Website Development Switzerland: Tailor-Made CMS Solutions for SMEs, Enterprise & Public Institutions
Why Your Choice of CMS Determines the Success of Your Website
Every business is unique – and deserves a website that is precisely tailored to its goals, industry, and target audience. As a specialized Swiss web agency, we provide technology-neutral consulting and develop your web presence on the CMS that delivers optimal performance, security, and scalability for your requirements.
Whether you are an agile SME from Zurich, an export-oriented industrial company, a financial institution with the highest security demands, or a municipality with accessibility obligations: We deliver a solution that ranks at the top of Google and AI search engines, convinces your visitors, and grows long-term.
Holistic Website Development: Strategy, Design & Technology from a Single Source
Strategic CMS Consulting
We analyze your business goals, industry requirements, and technical constraints to identify the ideal CMS for your project – technology-neutral and data-driven.
UX/UI Design & Prototyping
Conversion-optimized web design with a focus on user experience, accessibility (WCAG 2.1), and brand identity. Interactive prototypes before the first line of development.
CMS Development & Implementation
Tailor-made development on WordPress, TYPO3, Craft CMS, Statamic, Contao, or Cloudrexx. Clean code, performance-optimized, Swiss DPA compliant, and hosted on Swiss servers.
SEO & GEO Optimization
Technical SEO, structured data (Schema.org/JSON-LD), Core Web Vitals optimization, and GEO strategy (Generative Engine Optimization), so your website becomes visible as a trusted source on Google and AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini.
Hosting, Maintenance & Support
Proactive maintenance packages with monthly security monitoring, automated backups, performance reports, and personal support – all on geo-redundant Swiss servers.
System Integrations
Seamless integration with ERP, CRM, PIM, and marketing automation systems. API development, headless CMS architectures, and custom interfaces for complex business processes.
Which CMS Fits Your Business?
In a free 30-minute consultation, we analyze your requirements and recommend the optimal solution.
5 Steps to Your Tailor-Made Website
Discovery & CMS Analysis
Workshop with your team: Business goals, target audiences, technical requirements, existing systems. Result: CMS recommendation with cost-benefit analysis.
Concept & Information Architecture
Site structure, keyword architecture, wireframes, and content strategy. Every page is optimized for a specific search intent.
Design & Prototyping
High-fidelity designs with interactive prototypes. Accessibility and responsive design are integrated from the start.
Development & Testing
Agile development with weekly demos. Automated tests, Lighthouse audits, and cross-browser checks before every deployment.
Launch & Growth
Technical go-live with SEO checklist, 301 redirects, and performance monitoring. Followed by: maintenance contract and continuous optimization.
Your Partner for Digital Excellence in Switzerland
Multi-CMS Expertise
We are not a single-system agency. Our developers are certified on six leading CMS platforms and recommend the best solution to you – technology-neutral.
Swiss Made & Swiss DPA Compliant
All projects are hosted on Swiss servers. Privacy by Design, GDPR/Swiss DPA compliance, and local data storage are our standard – not an extra charge.
SEO & GEO from Day 1
SEO is not an add-on but a core component of every development. We optimize for Google AND for AI search engines (GEO/LLMO), so you remain visible in the new era of search.
Industry Experience
From financial institutions to healthcare to public institutions: We know the industry-specific compliance requirements and technical specifics.
Long-Term Partnership
Proactive maintenance, monthly security monitoring, and a dedicated contact person. We are not just a service provider but a business-critical technology partner.
Ready for a Website That Outperforms Your Competition?
Let us take your digital presence to the next level together.
Six CMS Platforms. One Recommendation That Fits You.
Every CMS has its strengths. We rely on the system that delivers the best performance for your industry, team structure, and growth goals.
WordPress
"The CMS that grows with your business – from startup to market leadership."
WordPress is the world's most widely used CMS, offering unparalleled flexibility through thousands of plugins and themes. Professionally configured, it transforms from a blog system into an ROI-focused marketing machine with the modern Gutenberg editor or high-performance builders like Bricks.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- SME websites & corporate sites
- Landing pages & microsites
- Online shops (WooCommerce)
- Blogs & content marketing platforms
- Multilingual corporate websites
Technologie & Architektur
PHP/MySQL-based. Extensible via REST API, Custom Post Types, Block Editor (Gutenberg), and professional builders like Bricks or Elementor. Headless-capable via WP REST API or GraphQL.
