When:
to
Room:
Room 3 (Hall G1)
Tags:
drupal showcase, other cms / beyond drupal, leadership, management, & business
Track:
SVG
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clients & industry experiences

Why we left Drupal, tried Storyblok, and what happened next

Why we left Drupal, tried Storyblok, and what happened next

Iztok Smolic (iztok)

Tempted by SaaS CMS promises? The marketing for SaaS CMS solutions is persuasive, often highlighting ease of use and contrasting it with traditional CMS systems.

I got sold on those claims and decided to put them to the test by migrating our website from Drupal to Storyblok.

Learn from our honest comparison, migration lessons, and new ways to champion Drupal against competitors based on real-world experience.

Prerequisite
A basic understanding of Content Management Systems (like Drupal) and general web development concepts is helpful. No specific Storyblok or advanced technical knowledge is required to benefit from the session.

Outline
This session details our journey moving a project from Drupal to Storyblok. We'll cover:

1. The specific Drupal pain points that led us to explore alternatives like Storyblok.

2. The migration process: What went well and what challenges we faced.

3. An honest look at Storyblok: What problems did it solve, and what new challenges did it introduce?

Key takeaways: Lessons for evaluating CMS options and insights into how SaaS CMS market themselves, revealing how we can better position Drupal, while acknowledging its trade-offs.

Learning Objectives
Attendees will leave able to:

1. Critically evaluate the marketing claims of SaaS CMS platforms against practical realities.

2. Anticipate specific challenges and benefits when considering a move from Drupal to a headless/SaaS CMS.

3. Identify key Drupal strengths that become more apparent after experiencing alternatives.

4. Develop stronger arguments and positioning to effectively advocate for and sell Drupal in a competitive market.

Experience level
Beginner