![]() The simple things became so much easier, and meant I could really begin devoting my efforts toward working with more complex functionality and backend code. In fact, once I jumped into the world of content management systems, my entire outlook on web development changed. I’ve worked with content management systems nearly every day, for the most part of the last decade. I feel as though I’ve developed quite a weighty level of experience, especially having worked with such a diverse range of clients. I’ve been working with Drupal, and other content management systems (equally, by the way - I don’t think I hold an inherent Drupal bias) for over a decade. If you look at all the other content management solutions currently available today, nothing compares. In fact, I’d say that over the years the CMS has actually detached itself progressively further from the traditional notion of a content management system. The CMS has a reputation, and not by any small means.ĭrupal’s positioning in the content management market is significant, and holds a lot of weight. Drupal Competitors & Alternatives: in 2019Īs we all know, Drupal is a CMS heavyweight.Īnd that’s a position Drupal’s held for the best part of the last 15-20 years (Drupal is over 18 years old by now). Understand why users might be exploring the possibility of a Drupal alternative, rather than trying to fix the issues they’re having with Drupal.Try to diagnose exactly what kind of issues users may currently be having with Drupal, and:.Attempt to understand the nature of these questions a little better,.And of course, if this question is being probed, this hints to me that there are some (probably several) reasons that users are perhaps disgruntled. It’s important to understand exactly what clients are asking, and why they’re asking it. I feel that this is the best way to look at this question-by dissecting it. Okay, so now we have it narrowed down to a few key points. What problems is Drupal causing you currently, that are pushing you to explore possible alternatives, or rather, “Drupal competitors”?.What are the reasons you are looking for an alternative?.Obviously, there are a few questions to ask at this point. ![]() “What alternatives to Drupal exist in 2019, and are reliable, secure, and feature-rich?” Or rather, what you’re trying to ask!Īnd most likely, what you’re actually trying to ask is something more along the lines of: But after many conversations, I’ve come to realize what this question really means. What do you mean - “ Drupal’s competitors?”ĭrupal isn’t a commercial product or service, so I’m often a little perplexed by this choice of words. ![]() "What does Drupal’s competition look like, in 2019?"Īnd these specific questions, at least to me, don't really make much sense. Believe it or not, these are common questions I’m asked by my clients.
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