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NON-FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

CMS+ Non Functional Requirements

Performance:

  • Fast page load times: Offload media to S3 to reduce server load and improve speed.
  • Efficient database queries: Avoid custom database queries; use standard WordPress functions.
  • Caching mechanisms:
    • Implement caching plugins and utilize S3 for static content.
    • enable CDN ( Only premium )
    • enable Redis based full object storage caching ( Only Premium )

Scalability:

  • Support for increasing user load: Resize the machine if the load increases permanently; use Infrastructure as Code (IAC) for scaling.
  • Flexible infrastructure: CMS+ utlizes full e2e Infrastructure As Code – for example:
    • the database could be provisioned as a cloud instance in the cloud if requested
    • load balancers could be set with sticky sessions ( Only Premium )
    • the number of application layer servers could be increased ( Only Premium )

Security:

  • SSL/TLS encryption: Implement SSL certificates to secure data in transit.
  • Regular security updates: Apply updates regularly from the WordPress dashboard.
  • Protection against common vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS): Use the latest plugins and CAPTCHA to prevent attacks.
  • Strong user authentication: Follow WordPress best practices for user authentication.

Usability:

  • Intuitive user interface: Use two-level menus for better navigation.
  • Mobile responsiveness: Design with a mobile-first approach to ensure compatibility on all devices.
  • Accessibility standards compliance (e.g., WCAG): Not in scope.

Reliability:

  • Regular backups: Perform daily backups to ensure data recovery.
  • High availability setup: Not required.
  • Disaster recovery plan: Have a plan to rebuild infrastructure quickly in case of failure.

Maintainability:

  • Clean and modular codebase: Maintain the codebase in GitHub for easy management and updates.
  • Comprehensive documentation: Provide documentation in the utilities project.
  • Version control: Use GitHub for version control to track changes and manage the codebase.

Compliance:

  • GDPR compliance: Use a WordPress plugin to ensure compliance with GDPR regulations.
  • Adherence to local regulations: Store all data in Finland to comply with local regulations.

Compatibility:

  • Cross-browser compatibility: Ensure the site works across all major browsers.
  • Third-party plugin integration: Support integration with third-party plugins for additional functionality.

SEO:

  • Search engine optimization friendly: Optimize the site for search engines to improve visibility.
  • Structured data support: Implement structured data to enhance search engine results.

Localization:

  • Multi-language support: Provide support for multiple languages to cater to a global audience.
  • Regional settings configuration: Configure settings to accommodate regional preferences and formats.

Analytics:

  • Integration with analytics tools: Use tools like Google Analytics to monitor site performance.
  • Tracking user behavior: Track user behavior to gain insights into site usage and improve user experience.

Monitoring:

  • Real-time monitoring and alerts: Use Google Analytics for real-time monitoring and alerts.
  • Performance metrics tracking: Track performance metrics using Google Analytics to ensure the site is running optimally.

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