The need to constantly update the content of websites linked to users looking to manage their sites themselves, has led to a spread in the use of content management systems.

A Content Management System (CMS content management system) is software that allows creation and content management by users. The system can independently control design, structure and content.

Increasingly, users want to manage their own websites without relying on third parties, which together with the relative simplicity of use and implementation of the CMS has caused a boom in its use.

There are many CMS systems, both commercial and open source, among which we highlight some as Drupal, Joomla and Zikula.

There are many factors that lead to choose between different commercial CMS, open source or developed to measure.

To correctly choose a CMS must take into account various factors, including:

• Build on what we need, not necessarily the greatest.
• Requirements unavoidable, as the need for the website is accessible or technological support we have.
• Profile of users. Not only must we take into account what can be done, but the ease with which they may be.
• If you choose an open source CMS, to assess their support from the community.
• Letting advice. Many companies offer support in implementing CMS and develop their own, that experience is invaluable when determining the best solution for some given requirements.