SEO-Potenzial
Excellent. Native SEO features complemented by professional plugins (Yoast, Rank Math). Full control over meta tags, Schema.org markup, XML sitemaps, and Core Web Vitals optimization.
Sicherheit & nDSG
High with professional maintenance. Regular updates, firewall configuration, managed backup strategies, and Privacy-by-Design setup are standard at Sidora AG.
Ideal für
Companies looking for a cost-effective, scalable website with extensive functionality and easy content management by internal teams.
Unsere Leistungen
- Custom theme development (no template purchases)
- Plugin development & API integrations
- WooCommerce shops
- Performance optimization & Core Web Vitals
- Proactive maintenance & security packages
TYPO3
"Maximum security, boundless scalability – the enterprise CMS for Switzerland."
TYPO3 is the system of choice for organizations with the highest demands on scalability, security, and complex role-permission structures. As an open-source enterprise CMS, it offers native multilingualism, multisite management, and a structured LTS development process – ideal for the Swiss market with four national languages.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- Large enterprises & corporations
- Public administrations (municipalities, cantons, federal)
- Universities & educational institutions
- Healthcare & clinics
- Multisite portals with hundreds of subpages
Technologie & Architektur
PHP/MySQL-based with Fluid template engine. Native multisite and multilingual management. Extensible through extensions, middleware, and Composer-based deployments. REST API for headless scenarios.
SEO-Potenzial
Very good. Native SEO features like speaking URLs, meta management, and XML sitemaps. Extended through extensions for structured data, canonical tags, and hreflang setup for multilingual websites.
Sicherheit & nDSG
Excellent. TYPO3 offers a granular role-permission system, security bulletins, LTS versions with long-term support, and a structured update process. Ideal for compliance-critical industries.
Ideal für
Organizations that need a scalable, highly secure platform for complex web presences – with multiple languages, locations, and differentiated access rights.
Unsere Leistungen
- TYPO3 new installation & relaunch
- Extension development
- Multisite & multilingual setup
- Migration from legacy systems
- Enterprise maintenance contracts with SLA
Craft CMS
"Every pixel planned, every data model custom-built – for websites that set the standard."
Craft CMS is the platform for projects where design and content structure are inseparably linked. Instead of pre-built templates, Craft provides an empty skeleton that developers build exactly according to the client's data models. The result: lean, ultra-performant websites with one of the most intuitive editorial interfaces on the market.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- Premium corporate websites
- Brand portals with complex data relationships
- Portfolios & showrooms
- B2B platforms with custom content architecture
- Headless projects with API-first approach
Technologie & Architektur
PHP/MySQL with Twig template engine. Fully customizable field types and data structures (Matrix Fields, Entries, Categories). Native GraphQL API for headless architectures. Plugin-based ecosystem.
SEO-Potenzial
Outstanding. By eliminating unnecessary code, Craft-based websites achieve top scores on Google Core Web Vitals. Full control over SEO markup, canonical URLs, and structured data.
Sicherheit & nDSG
Very high. Minimal code footprint reduces the attack surface. Regular security updates and a dedicated development team ensure high reliability.
Ideal für
Companies seeking a unique, design-driven website where every element is individually crafted and every content structure is tailor-made.
Unsere Leistungen
- Individual Craft development from concept
- Plugin development & custom modules
- Headless architectures with GraphQL
- Migration from WordPress or other CMS
- Real-time preview & editorial workflows
Statamic
"No database. No bloat. Just speed – the fastest CMS for modern SEO."
Statamic breaks with traditional CMS architecture: Instead of an SQL database, it stores all content in structured Markdown and YAML files. The result is revolutionary loading times, the highest security (no SQL injection possible), and developer workflows that integrate perfectly into modern DevOps pipelines thanks to Git-based versioning.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- SaaS & technology companies
- Publishing platforms & blogs
- Headless CMS for multi-channel strategies
- Performance-critical landing pages
- Documentation platforms
Technologie & Architektur
Flat-file system based on Laravel (PHP). Content as Markdown/YAML files, versionable via Git. Antlers template engine. Optionally with database connectivity for large data volumes. Native REST API and GraphQL for headless scenarios.
