Exponentcms

Exponent CMS 3.0.2 on Ubuntu 24.04 with Free Maintenance Support by bcloud

Core Technical Benefits - Exponent CMS on AWS Marketplace (by bcloud)

Application Architecture

Exponent CMS is a self-contained, PHP-based content management system designed for direct, in-context page editing. The solution is delivered as a preconfigured Amazon EC2 AMI running Ubuntu 24.04, with all required services installed and pre-integrated, enabling deterministic, repeatable deployments on AWS.

Why Exponent CMS on AWS Marketplace?

Exponent CMS is purpose-built for teams that require full infrastructure control, low operational overhead, and rapid content iteration without adopting heavyweight CMS frameworks. Unlike traditional platforms that separate admin consoles from live content, Exponent enables editing directly on rendered pages, significantly reducing workflow latency.

• Deterministic infrastructure provisioning on AWS
• Native compatibility with AWS networking and security controls
• Full ownership of application data and runtime
• No SaaS dependency or vendor lock-in

This architecture is well suited for engineering-led teams that prefer self-managed, transparent, and extensible platforms.

How Exponent CMS Works on AWS?

• Launch an EC2 instance using the bcloud-provided Ubuntu 24.04 AMI
• Exponent CMS, PHP runtime, web server, and database services are pre-installed and pre-wired
• Users access the site via a browser and edit content directly on live pages
• Content modules render dynamically and can be reused or mirrored across pages
• Administrators manage users, roles, and workflows through the built-in interface

Ideal Use Cases

• Developer-managed CMS deployments
• Content-heavy applications requiring fast iteration
• Organizations needing complete infrastructure and data control
• Cost-sensitive workloads avoiding SaaS CMS licensing
• AWS-native environments requiring portability and extensibility

Content Management Engine

• In-context editing eliminates traditional admin dashboards
• Live page rendering with immediate content updates
• Modular content blocks support reuse, mirroring, or isolation

Developer Extensibility

• Modular framework with pluggable components
• Custom modules and extensions without modifying core code
• Simple integration with external scripts and third-party services
• Flexible theme system supporting multiple themes, sub-themes, and custom CSS frameworks

User Management & Workflow

• Built-in role-based access control (RBAC)
• Multi-admin support with optional content approval workflows
• Fine-grained permissions for editors, designers, and administrators
• Scales from small teams to enterprise multi-user environments

AWS Integration & Operations

• Compatible with Amazon RDS for managed databases
• Supports Amazon S3 for asset storage
• Integrates with Amazon CloudFront for global content delivery
• Lightweight runtime footprint for cost-efficient EC2 usage
• Standard Linux logging and monitoring compatibility
• Full root access for advanced customization and automation

Security & Maintainability

• Runs on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with standard OS security practices
• No proprietary dependencies
• Open-source codebase enables auditability and customization
• Patch and upgrade paths aligned with upstream OS and package updates

Licensing & Cost Model

• Fully open-source under the GNU GPL
• No per-user, per-site, or per-page licensing restrictions
• AWS costs limited to infrastructure usage and optional support services
• Designed for organizations avoiding vendor lock-in

Why Choose bcloud?

bcloud delivers more than a repackaged open-source CMS by providing operational readiness and AWS-native alignment suitable for production workloads.

bcloud Value Add

• AWS-optimized, preconfigured Ubuntu 24.04 AMI
• Predictable and repeatable deployments
• Optional maintenance and support services
• Operating system and CMS updates
• Security patching and configuration guidance
• Issue diagnosis and resolution
• No restrictions on customization or code ownership
• Expertise in AWS infrastructure, Linux systems, and open-source platforms