Top 10 Recommendations from IBM for Portal projects

Below are the top recommendations from IBM that needs to be followed in order to successfully implement portal projects.

• Start small and building iteratively.
• Get a sanity check from an experienced portal architect.
• Tune the environmentTreat stress testing as mandatory.
• Build a staging and test environment.
• Ensure the test environment “matches” production.
• Avoid building “uber” portlets that serve multiple purposes.
• Staff the project with skilled resources.
• Conduct a Portal Workshop.

Reference Links : WebSphere Portal Product Information
http://www-306.ibm.com/software/genservers/portal/