Who manages the platform?
Wix provides a hosted website-building environment. Self-hosted WordPress separates the software from the hosting arrangement. That changes who manages updates, backups and the server environment.
How should editing be compared?
Editing should be compared using the content tasks the business performs. Test changing a service, uploading an image and publishing an article. A flexible interface is only useful when the editor understands it and the design remains consistent.
What determines the total cost?
Total cost includes the plan or hosting, extensions, implementation and support. Check current platform terms and renewal charges. Neither a low subscription nor free software describes the complete ownership cost.
What should you record before making a decision?
Record the requirements and evidence relevant to this question before accepting a proposal. Distinguish the work needed at launch from ongoing responsibilities. A clear written scope gives both the business and the supplier an agreed basis for review.
- Required features and integrations
- Routine editing tasks
- Hosting and maintenance responsibility
- Export and migration needs
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