Why We Use and Recommend Statamic as the Right CMS for Your Website
At Mity Digital, we’ve worked with various content management systems (CMS) over the years, but when it comes to delivering modern, flexible, and easy-to-manage websites, we consistently turn to Statamic. It’s our CMS of choice, and we highly recommend it to our clients. But why? Let’s dive into what makes Statamic the ideal platform for your website.
1. A Modern CMS That Moves Beyond WordPress and Joomla
Traditional CMS platforms like WordPress and Joomla have been around for years, but they often rely on outdated architecture, requiring extensive plugins to achieve functionality that should be built-in.
Statamic, on the other hand, is a modern, flat-file CMS built on Laravel, offering a more streamlined and secure alternative. With Statamic, you get a system that is faster, more flexible, and less bloated than traditional database-driven platforms.
2. No Database Means Speed and Security
Statamic is flat-file by default, meaning it doesn’t require a database to store content. This approach provides several key benefits:
Performance: Without a database, websites load faster and are more efficient.
Security: No database means fewer attack vectors for hackers, reducing vulnerabilities.
Portability: Websites are easier to move, back up, and version control.
For larger projects, Statamic does support database storage, but for most cases, the flat-file structure offers a huge advantage.
3. A Truly Flexible and Customisable CMS
Every website has unique needs, and Statamic makes it easy to build a custom experience tailored to your requirements. Unlike WordPress, which forces you into a rigid post-and-page structure, Statamic allows for:
Flexible content modelling: Define custom collections, fields, and blueprints to structure your content however you need.
Custom dashboards: Provide editors with a user-friendly experience tailored to their workflow.
Effortless content relationships: Easily connect content types, making it ideal for complex sites.
4. A Brilliant Editing Experience
Your CMS should make content management simple, not frustrating. Statamic’s Live Preview, Grid-based content editor, and drag-and-drop functionality make updating websites intuitive and efficient. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or editor, you’ll love how easy it is to manage content without needing technical skills.
5. Built for Developers and Agencies
For developers, Statamic is a dream to work with. As a Laravel-powered CMS, it provides a robust foundation for building custom features, integrating third-party services, and crafting tailored experiences. Some of the key benefits include:
No plugin bloat: Unlike WordPress, where many sites rely on third-party plugins for essential features, Statamic offers built-in functionality and add-ons.
Version control-friendly: Statamic’s flat-file structure works seamlessly with Git, making development workflows cleaner and more efficient.
Extensibility: If you need custom functionality, Statamic’s Laravel foundation makes it easy to develop and scale your website.
Why We Recommend Statamic for Your Website
At Mity Digital, we’re committed to building websites that are fast, secure, and easy to manage. Statamic allows us to do just that while giving our clients an exceptional content editing experience. Whether you’re a business, not-for-profit, or growing organisation, Statamic provides the flexibility and scalability you need.
If you’re looking for a CMS that truly works for you, let’s chat about how Statamic can power your next website!
Michael Scruse
Michael brings his technical, web and sales expertise to every project, backed by over 30 years’ experience in the IT industry.
Michael is also a qualified chef, although cooking is now in a domestic kitchen. Michael is a bit of a history buff and is currently researching his own family history.
