Quick answer
A content management system (CMS) is software that lets non-developers create and edit website content. WordPress, Sanity and Contentful are examples.
What it is
A CMS separates content from design. Editors write in a UI; developers build templates. A headless CMS exposes content via an API so any frontend can use it.
Why it matters
A good CMS lets your team ship content without a developer in the loop.
How to use it
- Pick a CMS that fits your team's skills and your roadmap.
- Design content models that match how your team thinks.
- Use editorial previews so editors see the published result before publishing.
- Set up a workflow with clear roles and permissions.
Examples
- Sanity for editorial-heavy teams.
- Payload for technical teams that want code-first CMS.
- WordPress for lighter marketing sites.