The Future of Drupal: AI-Driven Open DXP vs. Composable Stacks

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Dominique De Cooman in his latest blog post examines the debate surrounding Drupal’s future, sparked by critiques from Pantheon’s Josh Koenig, who questioned Acquia’s role and the relevance of Open DXP. Dominique argues that AI-driven Open DXP is crucial for Drupal’s evolution, making it more accessible and competitive. He likens resistance to these innovations to artisans resisting industrialization and warns that Drupal risks stagnation if it remains a manual, developer-heavy tool. While Pantheon positions itself against DXP, Dominique sees this as a strategic misstep, possibly tied to investor optics. He emphasizes that Drupal’s strength lies in its flexibility—supporting both composable stacks and Open DXP. He calls for unity in the Drupal community, urging Pantheon to shift from criticism to contribution, particularly in AI and automation, to ensure Drupal remains a leading platform in the digital experience space.

Source Reference

Title

From Craftsmanship to Innovation: Why Drupal’s Future Lies in AI driven Open DXP

Byline

Dominique De Cooman

Date of Publication

15 March 2025

Drupal

CMS

Web Development

Acquia

Pantheon

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