What a VPS is and why “managed” matters A virtual private server (VPS) gives you a dedicated slice of a physical server, with your own allocated resources and far more control than typical shared hosting. Where things diverge is how much of the day-to-day responsibility sits with you. With an unmanaged VPS, you get the… Continue reading The difference between managed and unmanaged VPS

User experience (UX) is not just design. It is how quickly a page responds, how smoothly it moves from one step to the next, and how confident a visitor feels while browsing, reading, searching, or checking out. Hosting sits underneath all of that. If the server is slow, overloaded, or poorly configured, even the most… Continue reading The connection between good UX and fast hosting

Assuming an upgrade is a like-for-like change One of the most common pitfalls is treating a Drupal upgrade as a simple version bump. Major upgrades often include significant changes to architecture, theming, and module ecosystems. Drupal 7 to Drupal 9/10, for example, is a rebuild rather than an in-place upgrade, and even Drupal 9 to… Continue reading Common mistakes to avoid when upgrading Drupal sites

Start with outcomes, not technology A scalable digital infrastructure begins with clarity on what “scale” means for your business. Is it the ability to handle seasonal traffic spikes, onboard new teams quickly, launch new products without replatforming, or expand into new regions? Define measurable outcomes such as target uptime, acceptable page load times, recovery objectives,… Continue reading How to create a scalable digital infrastructure for your business

Start with your goals, not just a name A domain name is more than a web address. It shapes first impressions, supports search visibility, protects your brand, and makes it easier for customers to find and trust you. A good domain strategy begins by deciding what the domain needs to achieve: represent a business name,… Continue reading A beginner’s guide to domain name strategy

Start with a clear baseline and a repeatable build Good VPS management begins before you log in. Document the purpose of each server (web hosting, application, database, development, staging), the expected traffic, and any compliance needs. Build from a repeatable template so every VPS is consistent: the same OS version, hardened SSH settings, standard user… Continue reading Essential tips for managing virtual private servers

Plan your multilingual strategy before you build Successful multilingual websites start with clear decisions about which languages you will support, which regions you are targeting, and what “done” looks like for each locale. Decide whether every page will be translated or only key journeys (such as product, pricing, support and checkout). Assign ownership for translation,… Continue reading Best practices for managing multilingual websites

Virtual private servers have changed significantly in recent years, moving far beyond “a slice of a physical server” into a highly flexible, software-defined platform that can be tuned for performance, security and cost. For businesses running websites, web apps, APIs, databases or development environments, modern VPS technology offers many of the benefits of dedicated infrastructure… Continue reading Innovations in Virtual Private Servers (VPS) technology

Bespoke IT consulting gives small businesses a practical advantage: technology decisions that fit how you actually work, not how a generic template says you should. Instead of adopting tools because they are popular or bundled, you get guidance shaped around your goals, your team’s capabilities, your budget, and your risk profile. The result is less… Continue reading Advantages of bespoke IT consulting for small businesses