can read about how this works using the example of the website for the Stasi Records Archive.
With our expertise, we ensure that your website not only complies with current standards, but is also optimally equipped for the future.

In addition to migration to TYPO3 and general consulting, we offer a range of other services that add value and maximise the success of your online presence, for example

1. customisation and extensions

• Specific module and extension development: 3pc can develop customised extensions for TYPO3 to meet specific requirements of federal authorities. This includes special interfaces to other systems or customised functions for content management.
• Accessibility: 3pc offers comprehensive consulting and implementation to ensure that websites fully comply with the requirements of the Ordinance on the Creation of Accessible Information Technology under the Disability Equality Act (BITV).

2. performance optimisation

• Caching and load time optimisation: By using caching technologies and optimised server architectures, 3pc ensures that websites remain fast and reliable even with high visitor numbers.
• Search engine optimisation (SEO): We support you in optimising content for search engines to improve findability.

3. training and support

• Customised TYPO3 training courses: We offer not only standard training courses and a corresponding manual, but also customised workshops tailored to the specific needs and requirements of each authority.
• Long-term support and maintenance: We also offer long-term maintenance contracts to ensure that the website is always up to date and security gaps are quickly closed.

4. data protection and security

• GDPR consulting and implementation: We support compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and implement appropriate security measures.
• Security audits: Regular audits and security checks to ensure the integrity and security of the website are also part of our services.

5. project management and consulting

• Support throughout the migration process: From initial analysis and planning to final implementation and beyond - 3pc offers comprehensive project management covering all phases of the migration.
• Strategic consulting: We provide support with the long-term digital strategy to ensure that the authority's web presence remains future-proof and scalable.

6. content strategy and management

• Content strategy development: 3pc helps to develop a content strategy that is tailored to the specific needs of users.
• Editorial and workflow optimisation: We advise you on efficient editorial processes and workflows in TYPO3 and implement them to facilitate the daily work of content managers.

Take advantage of our additional services and offers: 3pc is more than just a technical service provider - we are an esteemed and award-winning agency that has been creating successful websites in a world of ongoing digital transformation for decades.

Ready for the future of digital administration?

Contact us to find out more about your options with TYPO3.
We can help you take your online presence to the next level.