How long does a typical headless WordPress migration take?

A standard headless WordPress migration typically takes 8-12 weeks from initial assessment to full deployment. This timeframe includes architecture planning (1-2 weeks), API configuration and frontend development (4-6 weeks), content migration (1-2 weeks), and testing/optimisation (2-3 weeks). Complex enterprise implementations with multiple integrations may extend to 16-20 weeks. The timeline varies based on site complexity, content volume, and the number of third-party integrations required.

Will our content team need technical training for headless WordPress?

Content teams generally require minimal training as the WordPress admin interface remains largely unchanged in a headless setup. The familiar WordPress dashboard, content editor, and media library function exactly as before. The main difference is that content preview may require a separate preview environment. We typically provide 2-4 hours of training focusing on new preview workflows, understanding content structure, and best practices for multi-channel content.

What happens to our existing WordPress plugins in a headless setup?

Backend plugins like SEO tools, security plugins, and content management extensions continue working normally in headless WordPress. However, frontend-dependent plugins (sliders, forms, page builders) require alternative solutions. We audit all existing plugins during discovery, identifying which remain functional and which need replacement. Critical functionality gets rebuilt as frontend components or replaced with modern alternatives.

How does headless WordPress handle SEO compared to traditional WordPress?

Headless WordPress can actually improve SEO performance when implemented correctly. Server-side rendering (SSR) or static site generation ensures search engines can crawl content effectively. Page load speeds typically improve by 50-70%, positively impacting rankings. Meta tags, structured data, and XML sitemaps are managed programmatically with greater control. We implement comprehensive SEO strategies including dynamic meta generation, automatic schema markup, and optimised Core Web Vitals.

What are the ongoing maintenance requirements for headless WordPress?

Headless WordPress typically requires less maintenance than traditional setups. WordPress core and plugin updates continue as normal but with reduced risk since the frontend is decoupled. Frontend applications require periodic dependency updates and security patches, usually quarterly. API monitoring becomes important to ensure consistent performance. We recommend monthly WordPress updates, quarterly frontend dependency updates, and continuous performance monitoring.

Can headless WordPress integrate with our existing Australian business systems?

Headless WordPress excels at integrating with Australian business systems through its API-first architecture. Common integrations include Xero for accounting, Australia Post for shipping calculations, BPAY for payments, and local CRM systems like Salesforce or HubSpot. The decoupled architecture allows these integrations at the frontend layer, improving security and performance. Government APIs for ABN lookup, address validation, and compliance reporting integrate seamlessly.

What hosting infrastructure works best for headless WordPress in Australia?

Optimal hosting for headless WordPress in Australia involves separating backend and frontend infrastructure. WordPress backend performs well on managed WordPress hosts like WP Engine or Kinsta with Australian data centres. Frontend applications deploy effectively on Vercel or Netlify with CDN presence in Sydney and Melbourne. For enterprise requirements, AWS Sydney region provides comprehensive services including CloudFront CDN, Lambda for serverless functions, and RDS for databases.

What is headless WordPress and how does it benefit Australian businesses?

Headless WordPress decouples the content backend from frontend presentation, allowing businesses to manage content centrally while delivering it to any channel via APIs. This provides superior performance, enhanced security, and unlimited flexibility.

Traditional WordPress architectures create bottlenecks in content delivery, limit frontend flexibility, and struggle with multi-channel distribution requirements of modern Australian businesses.

Implement a headless WordPress architecture that separates content management from presentation, enabling API-driven content delivery to any channel while maintaining familiar WordPress workflows.

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