AEM Simplified

In AEM Cloud Service (AEMaaS), upgrades are handled differently compared to on-premises AEM. Here's a breakdown of how AEM Cloud instances are upgraded: Automatic Updates: AEMaaS employs a continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline for updates. There are two main update types: Maintenance Updates: Released frequently (daily or more) and focus on bug fixes, security patches, and performance enhancements. They have minimal impact and are applied automatically to production and staging environments. Feature Releases: Delivered on a predictable schedule (e.g., monthly) and introduce new functionalities. These updates also undergo a rigorous validation process to ensure minimal disruption. While automatic in staging environments, you might have the option to schedule or approve feature release updates for production environments. Benefits of Automatic Updates: Reduced Downtime: Automatic updates minimize downtime associated with manual upgrades. Impro...

  Here's a breakdown of how AEM distinguishes itself from other Content Management Systems (CMS): Focus and Target Audience: AEM: Primarily geared towards enterprise-level content management and digital experience management (DXM) . Designed for complex websites and applications with requirements for rich functionalities, personalization, and scalability. Other CMS: Can cater to a broader range of needs, from simple websites to more intricate projects. Some might target specific niches like e-commerce or blogging. Architecture and Flexibility: AEM: Employs a layered architecture with OSGi (dynamic component framework) at its core. This allows for modular development , easier customization , and integration of various components. Other CMS: May have more monolithic architectures, making customization and extensibility less straightforward. Features and Functionality: AEM: Offers a comprehensive set of features beyond basic content management, including: Digital Asset M...