WordPress is the world's most-used CMS - but is it the right choice for a B2B customer portal? Let's compare honestly.
Quick Comparison
| Criteria | WordPress | Power Pages |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Use | Content websites | Data-driven portals |
| Security | Plugin-dependent | Enterprise-grade |
| ERP/CRM Integration | Custom development | Native |
| Maintenance | High (updates, security) | Low (managed) |
Security: The Stark Difference
WordPress Challenges
- 7,966 vulnerabilities in 2024 (+34%)
- 500,000+ websites infected
- 1,614 plugins removed for security
- Requires constant patching
Power Pages Security
- ISO 27001 certified
- Automatic security updates
- Built-in WAF
- Role-based access control
When to Choose What?
Choose WordPress
- Content-heavy marketing websites
- Blogs with high publishing frequency
- Public websites without login
- Small budgets (less than EUR 20,000)
- Teams with WordPress expertise
Choose Power Pages
- B2B customer portals with login
- Database integration required
- Role-based access needed
- Case/ticket management
- ERP/CRM connectivity
- GDPR-critical applications
3-Year Total Cost of Ownership
WordPress Enterprise Portal
- Initial: EUR 35,000-70,000
- Annual: EUR 13,000-22,000
- 3-Year TCO: EUR 74,000-136,000
Power Pages
- Initial: EUR 48,000
- 3-Year Licenses: EUR 18,000
- 3-Year TCO: EUR 66,000
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