what's a CMS?

... and why do I need one?

Content can be classed as any information resources including documents, text, images etc.

A static website, containing content built with HTML code, can only be updated by trained web developers.

In contrast, a CMS(Content Management System) is a web-based database that allows regular users and administrators to manage the organisation, categorisation and structure of content contained in the website without software and programming experience. Changes to a CMS website are made through a special administrator interface accessed from your web browser and become visible as soon as they are saved and ‘approved’. No special software is required for visitors to view a CMS website as HTML pages are sent by the webserver just as they are on a static website.

Why use a CMS?

Simplicity. A CMS allows our clients to manage and update their website anytime, from anywhere, within set style guidelines ensuring their content is always fresh and up-to-date. Not having to wait for a developer to update a static site decreases web management costs and increases update frequency. Our clients love this.

Why Joomla CMS?

Joomla is a popular, cutting edge, open-source CMS platform tested and deployed by millions all over the world. Its flexibility, efficiency, ease of use and low cost make it an ideal small-medium business web platform that can cost as little as a static website. Due to its popularity with developers, a wide range of 3rd party modules and extensions are available. Being open-source, there are no licensing charges for the standard software and most modules/extensions.
scribblyDESIGN implements a highly refined Joomla administrator interface which reduces perceived complexity, showing just what you need to manage your website.

Standard Joomla CMS features

Joomla, our CMS of choice comes with the following standard features(if enabled)

  • Edit, manage and order categories, articles and content using inbuilt text editor
  • PDF, print or EMAIL articles or content
  • Blogs; dated online commentary or news with the ability for readers to leave comments
  • News items and newsflash
  • Polls and surveys with results
  • Contact page and form
  • Site search
  • News feeds
  • SEO(Search Engine Optimisation) enabling features including sitemap and URL rewriting
  • Subscriber management with logins to MEMBER/SUBSCRIBER content not available to the PUBLIC
  • Simple banner management
  • Comprehensive manual and support forums

Optional Joomla CMS features

Optional features include, but are not limited to

  • Enterprise access control and versioning
  • E-Commerce shopping carts and quoting systems
  • Contact lists or directories
  • Calendars, event and task management
  • Booking systems
  • CRM(Customer Relationship Management)
  • Forums and discussion boards
  • Online chat for sales support
  • Image gallery, slideshow and lightbox
  • Guest book
  • Mailing lists and newsletters
  • Weather and radar
  • Classified adds
  • Real estate and property management
  • Random quotes
  • Portfolios
  • Media streaming
 

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