THE CHALLENGE
+ Redesign site without actually redesigning it (seriously)
+ Rebuild static, circa 2005 site as custom
+ Drupal 6 theme
+ Re-build existing site functionality
+ Incorporate mid-project re-branded logo into “redesigned” site
+ Build-out new Google Maps-based Dealer Locator
+ Use web standards to leverage accessible content
+ Provide AP staff members with editorial content control
+ Re-gain control of user base and increase site security
+ Translate all site content into Spanish
THE SOLUTION
+ Incorporate web standards compliant HTML and CSS
+ Leverage Drupal 6 CMS and Blueprint CSS framework
+ Harness the Drupal open-source CMS, custom PHP, and the CCK and Views modules for consistent templates
+ Utilize jQuery and D6 modules for modal pop-ups
+ Develop existing site functionality as Drupal 6 Features
+ Realize Locator with GMaps, GeoCoder, Address and Location modules
+ Build-out Drupal 6’s translation management system
