This page will discuss the advantages of wikis

The advantages of wikis are:

  • It is easy for anyone at any time to edit documents.
  • Storage is reduced as the file does not have to be saved on a hard drive as it is automatically saved on the Internet
  • There are search facilities
  • The linkage system allows links to discussion pages and or information pages
  • Most recent editions very visible; easy monitoring
  • The original document can be recovered
  • Easy links to multi-language documentation
  • Lets team members contribute more easily due to the easy access to the Wikis for the team members.
  • Team members can work from home or wherever they are, no need to arrange meetings with team members which therefore saves time in completing a project.
  • It's easy to share ideas, comments and notes
  • Wiki's are quick and easy to use
  • It eliminates a series of e-mails