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Sahl Wednesday,23 Apr 2025

In the world of e-commerce, many people focus on store design or product appearance, forgetting a very important part: the Content Management System (CMS). This system is what controls every detail of your store, from adding products, updating prices, tracking orders, and even managing marketing content such as articles and offers.
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the growth of the e-commerce market, choosing the right content management system has become essential, determining the success or failure of your project. Therefore, in this blog, we will explain to you in a simple way how to choose the CMS that best suits your store based on your needs, the differences between the popular systems, and how to avoid getting lost among the options.
1. Know Your Needs First
Before choosing a system, ask yourself:
Is my store simple or large?
Do I only sell products or do I have additional content such as blogs or articles?
Do I want to control the technical details myself, or do I want everything to be ready and easy?
Each of these answers will lead you to choose a specific system.
2. Learn about the most popular content management systems
Shopify
A simple, ready-made system that doesn't require extensive technical knowledge. Suitable for small and medium-sized businesses. It provides all the tools you need to quickly launch your store, but is limited in customization.
WooCommerce
An open-source system used with WordPress. It's very flexible and gives you a lot of freedom, but it requires some technical expertise or a support team. It's suitable for store owners who want complete control and a unique experience.
Magento (or Adobe Commerce)
This system is designed for very large stores and requires a budget and technical support. It's excellent for brands with hundreds of products and complex processes.
OpenCart or PrestaShop
Excellent open-source systems for those with technical expertise or working with a programming company. They offer flexibility and are cheaper than ready-made systems.
3. Ease of Use and Update
If you own a small or medium-sized business, you should choose a system that's easy and fast, allowing you to add products, adjust prices, and upload images without any complications. Some systems offer a simple control panel, while others are complex and require training. 4. Arabic Language Support and Customers in Saudi Arabia
One of the points that is often overlooked is the system's compatibility with the Arabic language and the right-to-left (RTL) writing direction, as well as the availability of technical support that understands the needs of the Saudi market.
Shopify, for example, supports Arabic, but not fully in some templates, while WooCommerce offers extensive support and a large Arabic community to help you.
5. Cost and Budget
There is no such thing as a "completely free system." Free systems require hosting and development costs, while paid systems charge monthly fees. Consider:
• System fees (if applicable)
• Hosting costs
• Modifications and development
• Plugins or themes
Choose a system that fits your budget, but don't sacrifice quality just to save money.
6. Security and Updates
Store security is very important, especially in Saudi Arabia, which has systems that protect consumers. Choose a system that provides continuous updates, protects against hacking, and is compatible with secure electronic payment protocols.
7. Scalability and Growth
You might start selling 20 products today, but after a year, you could reach 500 products. You must choose a flexible system that can grow with you and not limit you over time.
8. Integration with other services
Does the system allow you to connect it to local payment gateways like STC Pay or Mada? Can you connect it to shipping companies like SMSA or Zajil?
The more integrations the system supports, the more comfortable you'll be in the future in running your store professionally.
Choosing the right content management system (CMS) for your online store is not a simple decision; it's a crucial one. Don't rush into choosing a system just because you've heard someone praise it. Take your time, understand your needs, and weigh the pros and cons. If you need help evaluating your options or professionally programming your store, don't hesitate to contact the Sahl team, which specializes in building online stores compatible with the Saudi market.