Before You Begin
Ensure you have access or request access to your department’s Drupal site and the Digital Asset Manager (DAM) dashboard.
Review UofL branding and accessibility standards.
Objective or Task
Learn how to access and use UofL’s Drupal DAM for media management. Be able to integrate web analytics tools to monitor and improve website performance.
Instructions
Access the Drupal DAM
- Go to the UofL DAM Dashboard.
- Log in with your UofL credentials.
- Browse or search for approved assets including logos, photos and documents.
- Download or copy asset links for use in Drupal content.
Upload and Manage Assets
- Departments may request upload access via the Office of Communications & Marketing.
- Use metadata and categories to organize assets.
- Follow naming conventions and copyright guidelines for all uploads.
Integrate Siteimprove for Web Analytics
- Siteimprove is integrated with Drupal to monitor accessibility, broken links, SEO and content quality.
- Use the Siteimprove CMS plugin to view page-level insights directly in the Drupal editor.
- Review reports regularly to prioritize fixes and improve user experience.
Connect Google Analytics
- UofL websites use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) for traffic and behavior tracking.
- Siteimprove can be connected to GA4 to combine visitor data with content insights.
- To enable integration, go to Siteimprove > Settings > Content > Traffic Data Providers and connect your GA account.
Outcome
After completing these steps, you will be able to manage digital assets using the Drupal DAM and monitor your website’s performance using Siteimprove and Google Analytics.
Further Readings
Need Additional Help
• Contact OCM's web team at web@louisville.edu
• Contact the ITS HelpDesk: Call 502-852-7997 during business hours:
o Monday through Thursday: 6:00am – 10:00pm
o Friday: 6:00am – 5:00pm
o Saturday: 7:00am – 5:00pm
o Sunday: 10:00am – 10:00pm
o University Holidays: 7:00am – 5:00pm
o Closed on Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
o If you have an emergency during off hours, call the HelpDesk to be transferred to an on-call technician, or leave your request on voicemail. Your call will be returned the next day starting at 7am unless you specify a time.
• Live Chat: Chat with the ITS HelpDesk at https://apps.louisville.edu/it/livechat/phplive.php during business hours.
• Submit a Ticket: Use the self-service portal at http://service.louisville.edu to log requests or check the status of existing tickets.
• In-Person Support: Visit the iTechConnect 1:1 help located on the lower level of the Miller Information Technology Center, Belknap Campus, during business hours.