SEO-Potenzial
Industry-leading. By eliminating database queries, minimal loading times are achieved – a decisive ranking factor for Google and AI search engines. Full control over page structure, metadata, and Schema.org markup.
Sicherheit & nDSG
Superior. No SQL database = no SQL injection attacks. Flat-file architecture reduces the attack surface to a minimum. Git-based versioning enables seamless change logs.
Ideal für
Technology-savvy companies that prioritize maximum speed, highest security, and modern developer workflows – especially for SEO-critical projects.
Unsere Leistungen
- Statamic development on Laravel
- Headless CMS architectures
- Git-based deployment pipelines
- Custom addons & integrations
- Migration from database-based CMS
Contao
"The Swiss Army knife among CMS: compact, versatile, and absolutely reliable."
Contao is a stable, Symfony-based CMS with a strong Swiss community. It offers a clean separation of content and design, native accessibility according to WCAG standards, and an intuitive editorial interface. For Swiss SMEs seeking a reliable, low-maintenance solution, Contao is the ideal choice.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- Mid-sized corporate websites
- Associations & organizations
- Accessible websites (WCAG 2.1)
- Websites with integrated business processes (booking systems, calculators)
- Multilingual Swiss websites
Technologie & Architektur
PHP/Symfony-based. Modular architecture with clear MVC structure. Article-based content management. Extensible through custom modules and bundles. Calendar, event management, and form management natively integrated.
SEO-Potenzial
Very good. Native SEO features like speaking URLs, meta tag management, and automatic XML sitemaps. Accessible HTML output also benefits SEO.
Sicherheit & nDSG
High. Regular security updates, community review process, and stable Symfony foundation. Swiss experts play a leading role in the Contao community.
Ideal für
Mid-sized companies that need a reliable, accessible, and long-term low-maintenance website – without the complexity of enterprise CMS.
Unsere Leistungen
- Contao new installation & relaunch
- Custom modules & business logic
- Accessibility audits & WCAG certification
- Migration from older Contao versions
- Maintenance & support
Cloudrexx
"Made in Switzerland. Hosted in Switzerland. Managed from Switzerland – the CMS with 100% Swissness."
Cloudrexx is the only CMS in comparison that is fully developed and operated in Switzerland (Thun). As a SaaS solution, Cloudrexx handles server maintenance, updates, and security patches centrally – you focus on your core business. Highly modular with integrated online shop functions, form editor, and digital catalog.
Typische Einsatzgebiete
- Public sector (municipalities, cantons, administrations)
- SMEs with highest data protection requirements
- Financial sector & fiduciaries
- Organizations where Swiss data residency is a must-have
- Efficient web projects with minimal IT effort
Technologie & Architektur
SaaS cloud platform. Modular core with integrated functions (shop via Payrexx, forms, catalogs). No plugin sprawl, as all core functions are centrally maintained. Agencies manage projects via the partner portal "my.cloudrexx".
SEO-Potenzial
Good. Integrated SEO features for meta tags, URLs, and sitemaps. For maximum SEO performance, we recommend supplementary measures by our SEO team.
Sicherheit & nDSG
Maintenance-free and centrally protected. All updates, patches, and backups are performed by the Cloudrexx team in Switzerland. Swiss data residency guaranteed. Swiss jurisdiction minimizes legal risks.
Ideal für
Organizations for which "Swiss Hosting" and "Made in Switzerland" are non-negotiable criteria – and who seek a maintenance-free, modular solution with personal support in national languages.
