Key Features & Benefits
- Cloud Hosting with Global CDN
Your site runs on Pantheon’s distributed cloud infrastructure and global content delivery network (CDN), delivering fast performance for visitors regardless of location.
- Data Backups
Automated daily backups of your database and files provide protection and quick restore options for disaster recovery or testing.
- SSL Certificate Management
Secure HTTPS is provided and managed, including certificate provisioning and renewal, ensuring encrypted connections for all site visitors.
- Custom Domain Names / DNS Management
Pitt Drupal Sites follow the format sitename.pitt.edu. Domain name configuration and mapping ensures your site is always reachable.
- Pitt Passport / SSO Integration
Integration with Pitt Passport simplifies authentication and account management while enhancing security with single sign-on (SSO).
- CMS Code and Security Updates
Pantheon’s update pipeline and management tools ensure your site stays current with accessibility standards, brand updates, security patches, and CMS improvements. This reduces technical debt and minimizes the need for major rebuilds over time.
- Branding Compliance / Ongoing Brand Updates
The Pitt design system keeps your site aligned with University brand guidelines and is updated as brand standards evolve.
- Security Scans & Accessibility Reporting
Automated scans and reporting tools monitor site health, security risks, and accessibility issues to support ongoing compliance.
- Documentation and Training Videos
Review our Pitt Drupal CMS Guide and training videos.