Let’s learn about headless content management systems, how they differ from traditional CMS’s and whether they’re right for your business.
What is a Headless CMS?
Unlike traditional CMS’s, a headless CMS is a content management system that separates where content is stored (“the body”) and where it is presented (“the head”).
But what does this mean?
In a headless CMS, content authoring is separated from software development. Editors are given an interface for managing content, while developers use APIs to query and filter this content to build websites and applications.
This gives developers the ability to develop for any channel, whether it be across the web, mobile, or other digital platforms.
Bottom line: Content authors focus on content, developers focus on development.
How are They Different from Traditional CMS’s?
A traditional CMS merges everything into one. You take on the role of writer, developer and security analyst. This can work on a small scale e.g. for small businesses with one staff member to manage everything, but as the business grows, you need to separate these roles in order to scale.
