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Why your Umbraco 13 site needs an upgrade
Umbraco 13 reaches End of Life (EOL) on 14 December 2026. Explore the implications for existing websites and the key considerations when planning an upgrade.
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Umbraco vs WordPress: which CMS should you choose in 2026?
Umbraco is more secure by default; WordPress is faster to launch. Which fits your project?
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Local SEO for estate agents: how to improve visibility and win more instructions
Discover how a stronger local SEO strategy can help estate agents improve Google visibility, attract more direct enquiries, and win more instructions.
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When Legal Software Has to Be Right
What changes when the software output carries legal and financial consequence, from the team that builds it.
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Impact of AI on SEO: The 2026 Guide
AI Overviews and answer engines are reshaping search. Here is what the rise of AI means for SEO in 2026, and how to keep your site visible.
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Umbraco vs Kentico: which CMS should you choose in 2026?
Umbraco vs Kentico compared: cost, built-in marketing tools, e-commerce, and flexibility. A practical guide from 16i to help you choose the right .NET CMS.
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How to improve website enquiries: optimise or rebuild?
Before investing in a new website, discover how targeted optimisation can increase enquiries and improve conversions without the cost of a full redesign.
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Homepage vs landing page: what's the difference and which should you use?
Discover the key differences between homepages and landing pages, when each should be used, and how the right choice can improve user journeys and conversion rates.
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Upgrading to Umbraco 17: a strategic investment for your business
Umbraco 13 support ends December 2026. Umbraco 16 support ended June 2026. If your site hasn't upgraded to Umbraco 17 LTS, here's what's involved and how 16i can help.
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Customer Portal Software vs Bespoke: How to Decide
Off-the-shelf portal software suits simple needs. Bespoke suits complex ones. A practical guide from 16i, with the Grant UK G1 portal as a real example.
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What is an MVP? A plain-English guide to minimum viable products
An MVP (minimum viable product) is the simplest working version of your idea that you can test with real users.
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Customer portal software in 2026: options, features and how to choose
A customer portal software review comparing usability, integration, security and scalability to choose the right long-term platform.
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How Cotswold Estate Agents can outperform Rightmove and capture more instructions
In today’s property market, many rural and boutique agencies rely heavily on portals, with over 70% of enquiries coming from Rightmove and Zoopla alone; however, these platforms don’t always convert into instructions.
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How to scope a digital platform properly
Learn how to scope a digital platform with clear goals, realistic priorities and technical choices that support growth, performance and delivery.
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How to scope bespoke software properly
How to scope bespoke software clearly, from goals and users to requirements, risks and budgets, so your project starts on solid ground.
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Software discovery guide for complex projects
A software discovery guide for complex projects, covering scope, risk, priorities and delivery planning to reduce waste and support better outcomes.
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Bespoke software vs SaaS: which fits best?
Understand cost, flexibility, speed and risk so you can choose the right digital approach for growth and efficiency.
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