Drupal CMS: Simplify Your Content Management

What if a content management system could be simpler, faster, and more accessible for everyone—from marketers to small business owners? The new Drupal CMS is here to make that vision a reality, marking a transformative moment for businesses of all sizes. 

Drupal isn’t just for developers anymore! The latest version puts powerful, easy-to-use tools in the hands of marketers and content creators, making it easier than ever to build and manage amazing digital experiences.

The New Drupal CMS: A User-Friendly Revolution

Unlike its predecessor, the new Drupal CMS simplifies workflows with pre-packaged solutions tailored to non-technical users. The key feature driving this change is “Recipes”—predefined configurations that allow users to deploy features like “Marketing Agency Site” or “eCommerce Site” with a single click. This powerful tool reduces dependency on developers, speeds up launches, and empowers users to focus on strategy and content.

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Vardot’s Role in the New Drupal CMS Content Publishing Track

Vardot is leading the content publishing track focusing on making content management simple and efficient for marketers and editors. By addressing gaps in traditional Drupal, we’ve developed recipes that streamline content creation, review, and publishing workflows.

Vardot's Role in Content Publishing Workflows

With contributions from our Acquia-certified experts, we’ve enhanced the new Drupal CMS Starter Plan by:

• Improving Workflows: Faster and more efficient content management.
   

• Simplifying Tools: Designed for ease of use, empowering non-technical users.
   

• Boosting Confidence: Making it easier for teams to manage and publish content.

Our open-source recipes for Drupal CMS and Varbase reflect our commitment to innovation and collaboration, making the platform more accessible and powerful for all users. According to Mohammed Razem, Vardot's CEO, Vardot’s involvement is rooted in its mission to provide a seamless content experience for editors and marketers. 

“ We’ve always aimed to help organizations deliver exceptional digital experiences that are both scalable and futureproof. Our involvement in Drupal CMS, particularly as we lead the content publishing track, enables us to continue pursuing that long-term goal and vision,” Mohammed Razem, CEO of Vardot.

Key Innovations for the New Drupal CMS in the Content Publishing Track:

At Vardot, we aim to deliver scalable and future-proof digital experiences. By leading the content publishing track, we are making Drupal CMS more accessible and intuitive for marketers and content creators. Here’s a list of our contributions to the content publishing track:

• Drafting from Published Versions: Allows users to edit live content without disrupting the current page, ensuring seamless updates and approvals.
   

• Scheduled Publishing: Automates content go-live times, a critical feature for campaigns and time-sensitive updates.
   
• Content Moderation Dashboards: Centralized widgets streamline reviews, approvals, and draft management.
   
• Collaborative Workspaces: Teams can coordinate large-scale edits across multiple pages and entities without immediate publishing, which is perfect for launching complex campaigns.

Why Marketers Will Love the New Drupal CMS?

The new Drupal CMS is a game-changer for non-technical users like marketers, small business owners, and content creators. Features like low-code/no-code tools, enhanced project browsers, and streamlined workflows make it a viable competitor to platforms like WordPress and Webflow.

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What are the benefits of using the new Drupal CMS for marketers?

• Faster Time-to-Market: Launch sites or features with pre-built Recipes.
   

• Reduced Developer Dependency: Simplified workflows mean everyday tasks like scheduling posts or updating pages can be handled in-house.
   

• Intuitive Dashboards: Clear, centralized interfaces make content management straightforward and efficient.

These updates redefine Drupal’s perception as an “enterprise-only solution”, broadening its appeal to smaller organizations and marketing teams.

Vardot’s Ongoing Role in Advancing Drupal Development

Vardot’s expertise with Varbase has significantly shaped the new Drupal CMS. The philosophy of pre-configured, ready-to-use workflows—central to Varbase—now forms the backbone of many features within the content publishing track.

Through open-source Recipes and continuous improvements to the content publishing track, Vardot is driving innovation to ensure that the New Drupal CMS adapts to modern content management demands. Key features like collaborative workspaces and a drag-and-drop experience builder are transforming how teams create and manage content. Whether you’re a marketer, content creator, or small business owner, the new Drupal CMS provides a scalable, user-friendly solution tailored to your needs. With Vardot at the forefront of these advancements, expect ongoing innovation that will redefine digital experiences for businesses of all sizes.

Are you curious about the new Drupal CMS? Watch the DrupalCon Singapore opening keynote.

Contact us today and discover how Vardot can transform your enterprise.