Drupal isn’t just a CMS to us. It’s a long-running, community-driven project that shows what open source can look like when it’s treated as shared infrastructure. For more than 20 years, Drupal has been actively built and maintained by one of the most established and still highly active open-source communities in the world. That continuity matters. It’s what gives Drupal its stability, security, and ability to keep adapting as needs change. What the Drupal community makes possible: 📌 Long-term stewardship instead of short-term fixes 📌 A contrib-first culture that favors shared solutions over one-off custom code 📌 A modular architecture that supports everything from single sites to complex, multi-site platforms 📌 An API-first foundation that integrates cleanly with modern tools and services 📌 Ongoing evolution, including recent work on Canvas, Canvas AI, and the roadmap toward Drupal CMS 2.0 At CivicActions, we work in environments where platforms need to last, not just launch. The Drupal community’s focus on sustainability, transparency, and collaboration closely mirrors how we approach our work, especially in public sector and mission-driven spaces. That’s why we contribute back by maintaining and improving modules and participating in the broader ecosystem. Drupal’s continued relevance isn’t accidental. It’s the result of people consistently investing in something meant to grow over time. #Drupal #OpenSource #FOSS #DigitalPublicGoods #GovTech #CivicTech #SustainableTech
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Next up in our featured DrupalCon Chicago Spotlight Lineup—meet Fabian Franz! As the Vice President of Software Engineering at Tag1 Consulting, Inc., Fabian is a legendary figure in the Drupal community with over 16 years of core contributions. A Drupal 7 Core Framework Manager and the co-creator of BigPipe, he has been instrumental in architecting the high-performance caching and dependency injection systems that power modern Drupal. His expertise in enterprise-scale digital platforms makes him one of the most sought-after technical minds in open source. Session: Workspaces is revolutionizing Drupal Core: Unlock True Enterprise Content Management in Drupal 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 🕘 Time: 09:00 to 09:50 CST In this session, Fabian will dive into how the Workspaces module is transforming content staging. You’ll learn how to move beyond traditional staging sites to a world where multiple versions of an entire site can be prepared, previewed, and deployed simultaneously—all within Drupal Core. 🔗 View Session Details: https://lnkd.in/gFSGV4z7 📅 Mark your calendar! #DrupalConChicago #DrupalCon #Tag1Consulting #DrupalCore #WebPerformance #TheDropTimes
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𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐥? Working with Drupal over the years has made one thing very evident to us. Drupal is used by many big businesses, but not because it's fashionable. but because it is dependable on a large scale. 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲, 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: => Security => Capacity to manage substantial volumes of content => The ability to create unique features => System integration =>Stability over time 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬. For this reason, government websites, academic institutions, big businesses, and international organizations frequently use it. Flexibility is yet another significant benefit. You are not constrained by a strict framework when using Drupal. Without battling the platform, developers can create intricate workflows, unique content structures, and integrations. From our experience, once a company starts scaling its digital platform, Drupal becomes a very practical choice. We did like to know what you think makes Drupal a powerful tool for business applications. #Drupal #DrupalDevelopment #EnterpriseWeb #WebDevelopment #DigitalTransformation
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“Why are large organizations still using Drupal?” I get this question often. Many people assume newer platforms have replaced it. But when you look closely at enterprise websites, government portals, and universities, Drupal is still everywhere. There’s a reason for that. Large organizations don’t just need a website. They need a platform that can handle complexity. Thousands of pages. Multiple user roles and permissions. Content workflows across large teams. Integrations with external systems. High security standards. This is where Drupal stands out. It was built from the start for scalability, security, and structured content. That’s why governments, universities, and global organizations continue to rely on it. Drupal may not always be the easiest platform to start with. But when complexity grows, the right architecture matters more than convenience. And that’s where Drupal continues to prove its strength. #Drupal #WebDevelopment #OpenSource #EnterpriseTechnology #DigitalPlatforms
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Why Drupal is still one of the strongest CMS choices for enterprise projects Many developers think Drupal is “too complex.” In reality — that complexity is its strength. In my experience working on large-scale Drupal 9 & 10 platforms, I’ve seen how powerful Drupal becomes when: • You need structured content • Role-based workflows • Multisite architecture • Strong API capabilities • Enterprise-level security Drupal is not just a CMS — it’s a framework for building scalable digital platforms. The learning curve is real. But so is the long-term payoff. What’s your take on Drupal in 2026? #Drupal #WebDevelopment #BackendDevelopment #TechLeadership #OpenSource
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Why Drupal Still Powers Some of the Most Secure and Complex Websites in the World. In today’s digital environment, organizations need more than just a website. They need a secure, scalable, and highly flexible platform capable of supporting complex digital ecosystems. This is where Drupal stands out. After spending time working deeply with Drupal, I’ve come to appreciate why governments, universities, and large enterprises trust it for mission-critical platforms. #Drupal #WebDevelopment #OpenSource #DigitalTransformation #EnterpriseIT #TechLeadership #CMS
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Drupal Day Groningen is scheduled for 12 March 2026 🇳🇱 The DICTU event will bring together developers, students, and open-source practitioners to explore: • Drupal development basics • Open source and digital autonomy • AI use cases in government Drupal platforms Includes a “Drupal in a Day” workshop and evening technical talks. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZUAmZNX #Drupal #OpenSource #GovTech #WebDev
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Great Drupal stories start with real projects. Across industries, organizations are using Drupal to build platforms that go far beyond websites — connecting systems, scaling digital experiences, and supporting complex ecosystems. At DrupalCon Europe 2026 in Rotterdam, the Success Stories & Innovation track is all about these real-world stories. 🎤 Have a project, platform, or experience others could learn from? 💡 Submit your session proposal and share it with the Drupal community. 🔗 Link in comments #DrupalConRotterdam #DrupalConEurope #Drupal #OpenSource
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From my experience working with Drupal, the strength of the ecosystem really comes from the community and shared solutions.