Unsere Leistungen
- Cloudrexx project setup & configuration
- Custom design templates
- Shop integration (Payrexx)
- Content migration & go-live
- Ongoing support via partner portal
CMS Comparison at a Glance
| Kriterium | WordPress | TYPO3 | Craft CMS | Statamic | Contao | Cloudrexx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target Audience | SME, Startups | Enterprise, Gov | Design-Focus, B2B | High-Perf, SaaS | Mid-Market | CH-SME, Gov |
| Architecture | PHP/MySQL | PHP/MySQL | PHP/MySQL | Flat-File/Laravel | PHP/Symfony | SaaS/Cloud |
| Security | High (Maint.) | Excellent | Very High | Superior | High | Maintenance-Free |
| SEO | Excellent | Very Good | Outstanding | Industry-Leading | Very Good | Good |
| Performance | Good–Very Good | Good | Very Good | Top-Tier | Good | Good |
| Accessibility | Via Plugins | Good (native) | Custom | Custom | Excellent (native) | Good |
| Swiss USP | Market Dominance | Enterprise Std. | Design Freedom | Performance King | CH Community | Made in CH |
Still Unsure Which CMS Fits You?
Our experts advise you personally and find the perfect solution for your project.
Websites for Every Industry — Because We Understand Your Business First
We do not specialise in individual industries — we specialise in understanding every industry. Before we write a single line of code, we dive deep into your business model, your target audience and your market. This understanding flows into strategy, design and technology. The result: websites that not only look great but actually drive your business forward. As a Swiss web agency, we have delivered tailored solutions for virtually every industry over more than 20 years.
Financial Sector & Trust
Web presences for banks, asset managers and trust offices. Highest security standards, compliance conformity and discreet client communication.
Healthcare & Pharma
DPA-compliant websites for clinics, medical practices and pharmaceutical companies. Accessibility, patient portals and sensitive data management.
E-Commerce & Retail
Online shops and omnichannel solutions for Swiss retail. Product catalogues, payment integrations and seamless customer experiences.
Industry & Manufacturing
Multilingual B2B platforms for export-oriented Swiss industrial companies. PIM/ERP integrations and digital product catalogues.
Education & Research
Web portals for universities, educational institutions and research facilities. Course platforms, intranets and accessible information architecture.
Hospitality & Tourism
Websites for restaurants, hotels and tourism businesses. Reservation systems, menus and multilingual guest communication.
Professional Services
Professional web presences for law firms, consultancies and agencies. Expertise presentation, team profiles and client portals.
Public Sector
Accessible, multilingual websites for municipalities, cantons and associations. Citizen portals and complex administrative solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Website Development
Costs vary depending on the CMS, feature scope, and design requirements. An SME project on WordPress starts at approximately CHF 5,000, while enterprise solutions on TYPO3 or Craft CMS can range from CHF 15,000 to CHF 80,000+. We provide you with a transparent quote after a free initial consultation.
It depends on your requirements: WordPress is ideal for SMEs with high flexibility. TYPO3 is the first choice for enterprise organizations with complex structures. Statamic delivers maximum performance for SEO-critical projects. Craft CMS excels at design-driven premium websites. Contao serves the mid-market with stability and accessibility. Cloudrexx offers 100% Swiss Made for the highest data security. In our free CMS consultation, we find the optimal solution together.
Since September 2023, all Swiss websites must comply with the revised Data Protection Act (Swiss DPA). This includes Privacy by Design, transparent data processing, cookie management, and – ideally – Swiss hosting. We audit your website and implement all requirements technically and legally.
Google has made Core Web Vitals a central ranking factor. Loading times under 1.5 seconds are the benchmark for top placements. Our websites achieve these values through optimized image formats (WebP/AVIF), server-side caching, lazy loading, and – with Statamic – the elimination of database queries.
GEO is the optimization of your website for AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Google Gemini. In addition to traditional SEO, we implement FAQ sections, structured data (Schema.org/JSON-LD), and E-E-A-T signals so that AI models identify your website as a trusted source.
Yes. We offer monthly maintenance packages with security monitoring, automated backups, performance reports, and personal support. This keeps your website permanently secure, fast, and up-to-date.
Absolutely. We migrate websites from any system – including content transfer, URL redirects (301), SEO preservation, and design refresh. No rankings are lost.
Yes. All our projects are hosted on geo-redundant Swiss servers. Data residency Switzerland, jurisdiction Switzerland, personal support in national languages.
Start Your New Website Now
Contact us for a free initial consultation – we will find the CMS that fits your company.