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Superdesk

by Sourcefabric · Since 2010
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Quick facts
VendorSourcefabric
Year launched2010
StatusActive
LocationSourcefabric z.ú. Salvátorská 10, 110 00 Praha 1
Countries servedGlobal
Languages9
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierN/A
Free trialN/A
Contact salesYES

About Superdesk

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Superdesk is a modern, open-source digital newsroom system designed for news organizations looking to streamline their content creation and distribution processes. It provides a flexible, headless CMS structure paired with robust workflow features that allow newsrooms to manage editorial operations efficiently. The platform’s API-centric design enables seamless integration with legacy systems and third-party applications, providing news organizations with the flexibility they need to adapt to new technologies. Superdesk’s user interface is intuitive, clean, and customizable, offering journalists and editors the tools to personalize their workspace. The platform’s custom workflows allow editorial teams to define their own processes, making it suitable for various types of news production, from breaking news to long-form features. Its open-source nature means that newsrooms can contribute to the platform’s evolution, benefiting from ongoing updates and community-driven enhancements. The functionality of Superdesk goes beyond content creation and management. With features like powerful search queries, customizable templates, and workflow automation, it helps save time and effort while improving productivity. Additionally, Superdesk includes collaboration tools, multilingual support, and advanced analytics features that give newsrooms deeper insights into their operations.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Integrates well with legacy systems
  • Enables creation of new products and tools via APIs
  • Flexible workflows for various editorial needs
  • Powerful Elasticsearch for content tracking
  • Considered a partner rather than just a customer
Cons
  • Lack of comprehensive system administration documentation
  • Partial user guide

Features

Key features

Custom Workflows

Create and control workflows tailored to editorial needs, with options for breaking news, long-form stories, and more.

Headless CMS

Manage content production and distribution across multiple channels from a single, flexible platform.

Open-Source

Open-source nature allows customization and community-driven improvements.

Automation

Automate routine newsroom tasks such as report generation and market updates using templates.

Powerful Search Functionality

Use Elasticsearch to track and retrieve content across multiple repositories in real-time.

Content Profiling

Customize content profiles for different types of news and user requirements.

Collaboration Tools

Boost collaboration with features like user activity widgets and assignment tracking.

Multilingual Support

Users can set the platform in their preferred language for a more localized experience.

Analytics Module

Track and analyze productivity metrics to improve newsroom efficiency.

Additional features

Content Creation & Management

Manage multimedia content from one central hub.

Customizable Workspaces

Tailor workspaces for breaking news or special events.

User Activity Widget

Monitor user activities and content progress in real-time.

File Attachments

Attach non-text files to content for traceability.

Templates & Automation

Save time with automated content templates for recurring reports.

Search Queries

Build and save complex search queries for content tracking.

Language Support

Users can switch to multiple languages in the platform.

Custom Views & Reports

Create personalized views for content monitoring and schedule automated reports.

External Integrations

Connect with third-party apps via the Production API.

Read Time Preview

Automatically calculate and display article read time.

Annotations & Context

Add text annotations or fact boxes to enhance content without leaving the platform.

Pricing

Free trial
Free version
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Monthly plans

Lite
EUR 350/mo
billed monthly
Pro
EUR 2,990/mo
billed monthly

Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
9
Interface languages
31
Billing currencies

Interface languages

ArabicChineseEnglishFrenchGermanItalianPortugueseRussianSpanish

Billing currencies

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