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Why the CMS you choose makes a big difference
We’re not saying developers shouldn’t have a say (far from it). The platform you use needs to support a secure, fast, scalable site that’s built to last - and developers know what’s going on under the hood. In fact, we wrote a whole post about why we often choose Statamic over WordPress, if you're curious.
But there’s another side to this decision that’s just as important…
Why your content team should have a seat at the table
We always say: if your team is going to be using the CMS every day, their input shouldn’t just be considered, it’s essential.
They may not be fluent in HTML, CSS or JavaScript, but they know exactly what helps them do their jobs better. And that’s the whole point of a CMS: making it easier to add, edit, and manage your content efficiently, without jumping through hoops.
We often hear from clients who’ve had clunky CMS experiences in the past; systems that felt overly technical or just didn’t make sense to them. That’s why we always take time at the beginning of a project to talk through what you need. We also offer demos of Statamic (our go-to CMS) so clients can see how it works before making the leap.
We get it — not everyone’s wired like a developer. We love keeping things simple, and we’re always on the side of clients who feel the same.
So what’s so good about Statamic?
Statamic isn’t a household name like WordPress, but that’s kind of the point. It’s powerful and refreshingly simple, which is why we’re such big fans — and why many of our clients become fans too.
Here’s what we love about it (and what content managers often tell us they love too):
It’s easy to use – You don’t need to be tech-savvy to get the hang of it. The control panel is clean and intuitive.
Visual editor – Make changes and publish without messing with code. What you see is what you get.
No fluff – The interface is streamlined, so you can focus on content, not navigating confusing menus.
Customisable dashboard – See what matters most at a glance, like new signups, form submissions, or content waiting to be reviewed.
Collections – Organise everything (blogs, testimonials, products, case studies) in a way that makes sense for your team.
Basic and advanced technical SEO functions - Option to add an SEO tab to every page with ability to add meta data - page title, description - Schema markup, Open Graph meta tags for social sharing, no-index / no-follow tags and sitemap configuration.
Duplication – Quickly copy pages or reuse templates to save time.
Drag and drop – Reordering content takes seconds.
Live preview – See your edits in real time, so there’s no guessing what it’ll look like once published.
Flexible page builder – Choose from content blocks like quotes, videos, galleries, tables — and build pages your way.
Smart asset manager – Upload and organise images and files in one central place.
Video embeds – Just paste in a YouTube or Vimeo link. Done.
Multi-site support – Manage multiple sites or languages from one place without extra tools.
Basically: it’s built to make life easier.
A CMS that works for everyone
Choosing the right CMS isn’t just a technical decision — it’s a people decision too.
When you bring your content team into the conversation early on, you're far more likely to end up with a platform that fits everyone’s needs - from the developers building the site to the marketers and editors who keep it updated.
And just a reminder: a solid CMS is important, but it’s only one part of a successful website. Strong strategy, clear goals, and good planning go a long way. Take a look at our approach or give us a call to discuss how we can help you create a website that meets your goals.
If you're interested in seeing whether Statamic is the right fit for your website, get in touch to arrange a demo.
