Glossary

Contenta

Contenta is RWS’s structured content management solution that helps organizations create, manage and deliver complex technical information efficiently. It’s designed for industries that demand accuracy, compliance and continuous content updates – such as aerospace, defense and manufacturing.

Description

Contenta centralizes structured content authoring and storage in a Common Source Database (CSDB), enabling teams to reuse approved components and maintain consistency across documents and products.

Built around XML and S1000D standards, Contenta supports the entire content lifecycle – from creation and revision control to multi-format publishing and delivery. It allows large organizations to manage vast amounts of mission-critical documentation with precision and traceability. By integrating with tools such as XPP (for high-performance publishing) and the Contenta Publishing Suite, it ensures that every version of every document remains compliant, current and ready for distribution.

Example use cases

  • Aerospace and defense: Manage and deliver S1000D-compliant technical publications for fleets and systems.
  • Manufacturing: Centralize product documentation and automate updates across models or regions.
  • Field operations: Enable secure, mobile access to up-to-date manuals and maintenance guides.
  • Government: Maintain accuracy, compliance and audit trails for complex content.

Key benefits

Efficiency
Reduce authoring and maintenance effort through component reuse.
Compliance
Support global standards such as S1000D, ATA iSpec 2200 and MIL-SPEC.
Accuracy
Keep technical content synchronized and version-controlled.
Integration
Connect seamlessly with publishing, delivery and expert services.
Integration
Handle thousands of documents and data modules in one secure environment.

RWS perspective

At RWS, Contenta embodies our Human + Technology approach to technical communication. It gives content teams control over complex information ecosystems – combining structured authoring, automated publishing and expert support.

Our Contenta Expert Services help organizations optimize workflows, migrate legacy content and implement S1000D standards efficiently. Integrated with XPP and Contenta Publishing Suite, it forms a complete solution for authoring, managing and delivering technical content with confidence. Trusted by clients such as the United States Air Force, Contenta supports mission-critical documentation that must be right the first time – every time.