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Getting Started in Cascade

To ensure a unified, intuitive, and easy-to-navigate web presence, Western Communications encourages all academic and administrative campus units to use the Cascade CMS for their websites. This approach offers several advantages, including consistent design, improved user experience, and simplified content updates.

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Key benefits of using Cascade for your Western websites:

Setup, Training, and Maintenance

Western Technology Services (WTS) provides full CMS support and offers training for website creators and managers.

Standards-Compliant, Flexible Design Templates

Templates are developed for accessibility (AODA), cross-browser compatibility, and responsiveness with mobile-friendly design.

Easy, Anywhere Access

Access your website's backend from any location—no software downloads or installations needed.

Consistent Western Branding

Cascade templates ensure brand consistency and adherence to best practices and digital standards.

Simple, User-Friendly Interface

Update content and create pages without any coding or programming knowledge.