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2025 16i Christmas opening hours

19th December 2025

Please note our hours will be slightly different during the holidays.

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SGGBA 2025: Winners revealed

7th November 2025

Congratulations to the winners of the SoGlos Business Awards 2025! Find out who they are!

The future is bright for the Sub Rooms

23rd September 2025

New website and Spektrix integration helped Sub Rooms turn a corner

Website builders vs bespoke: which is right for your business?

4th September 2025

In a digital-first world, a company’s website (and its overall effectiveness) is of paramount importance, serving as both the first impression and initial introduction to a brand. Traditionally built from the ground up by experienced developers, website creation has become increasingly accessible, primarily due to the rise of website builders such as Squarespace, Wix, Weebly, and Webflow, These platforms offer powerful tools, sleek templates, and rapid setup options, without the need for direct developer involvement. However, for businesses with more complex or unique requirements, they can be limiting, with many instead opting for bespoke development tailored to the specific project goals, workflows, and user experience. This blog outlines the pros and cons of each –off-the-shelf website builders vs bespoke development.

How to spot a text message, iMessage or WhatsApp scam

24th July 2025

Top 6 red flags for suspicious text messages

Benefits of team building away days

13th June 2025

We were delighted to welcome South West HR consultants, Rise HR, for a for a training day

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SGGLA 2025: Awards evening

12th May 2025

Winners of the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 revealed

SGGLA 2025: Finalists announced

14th April 2025

The 16i team look forward to meeting the finalists for the SGGLA Awards 2025.

16i x Spektrix | Partnership announced

2nd April 2025

We’re incredibly proud to become a certified Spektrix partner. Having worked with a variety of arts organisations over the years, we know how vital it is to connect digital platforms with the ticketing and CRM systems they rely on.

Spektrix: a detailed guide

11th March 2025

Utilised by a global user-base, Spektrix has become the market leader in back office and digital marketing systems, primarily within the arts industry. This blog explores what it is, who uses it and most importantly, how it could benefit your business.

Umbraco vs. Contentful: choosing the right CMS for your project

18th February 2025

Choosing the right content management system (CMS) can significantly influence your digital presence, and with countless options available two names frequently stand out: Umbraco and WordPress - both platforms have loyal followings and solid reputations, but they serve different needs. This guide will help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Umbraco vs Joomla: why Umbraco stands out for modern web development

11th February 2025

Selecting the right content management system (CMS) for your website can be overwhelming, with several options available. Among the leaders, Umbraco and Joomla both have solid reputations and large user bases, with this comparison looking at the capabilities of each.

Umbraco vs. Magento: choosing the right platform for your website

4th February 2025

With the ever-growing demands of digital strategy and user expectations, choosing the right content management system (CMS) or e-commerce platform can play a significant role in the success of both your website and overall online presence. Two popular choices - Umbraco and Magento, serve very different purposes. If you’re wondering which platform is right for your project, this comparison will help you understand their key differences, strengths, and ideal use cases.

Umbraco vs Drupal: which CMS should you choose?

30th January 2025

When it comes to choosing the right content management system (CMS), Umbraco and Drupal are often top contenders—especially for medium to large organisations looking for robust, flexible platforms. Both are powerful, open-source solutions with loyal communities, but they cater to different needs and development requirements. In this blog, we’ll break down the key differences between Umbraco and Drupal to help you decide which one might be the better fit for your project.

Umbraco vs WordPress: which CMS is right for you?

28th January 2025

Choosing the right content management system (CMS) can significantly influence your digital presence, and with countless options available two names frequently stand out: Umbraco and WordPress - both platforms have loyal followings and solid reputations, but they serve different needs. This guide will help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of each.