Google Drive
is a file storage and synchronization service developed by Google. Launched on April 24, 2012, Google Drive
allows users to store files on their servers, synchronize files across devices,
and share files. In addition to a website, Google Drive offers apps with offline
capabilities for Windows and macOS computers, and Android and iOS smartphones and tablets. Google Drive
encompasses Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides, which are a part of an office suite that permits collaborative editing of
documents, spreadsheets, presentations, drawings, forms, and more. Files
created and edited through the office suite are saved in Google Drive
Example of web portal
As one of the largest banks in the eurozone, Santander looked to build
a new enterprise web platform that would integrate with existing software (CMS,
Search Engine, Product Catalog) while allowing room for new content and
features. Their site includes several retail banking features and ability to
open new accounts and manage day-to-day banking operations.
CopperPoint is Arizona’s largest provider of workers compensation
insurance and wanted to provide a better user experience for their
policyholders and agents. Their site offers a flexible web design that enables
payments and account management for clients, in addition to mobile
notifications, push messages, email alerts, and more.
Allianz Group, with a customer base of over 75 million, offers a site
that is both dynamic and personal. With the "My Insurance Portfolio"
customer site, users have the ability to retrieve historical records of
purchased products and services along with integrated features to facilitate
policy payments and renewals. The site also features easy-to-update contact
information and communication preferences.
Patient Portals
UAB's top-ranked medical professionals found a platform through which
they can reach many visitors and actual patients with health concerns. Their
site hosts a free patient portal with a directory of various healthcare
providers categorized by specialty, gender and location. It also features
various subsections for knowledge about conditions and treatments, locations,
contact info and FAQs.
Right off the bat, you’ll notice the beautiful layout and color scheme
of the Forest Hills site. On top of that, this patient portal features the
ability to request appointments and refills, review growth charts, print
immunization records, and fill out surveys for check-ups and other portions of
the medical record.