The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently introduced the M-23-22 memorandum, setting forth a new paradigm for digital engagement between the public and the government. At the heart of this initiative is the emphasis on improving the quality and accessibility of digital content. One of the key pillars of this memorandum focuses on the need to “de-duplicate and improve content so the public gets one answer – the right answer – when they search for information online.” This directive not only aims to streamline the user experience but also to enhance the accuracy and reliability of information provided.
Enter CivicPress, a cutting-edge WordPress theme designed to meet the government’s stringent digital content standards as outlined in the M-23-22 memorandum. CivicPress is uniquely positioned to assist government agencies in achieving the OMB’s vision of a digital-first public experience. Here’s how:
- Real-Time Readability Analysis: CivicPress can be bundled with powerful real-time readability analysis tools. These tools assist content creators in simplifying complex information into plain language that’s understandable by a wide audience. This aligns perfectly with the memorandum’s directive to make government information not only accessible but easily comprehensible to the public.
- Sentence and Paragraph Checks: Lengthy sentences and paragraphs can deter reader engagement and comprehension. CivicPress addresses this challenge head-on with built-in checks that ensure content is concise and to the point, thus improving overall readability and user experience.
- Active Voice Usage: Content written in an active voice is more direct and engaging. CivicPress encourages the use of active voice, which is essential for creating content that is both engaging and easy to understand.
- Duplicate Content Identification and Redirection: Perhaps most importantly, CivicPress can be bundled with redirect management tools to tackle the issue of content duplication. Through its advanced duplicate content identification and redirect management tools, CivicPress ensures that users are directed to the single, authoritative source of information. This not only prevents confusion but also reinforces the credibility and trustworthiness of government digital content.
By leveraging CivicPress, government agencies can significantly enhance their content delivery strategies to meet and exceed the OMB M-23-22 memorandum’s requirements. CivicPress captures the core of the content pillar by providing essential tools and functionalities that ensure the public receives the right answer, every time. This commitment to improving digital content goes a long way in making government services more accessible, reliable, and user-friendly.