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The latest thinking on enterprise WordPress, open source technology, and life at Human Made.
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What goes into organising a WordCamp?
The inaugural WordCamp Asia was held in Bangkok, Thailand, from February 17-19th. WordCamps are WordPress conferences that are designed to be as inclusive and accessible to as many people within the WordPress community as possible, and have been a mainstay of the community since the very first WordCamp held in San Francisco back in 2006.…
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Publishers: how to stay afloat during digital turbulence
With squeezed budgets, shrinking workforces and fierce competition from social media content creators, publishers are having to run faster to stand still. How can they contend with these pressures while still meeting the demands of their readership? The publishing industry has been getting smaller since the late 2000s, with fewer people being asked to do…
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How to write a great RFP
A Request for Proposal (RFP) can be a key element of the process for finding a new WordPress agency, especially if the project is large or complex. But not all RFPs are equal. The better your RFP, the happier you’ll be. A good RFP can save you time, making it easier for you to shortlist…
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The newbie’s guide to WordCamp Asia
WordCamps are a mainstay of the WordPress community, offering a chance for the world’s WordPress community to come together in person. They’ve been running since 2006, but this event – hosted in the busy city of Bangkok, Thailand, from 17th – 19th February 2023 – was the very first flagship event in the APAC region.…
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How publishers can keep pace with content demands
Today’s audiences expect lightning-speed content delivery on their platform of choice, while advertisers are seeking to maximise their investments despite changes to third-party cookies. How can publishers meet these twin demands while budgets diminish? Read on to find out. The previous decade’s leap from print to digital wasn’t without its casualties, and we expect a…
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Should big companies use the WordPress plugin repository?
As a large enterprise company, you’ll probably have a lot of custom requirements for your website, and the WordPress plugin repository can be a great resource to find tools that can help you achieve your goals. However, it is important to understand the benefits and limitations of using the plugin repository, and when you should…
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How enterprise organisations use WordPress
WordPress is the preferred CMS of countless enterprise organisations thanks to its scalability, customisability, and for benefitting from the advantages of open source technology. There is no shortage of use cases for WordPress at enterprise scale; the WordPress content management system forms the robust foundations of multi-billion dollar corporations’ websites across myriad industries and sectors,…
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Why WordPress is the best CMS for enterprise
Confronted with post-pandemic droves of click-happy visitors, enterprise organisations are facing an increasing demand for high-quality, scalable websites. Should a company choose to build with a content management system (CMS), making the right choice will be critical for meeting these demands and delivering the best possible experience to their customers. I’ll cut to the chase:…
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5 more WordPress myths busted
Our WordPress explorers found some real whoppers the last time they explored the world of WordPress myths, and yet they remained curious. But as they journeyed deeper into the underground of the web, nobody could have prepared them for what they found… 😱 Join our WordPress Mythbusters once again as we turn things upside-down and…
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Opportunities to improve performance in Lighthouse 10
Version 10 of Lighthouse is here! Lighthouse is the automated, open-source tool used to improve webpage quality. Check out what’s in store with v10. Lighthouse 10 was recently released, and is already running on Pagespeed Insights. The most notable changes are that Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS) now accounts for a bigger factor (25% up from…
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How to build the perfect WordPress plugin stack
Unlock the full potential of your enterprise WordPress site with the perfect plugin stack Learn how to get the most out of the vast WordPress plugin ecosystem. Discover the tricks for putting together the best site you’ve ever built , the pitfalls to avoid, and things to keep in mind when curating your stack. Are…
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Meet the Speakers: WordPress Enterprise Gap Meetup
What’s the WordPress enterprise gap? It’s the distance between how WordPress is seen, and how effective it is for enterprise users. We believe that enterprise companies can move faster and deliver better digital experiences for their customers by embracing the power of the open web and open source. We also believe that WordPress is the…
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How to choose the right enterprise WordPress agency
Selecting a new WordPress agency to develop your website is a massively important decision, particularly given the complexity that comes with enterprise-size sites. The demanding technical requirements, large migrations, and advanced security requirements aren’t something every agency can handle. That’s why it’s important to ensure you’re making the right decision, and asking the right questions,…
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How to evaluate your website before a rebuild
Knowing when you are ready to completely rebuild an enterprise website can be challenging. A full website rebuild requires significant time, investment and resources. But it also presents opportunities to completely rethink things, consider new platforms, throw out technical debt and position your business for long-term success. We’ve outlined the questions you need answers to…
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7 reasons WordPress is perfect for publishers
The halcyon days of ‘build it and they will come’ are gone, with media and publishers having to work harder than ever to capture and retain audience attention in an increasingly competitive digital environment. Delivering the experience, content and searchability users demand means creating the most effective digital platform possible – here’s why WordPress ticks…
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5 WordPress myths busted
Our Human Made engineers were feeling particularly brave today, and so typed into their favourite search engine the most frightening phrase they could possibly think of; “Why shouldn’t I use WordPress”. If you dare to keep scrolling, you will see what they found. The web can be a spooky place, but the Human Made WordPress…
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Agile: What’s the big deal?
Far more than just a corporate buzzword, Agile project management adds value, streamlines workflows, and keeps teams focused on delivering tangible outcomes. Here’s how we use Agile to produce superior client results. Agile: what is it? At the principal level, Agile project management is an incremental and iterative approach to delivering projects so the customers…
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How to run a remote Agile sprint retro
First posted April 2020. Updated January 2023 In Agile software development, the Sprint Retrospective, or ‘retro’, is a meeting held at the end of each sprint. The project team comes together to reflect what happened during that period, and create a plan for improvements for the next iteration. While these types of conversations are best…
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Meet our WordCamp Asia speakers
We couldn’t be more thrilled to be attending the very first WordCamp Asia! Taking place 17-19th February 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand, here’s who you’ll be hearing from during what promises to be an action-packed few days. KAdam White Principal Engineer, Human Made KAdam White started using WordPress in 2007, and stumbled upon his first WordCamp…
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WordPress vs. Drupal: which CMS should you use for enterprise?
Both are open-source software. Both are written in PHP. And both are capable of running high-traffic, enterprise websites. However, WordPress and Drupal are CMSs with different strengths and weaknesses, and it’s important to know which serves your needs best, especially if you’re running a website for an enterprise organisation. The reality is that the requirements…
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Human Made has achieved OSPAR attestation
Following a tremendous effort involving lots of people across Human Made, we’re delighted to share that we’ve achieved OSPAR attestation! We first began this journey to better serve a global banking client that relies on Human Made’s services and Altis‘ platform, but we understand how hugely important governance, risk and compliance are for our enterprise…
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