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\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tDownload\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\tHow to select a DXP\/CMS<\/p>\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\t\nAs a global digital agency, we have experience with all the leading DXPs and CMS, so we understand what matters\u2014and what doesn\u2019t.

This guide will walk you through how we typically select a DXP or CMS, including the basics of selecting a DXP vs. CMS, what the market has to say, and our proven consulting methods.\u00a0\u00a0
Included in this guide:\u00a0

– State of the market\u00a0
– DXP vs. CMS
– Major DXP & CMS platforms\u00a0
– How to create your DXP shortlist\u00a0
– What shouldn’t<\/em> be a factor\u00a0
– DXP implementation resources\u00a0<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t
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