At Human Made, we’re lucky enough to work with some of the world’s biggest organisations, helping them solve complex digital challenges. One tool that continues to delight our clients is WordPress Multisite: a feature that, when used well, can completely transform the way you manage multiple websites. Whether you’re overseeing dozens of regional sites, campaign microsites, or internal portals, Multisite can help you work smarter, faster, and more securely.
What is WordPress Multisite?
Put simply, WordPress Multisite allows you to manage multiple websites from one single WordPress installation. Each site in the network has its own content, users, and style, but all are connected through a central hub. It’s like having a digital headquarters for all your sites.
Imagine launching a new regional site or microsite with just a few clicks. Imagine rolling out updates across all your websites at once. That’s the power of Multisite.
The pain points enterprises know too well
Managing multiple websites can be a bit of a headache, right? We hear this all the time:
- Too many platforms: Different teams on different systems makes everything harder.
- Inconsistent branding: Your brand starts to look fragmented, and that undermines trust.
- Security risks: Patching each individual site is time-consuming and error-prone.
- Sky-high costs: Hosting, maintenance, and backups quickly spiral out of control.
WordPress Multisite solves these problems with elegance and simplicity.
Why enterprises love WordPress Multisite (and why you will too!)
1. One dashboard to rule them all
Stop juggling logins and dashboards. Multisite gives you one place to manage all your sites, users, and updates.
2. Consistency without compromise, customisation when you want it
With shared themes and design components, your brand stays consistent. But local teams still have the freedom to tailor content for their audience. Multisite also supports having completely different brands on the same network, with the freedom to customise visual identities as needed.
3. Faster, safer updates
Apply security patches and plugin updates once and roll them out everywhere. Sleep better at night knowing your sites are secure.
4. Save time, save money
Centralised hosting and backups cut costs. Adding a new site takes minutes, not weeks.
5. Grow without limits
Whether you need 5 sites or 500, Multisite scales with you.
Why your IT team will thank you
- Simplified maintenance: One codebase to manage, not dozens.
- Granular permissions: Give site admins control without risking the whole network.
- Flexible domain setup: Subdomains, subdirectories, or unique domains – take your pick.
- Custom solutions at scale: Build once, deploy everywhere.
You can find the developer documentation for WordPress Multisite right here.
Is WordPress Multisite right for you?
It’s a brilliant solution for:
- Multi-brand organisations
- Global companies with regional sites
- Franchise businesses
- Universities with department websites
- Publishers managing microsites and special projects
Learn how WordPress Multisite worked for global bank Standard Chartered.
A quick reality check
Multisite is powerful, but it’s not for every scenario. If you need vastly different tech stacks, or if you’re not ready for the complexity of managing infrastructure at scale, it may not be the right fit – yet! That’s where working with an experienced partner like us here at Human Made makes all the difference.
How we help enterprises make the most of WordPress Multisite
We’ve helped global brands:
- Migrate sprawling networks into a single, easy-to-manage platform
- Develop custom components that empower local teams while protecting the brand
- Optimise performance for a global audience
- Build governance and security into every layer
Ready to simplify your web presence?
If you’re tired of wrestling with multiple platforms and want a smarter, more scalable solution, it’s time to explore WordPress Multisite.