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When it comes to crafting exceptional digital experiences, your choice of content management system (CMS) can make or break your strategy. Umbraco has earned the title of the #1 CMS in the UK membership sector, and we're not the least bit surprised!
As the first Umbraco Platinum Partner in both the UK and the US, we're huge advocates for the platform. We've seen firsthand how Umbraco transforms digital projects – and we're here to hopefully inspire you to make it your top choice too.
From its versatility and user-friendliness to its flexibility and robust feature set, Umbraco has become an indispensable tool for us. Umbraco is built on .NET, and it's open-source, which comes with the added bonus of no license fees. It’s revolutionised our digital offerings for clients, and we’re excited to share why we love Umbraco.
Umbraco is more than just a CMS. It's a composable Digital Experience Platform (DXP) that puts you in the driver's seat. It gives you complete control over your tech stack, ensuring that each component works harmoniously, while scaling effortlessly to meet your organisation's evolving needs. Plus, with a vast range of packages available in the marketplace (currently 1,200+), you can easily extend Umbraco’s functionality to perfectly match your unique requirements.
Flexibility is at the core of what makes Umbraco stand out from the crowd. As an open-source CMS, Umbraco is highly customisable, meaning it can be adapted to the specific needs of any organisation regardless of size or industry. This is especially important for membership associations, which often have unique requirements for managing members, events, and content. And as a headless CMS, it’s easy to reuse content from your website in other digital channels.
With a vast library of out-of-the-box integrations, it's never been easier to connect your existing tech stack into Umbraco. From AMS/CRM systems and member portals to marketing automation and eCommerce platforms, Umbraco's integration capabilities mean you can launch your projects faster and more efficiently. And because it’s open source, developers can easily add their own custom integrations.
These integrations don't just benefit your organisation – they also enhance your members' experience. By providing a responsive, smooth user experience, you can ensure every interaction is convenient and user-friendly, keeping your members engaged and satisfied.
Managing content shouldn't feel like pulling teeth. Umbraco's intuitive back office is designed with non-technical users in mind, making it easy to create, review, approve, and publish content. Custom workflows mean that even in membership and association settings, where staff may need to update the website regularly, content management is a stress-free experience.
We tailor the back office to our clients’ specific needs, ensuring the most frequently used functions are easily accessible and right where they need them.
Digital trends are constantly changing, but with Umbraco, you're always ahead of the curve. Supported by a thriving community of developers and regular contributors (and MVPs), Umbraco stays on the cutting edge. You’re not just getting a CMS – you’re getting a future-proof solution that’ll grow with your organisation, providing security and confidence in your investment.
You can download and host your own instance of Umbraco, but why would you when the folks who make the product will host it for you in the Umbraco Cloud? In the US, they host with Microsoft Azure in the US East Region (located in VA). They take care of the hard stuff (Umbraco updates included), so you can focus on generating great content and a great user experience.
The numbers don't lie, and Umbraco's track record speaks for itself. 400,000+ websites are built on Umbraco, including household names like Mercedes-Benz, Carlsberg, and Domino's, to name a few.
With exceptional user ratings on platforms like G2 Crowd, Umbraco’s reputation for reliability and flexibility makes it the trusted choice for developers and businesses worldwide.
Get in touch to see how Cantarus' expertise as an Umbraco Platinum Partner can elevate your web project.