{"id":5249,"date":"2021-05-31T08:00:46","date_gmt":"2021-05-31T15:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/?p=5249"},"modified":"2025-05-01T11:53:02","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T18:53:02","slug":"what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a content management system and how does it perform?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-content-management-system.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-content-management-system.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-content-management-system.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-content-management-system-300x184.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking to take a stab at content creation? Have you been wanting to launch an e-commerce website but are unsure of where to start? A content management system (CMS) allows business owners to create, edit, publish, and archive content, including blogs, articles, press releases, and company events using powerful online management platforms, even without a technical background. So, if this sounds like something you\u2019re looking to learn more about, we will be delving deep into the world of CMS below.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform\/#Whats_a_content_management_system_CMS\" >What\u2019s a content management system (CMS)?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform\/#What_are_some_noteworthy_features_of_content_management_systems\" >What are some noteworthy features of content management systems?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform\/#What_are_the_benefits_of_using_a_CMS\" >What are the benefits of using a CMS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform\/#What_are_the_most_widely_used_CMS_platforms\" >What are the most widely used CMS platforms?&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-content-management-system-and-how-does-it-perform\/#How_much_does_a_CMS_platform_cost\" >How much does a CMS platform cost?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_a_content_management_system_CMS\"><\/span><b>What\u2019s a content management system (CMS)?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A content management system, often abbreviated in the tech field as CMS, is a type of software that\u2019s used to build websites and create content for thousands of users on the internet. The best types of content management systems typically allow you to create your website without writing any code, which is great for the early days of online business organizations. So, instead of relying on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">knowledge of HTML<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can have confidence in the simplified dashboard of your CSM software to do it for you.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress is a commonly used CMS platform that allows users to log in to their website dashboard through a simplified interface which helps them to create pages, content, and even customize their design. So, regardless of whether you\u2019re opening an e-commerce store, creating a specialty blog, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/clients.html?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">developing a portfolio of your work<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with the help of a CSM, you have an all-in-one solution to launching your website on a budget.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_noteworthy_features_of_content_management_systems\"><\/span><b>What are some noteworthy features of content management systems?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like any type of software, there are lots of different options when it comes to CMS platforms. That being said, the best content management systems commonly share the following features:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A website dashboard:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dashboard provides users with a simple interface where they can log in and customize their website.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selectable themes:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the type of website you launch, a CMS platform will allow you to select a pre-made template or theme with the option to change elements like the layout, colours, and fonts.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content editor:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This feature allows you to add text, photos, and other descriptive content that you want to display on your website without the need to look at how it\u2019s being coded (unless you want to, of course!).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plugins and extensions:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since every part of your CMS platforms allow your website to be simplistically modifiable, it\u2019s important to immerse yourself in additional features that are brought through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/plugins-c-381?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plugin and extension installation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Keep in mind that elements such as a contact form or social media integration will require a CMS-friendly plugin!<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple user management:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good CMS platform will allow you to easily grant other users access to publish content on your website.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_benefits_of_using_a_CMS\"><\/span><b>What are the benefits of using a CMS?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMS software is a great tool to ease the process of creating a personalized website. They open up the wide web for non-techy users, which allows them to design, create, and publish content without <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hiring a professional web developer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While professionals are needed to scale a business, manage ever-growing services, and provide expert support, the basics of project management can be orchestrated through the use of a CMS.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That being said, here are just a few of the benefits of using CMS software to build your e-commerce website:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><strong>No hassle publishing: <\/strong><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CMS makes it easy to edit and publish content through the simple dashboard setup.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Convenient content scheduling:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CMS allows administrative flexibility by offering users the option to publish content right away or schedule posts to be published in the future.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All business sizes are welcome:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Welcome you\u2019re a big-name brand or a start-up, CMS works to help manage any business size.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easy-to-operate:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CMS allows beginners to start learning about how to manage sites without relying on the high cost of development work. While they are a great setup to kick things off, when huge site maintenance is required, we recommend investing in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">professional web developers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make changes to your website.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The days of boring site themes are gone with the ability to customize your business page using a CMS. Change the theme, add a logo, and stylize the colours with ease. Also, consider <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/plugins-c-381?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">installing plugins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for some added features.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_most_widely_used_CMS_platforms\"><\/span><b>What are the most widely used CMS platforms?&nbsp;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking to install a CMS platform to help manage your e-commerce business? With countless customization options available, it\u2019s important to select one that offers multiple features.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some that are commonly used:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/woocommerce_development_services\">WordPress<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/hire_dedicated_shopify_developers\">Shopify<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/platform_bigcommerce\">BigCommerce<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wix<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joomla<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drupal<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numinix.com\/platform_magento\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magento<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_CMS_platform_cost\"><\/span><b>How much does a CMS platform cost?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know the answer to \u201cwhat\u201d and \u201cwhy\u201d a CMS platform is a good way to manage your online business, it\u2019s time to delve deeper into \u201chow\u201d. What better way is there to pinpoint how you can make it happen than to understand the numbers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are many free versions of CMS platforms, the best content management systems operate better when they have access to innovative features. Unfortunately, these features can be costly, so it\u2019s important to determine your budget before selecting the type of software you want.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, a basic WordPress site can be as low as $100 (excluding the cost of web hosting and the domain name) and go as high as $10000 with the right addition of add-ons.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone interested in starting an online store has different needs and those needs will determine the cost and future development work that\u2019s needed to manage the site. Since an informational-based website that doesn\u2019t sell products requires fewer features than an e-commerce website that needs the ability to keep data secure after processing payments, it\u2019s easy to see how the cost can vary between the two separate examples.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope this blog helped you to better understand content management systems and what would work best for you. If you have any further questions or would help setting up and managing your CMS platform, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/numinix.atlassian.net\/servicedesk\/customer\/portals?utm_source=Trek_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=May2021_ContentManagementSystem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">please send us an email<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What piece of information did you find most helpful in the above blog submission? 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