Magento upgrade & UX improvements for Designique
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Industry
Real Estate
Duration
10 months
Budget
10K - 49K
Start Date
1 May 2015
Team Size
1-5
Engagement Model
Nearshore
Project Capability Score (PCS)
75/100
Good
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Client
Designique
Project Summary
Macopedia stabilized and upgraded a Magento-based online shop for a Swiss interior design retailer, implementing a Git repository, CSS fixes, UX/UI redesign, and custom Magento features such as inventory management and improved navigation. The changes improved search and filtering, driving a measurable uplift in sales conversions. The team communicated clearly, met timelines and budgets, and continues to provide maintenance and feature upgrades.
Key Challenges
- Replace a previous IT partner who did not meet project needs
- Maintain the Magento-based online shop and execute a relaunch
Project Deliverables
- Git repository and deployment/version control setup
- Magento upgrade and CSS adjustments
- UX/UI redesign
- Inventory management features and improved navigation and search functionality
Project Solution
Macopedia stabilized the site by introducing a Git repository for version control and test deployments, updated the store to the latest Magento version with CSS adjustments, redesigned the UX/UI, and implemented custom features on Magento including inventory management, improved navigation, filters, and enhanced search functions. The client interacted with two project managers and a lead Magento developer during the engagement.
Project Outcome
- Achieved a 10%–20% increase in sales conversions attributed to UI and functionality improvements
- Delivered within time and budget and provided responsive support despite geographic distance
Platforms
Web
Tech Stack
CSS
Client Endorsement
Overall Review Rating
4.88
5 out of 5 stars
Timeliness
Cost Rating
Willing to Refer
Quality of Deliverables
“Strategic design choices and navigation features led to a marked increase in sales. Although additional human bandwidth could help execute projects, Macopedia communicated clearly, met timelines, and provided strategic solutions to difficult tasks. Their coding skills garnered particular praise.”
Note: This endorsement is based on publicly available client feedback from external review sources.
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