The clock is ticking for organisations still running Kentico 13 (KX13). With official support reaching its end-of-life on December 31, 2026, businesses face a critical decision: remain on an increasingly vulnerable platform or migrate to a modern, actively maintained content management system. For Perth organisations invested in their digital infrastructure, this becomes a question of security, functionality, and competitive positioning.

OKMG understands the complexity of CMS migrations. Having guided numerous clients through platform transitions, we know that moving away from Kentico 13 requires technical proficiency, strategic thinking, meticulous planning, and deep expertise in alternative platforms. Whether WordPress or Drupal better suits your needs, our team delivers migrations that preserve your content integrity while opening new possibilities for growth.

The Security Implications of Staying on Expired Kentico 13

When a CMS reaches end-of-life, the consequences extend far beyond missing out on new features. Kentico 13’s expiration creates a cascade of security vulnerabilities that grow more severe with each passing month.

Once support ends, security patches stop arriving. This means newly discovered vulnerabilities remain unaddressed, leaving your website exposed to exploitation. Cybercriminals actively target outdated systems precisely because they know no fixes are coming. Your website becomes an easy entry point for malicious actors seeking to compromise sensitive data, inject malware, or commandeer your server resources.

The Australian Cyber Security Centre regularly emphasises that running unsupported software ranks among the most preventable security failures organisations make. For Perth businesses handling customer data, payment information, or confidential communications, continuing on Kentico 13 potentially violates privacy obligations under Australian law.

Compliance requirements compound these concerns. Many industries mandate that digital systems maintain current security standards. Healthcare providers, financial services, and government contractors often face strict requirements about software currency. An expired CMS can trigger compliance failures, audit concerns, and even contractual breaches with partners who expect robust security measures.

Beyond external threats, compatibility issues emerge rapidly. Modern browsers, hosting environments, and third-party integrations evolve continuously. An unsupported CMS can't keep pace. You'll encounter increasing friction as newer systems refuse to communicate properly with your outdated platform. Forms may even break. Payment processors might stop working. User experiences degrade as modern web standards leave your site behind.

The cost of inaction also escalates dramatically. What begins as deferred maintenance transforms into crisis management when a security breach occurs or critical functionality fails. Emergency migrations performed under pressure invariably cost more than planned transitions, and they rarely deliver optimal results.

OKMG's Expertise in WordPress and Drupal Development

OKMG has built a strong reputation across Perth for delivering sophisticated digital solutions on both WordPress and Drupal platforms. Our portfolio demonstrates versatility across diverse sectors, proving we can handle complex migrations regardless of your industry or technical requirements.

Our work with Globe Metals & Mining, for example, shows our capability to manage intricate technical requirements. We developed comprehensive digital solutions that required deep understanding of enterprise-level architecture, which is exactly the kind of thinking necessary for complex CMS migrations where data integrity and system relationships must be preserved.

For the City of Cockburn, we've delivered multiple video production projects that demonstrate our understanding of government sector needs, including accessibility requirements and public sector compliance standards. This experience translates directly into migrations for councils and agencies still running Kentico 13.

Our retail sector experience includes extensive work with Hair Online, where we've created content strategies that help drive engagement and conversions. This proves our ability to maintain and enhance marketing effectiveness during platform transitions: your SEO rankings and customer touchpoints remain protected throughout the migration process.

Here at OKMG, we move content from point A to point B after we analyse your current digital ecosystem, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver a platform that serves your business better than what you’re leaving behind. Our Perth base means we understand the local market, can meet face-to-face when needed, and remain accessible throughout your transition.

WordPress vs Drupal: Choosing Your Migration Destination

Selecting between WordPress and Drupal is one of the most consequential decisions in your migration journey. Both platforms offer mature, actively maintained environments, but they serve different organisational profiles.

WordPress dominates the CMS market for good reason. Its intuitive interface allows non-technical team members to manage content confidently. The platform offers an enormous ecosystem of themes and plugins, enabling rapid feature deployment. For organisations prioritising ease of use, quick time-to-market, and lower ongoing maintenance requirements, WordPress delivers exceptional value. Small to medium businesses, marketing teams wanting publishing autonomy, and organisations with straightforward content needs typically find WordPress perfectly suited to their requirements.

Drupal, on the other hand, appeals to organisations with complex content requirements, strict security demands, or highly customised functionality needs. Government agencies, large enterprises, and organisations managing multiple sites often prefer Drupal's architectural flexibility. The platform handles intricate permissions structures elegantly, supports sophisticated workflows, and scales impressively. While it demands more technical expertise to administer, this complexity translates into power for organisations that need it. (We recently wrote about the BOM’s $96.5M website which was built on Drupal.)

Cost considerations differ between platforms. WordPress typically offers lower implementation and maintenance costs, though premium plugins and themes can add up. Drupal requires more developer involvement but may reduce long-term costs for complex sites where WordPress would need extensive custom development.

Performance characteristics vary, too. Out of the box, WordPress excels at straightforward content delivery. Drupal handles complex queries and large datasets more efficiently, making it preferable for data-heavy applications or sites with intricate relationship structures.

The right choice depends entirely on your specific context: team capabilities, content complexity, budget parameters, and growth trajectory. OKMG assesses these factors thoroughly, recommending the platform that truly serves your needs rather than pushing a one-size-fits-all solution.

Migrate Before Kentico 13 Expiration Puts Your Business at Risk

Every day you remain on Kentico 13 after support expires increases your exposure. Security vulnerabilities accumulate. Compatibility issues multiply. The gap between your current platform and modern web standards widens.

OKMG’s Perth-based team stands ready to guide your migration. We've successfully transitioned numerous clients from legacy systems to modern platforms, protecting their digital investments and unlocking new capabilities. Our process begins with comprehensive discovery. This means understanding your current setup, cataloguing your content and features, and mapping out a migration strategy that minimises disruption.

Don't wait for a security incident or critical failure to force your hand. Contact OKMG today for a no-obligation consultation about your Kentico 13 migration. We'll assess your specific situation, recommend the optimal destination platform, and outline a clear path forward. Your website is too important to leave vulnerable on an expired system. Let's get you moved to a secure, modern platform that serves your business well into the future.