In Episode 30 of Beyond the CMS, host Chris Bryce welcomes Mark Demeny, a seasoned consultant and industry expert in content and content platforms, to discuss the evolving landscape of content management systems and how to choose the right CMS in a sea of sameness.
Mark shares his extensive experience spanning nearly 20 years, including his work with the Mock Alliance—a group focused on advancing composable architecture principles like microservices, API-first, cloud, and headless CMS. They dive into the challenges and opportunities of modern CMS selection, the importance of organizational alignment, and the growing role of composable approaches.
Key topics covered include:
The origins and mission of the Mock Alliance and its impact on the CMS ecosystem
The Open Data Model initiative to help architects understand composable system integration
How CMS choices have evolved from programming language constraints to headless and beyond
The critical question of owning your CMS roadmap versus relying on vendor roadmaps
The influence of vendor product strategies on CMS selection
Personalization trends, including the integration of Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) and the challenges of content variation management
The transformative impact of AI on content creation, personalization, and CMS workflows
The risks and opportunities AI presents for content attribution and brand experience
The renewed importance of structured content and content strategy in the AI era
Whether you're a CTO, CMO, or digital strategist, this episode offers valuable insights into navigating the complex CMS landscape and preparing for the future of content management.
What is Beyond the CMS - A Content Management Podcast?
We are all about Content Management Platforms.
Welcome to "Beyond the CMS," the podcast where big ideas, insightful conversations, and industry-leading voices converge to redefine digital content experiences. Each episode, we sit down with influential thought leaders and innovators from the most prominent CMS platforms—including Contentful, Storyblok, Agility, Magnolia, and more—to explore emerging trends, groundbreaking technologies, and transformative strategies shaping the future of content management.
Our guests are industry experts, visionaries, and key executives who dive deep into topics such as headless architectures, personalization, AI-driven content strategies, composable solutions, and best practices for delivering seamless digital experiences at scale. Whether you're a marketer, developer, product manager, or simply passionate about digital innovation, join us as we uncover actionable insights, discuss bold ideas, and provide a unique behind-the-scenes look into the ever-evolving CMS landscape.
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