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Determining what type of Web development platform you are going to use for your business can be challenging, as there are hundreds of software options available on the market today. With so many options and different views on whether WordPress Vs. a custom content management system is a better solution, one can be wary on making the right choice.
To help provide some informative insight and clarity, here are some pros and cons of WordPress Vs. a custom content management system:
WordPress PROS
• Inexpensive
• Thousands of available predesigned WordPress themes ready for immediate use
• Support available to assist anyone from novice level to expert
• Quick installation
• Thousands of available plug-ins for adding functionality to sites
• Updates are easy to conduct without the need for technical skills
WordPress Cons
• Due to the fact WordPress uses common source code there is a security risk to website data
• As a result of varying levels of skills and knowledge from developers, there are inconsistent levels in terms of quality for support offered
• Features and functionalities can be more limited, as WordPress was originally designed as a blogging tool, not as a CMS
Custom Content Management System Pros
• Going custom essentially gives you the ability to customize your website, tailor-made to meet your business needs and consumer expectations
• Security is typically better based on the fact that an effective CMS needs to be built and maintained by skilled professional developers.
• Using a custom content management platform enables you to add functionalities and expand on features with relative ease
• Ability to create a website that stands apart from the rest
Custom Content Management System Cons
• Typically need sound knowledge of code and experience to build and maintain websites
• More expensive
• More time needs to be invested when it comes to development
• Future updates will require further assistance from developer
When choosing the most appropriate CMS solution remember to consider whether or not your business website will need modifications in the future which are significant enough to warrant going with a custom option, or whether a prepackaged solution like WordPress meets your needs for now and in the future.
