28 Questions
What is the role of a CMS integrator?
Assisting in selecting and configuring CMSs
Which type of acquisition involves licensing and installing the CMS?
Commercial
What is the primary characteristic of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) acquisition?
Renting and using the CMS
How does the selection of a consultant differ from working with a software vendor?
Consultants offer unbiased advice on system selection
What is the starting point for acquiring a CMS through a software vendor?
Choosing from one of their partners
Which of the following types of searches will identify one or more CMS vendors?
Looking for a CMS integrator
What distinguishes open source CMSs in terms of cost?
They are typically free to use without a license fee
Why are some open source CMSs easier to host than others?
They have fewer computational requirements and are suitable for shared hosting
What is a key benefit of open source CMSs for smaller projects?
They are commonly used in projects with limited budgets due to no licensing fees
Why do some open source CMSs require a self-hosted environment?
Because they need specific libraries and more resources than shared hosting can provide
Which type of projects commonly utilize open source CMSs?
Smaller projects with limited budgets that cannot afford license fees
How are commercial CMSs commonly priced by the number of editing users?
Per seat
What pricing model is based on the number of servers on which a commercial CMS runs?
By server
In what way is a commercial CMS typically priced based on adding extra packages to the core system?
By feature
Which axis is used for pricing a commercial CMS based on the amount of content under management?
By content volume
Why can determining the final pricing of a commercial CMS be challenging?
It requires consultation with the vendor's sales department
What is one of the advantages that paid commercial licenses for open source systems offer?
Higher level of testing and QA
What do many of the paid advantages offered by open source vendors aim to address for companies?
Fear of high implementation costs
What do commercial CMS vendors generally adhere to in terms of quality and functionality?
Higher standard
What does buying a commercial CMS not liberate a company from?
Costs of implementation
What is one common service provided by commercial vendors to assist with the installation, configuration, and templating of systems?
"Professional services"
What can companies expect from paid support options offered by some vendors?
Subscription-based support
What is a common justification for building an in-house CMS?
Avoiding software bloat and unnecessary complication
Why do developer-led in-house CMS efforts sometimes pose a challenge?
Developers view content as data, not a business asset
What does it mean when the system is described as 'locked in'?
The system is developed to only service stated requirements
What should organizations do before beginning an in-house CMS project, according to the text?
Review available open source options
What should organizations consider regarding hosting when acquiring a CMS?
Platform limitations for hosting the CMS
What aspect should organizations assess in terms of project budget when considering a CMS acquisition?
The portion of the budget allocated for the CMS project
Explore the process of acquiring a Content Management System (CMS) in this quiz focusing on open source, commercial, SaaS, and self-built CMS options. Learn about the different starting points and questions to ask during the acquisition process.
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