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SEO after website migration checklist
A practical SEO after website migration checklist to protect rankings, traffic and conversions before, during and after launch.
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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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Why Umbraco? The top ten benefits of using Umbraco for site content
Umbraco is an-easy-to-use, open-source content management system CMS which currently supports over 0.5 million websites
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What Digital Transformation consultancy does
Digital transformation consultancy helps organisations improve systems, journeys and performance with practical strategy, design and technical delivery.
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What is Umbraco used for
Umbraco is an open-source content management system (CMS) built on Microsoft .NET, used to build and manage websites, digital platforms, member portals, and multi-site environments where a high degree of customisation, security, or integration with external systems is required.
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7 Digital Transformation trends 2026
Explore digital transformation trends 2026, from AI and composable platforms to resilience, data, and service design that drives growth.
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Umbraco vs Drupal: which CMS should you choose in 2026?
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.
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Umbraco vs WordPress: which CMS is right for you?
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.
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What Is Umbraco Used For? Real UK Examples
Umbraco is used for corporate websites, trade portals and industry platforms. See real UK examples from 16i clients.
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We're sponsoring the Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards
Proud to be the category sponsor for Event of the Year at this year's prestigious awards.
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Why is my website converting poorly?
Learn the most common causes, what to check first, and how to improve performance with practical fixes.
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Resilient reporting system design that lasts
Resilient reporting system design helps teams trust data, reduce failure points and keep operations moving when demand, integrations or priorities change.
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Website accessibility tools review
Our website accessibility tools review compares scanners, audits and overlays, helping teams choose tools that improve compliance and user experience.
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What conversion focused web design looks like
Turning traffic into action through clearer journeys, faster pages and smarter UX aligned to commercial goals.
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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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