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That means we can design and build secure, fast, user\u2011friendly websites and web systems, help you shape a pragmatic digital strategy (from MVP planning to SEO refreshes and tool selection), and engineer robust hosting and infrastructure that scales reliably." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is 18a different from other web design agencies?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We are strategic technical problem solvers, not just designers and developers. We are platform\u2011agnostic and choose the right tools for your goals, with all work done by our in\u2011house team. Our long\u2011term client relationships (17 years of trading) reflect our focus on trust, integrity, and results\u201436 million people visit the websites we manage every year." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is your delivery process and how do projects run?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Our process is collaborative and iterative, with quick feedback loops, full transparency, and clearly defined goals, deliverables, budgets, and timeframes. We keep stakeholders aligned at every step, making projects smooth and stress\u2011free while ensuring the outcome matches your objectives and constraints." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you outsource any of the work?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. Ideas, planning, design, and build all happen under one roof\u2014figuratively speaking, as we work remotely post\u2011pandemic. 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If you\u2019re outgrowing your current setup, we can get you up and running quickly on a scalable foundation." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can you help reduce our AWS costs?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. We perform practical AWS audits to pinpoint waste and recommend right\u2011sizing, architecture improvements, and cost\u2011control measures. In one case we helped a client cut their AWS bill by over 85%, demonstrating how active infrastructure management and smart design choices can dramatically lower spend without sacrificing performance." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you maintain and improve existing websites, or only build new ones?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Both. If you need your digital presence built or maintained, we can help. We focus on security, speed, and usability, and we prioritize pragmatic enhancements that move the needle\u2014whether that\u2019s performance tuning, UX refinements, or expanding functionality in line with your goals." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What types of clients do you work with?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We work with charities, digital product startups, global organizations, and household brands. The common thread is that the people we partner with are invested in their organization\u2019s success, care about the bigger picture, stay grounded in realities like budget and timeline, and are passionate about progress." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Which technologies and platforms do you use?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We\u2019re platform\u2011agnostic and pick tools based on what\u2019s best for each project. That often includes cloud platforms such as AWS and DigitalOcean. We also have deep experience optimizing popular CMS setups\u2014e.g., WordPress performance hardening and reliability improvements like Redis caching with robust fallbacks\u2014always tailoring the stack to your needs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do you keep communication clear and avoid jargon?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Plain speaking is one of our core principles. We explain technical options, trade\u2011offs, and risks in clear, simple language so you can make informed decisions. We keep everyone in the loop throughout the project, ensuring mutual understanding and no surprises." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do you make sure projects stay on time and on budget?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We set clear goals and deliverables up front, agree on budget and timelines, and maintain full transparency from kick\u2011off to launch. Our quick iteration cycles surface issues early, and our pragmatic approach helps us suggest cost\u2011saving alternatives without compromising quality." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Who leads 18a and what is your background?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "18a is led by founders Lisa Freeman (CEO) and Tom Freeman (CTO). Lisa has 22 years in the digital sector and has planned and designed user\u2011friendly sites and systems for brands like the BBC and Sainsbury\u2019s. Since 2007, their leadership has shaped 18a\u2019s reputation for delivering high\u2011performance, outcomes\u2011focused digital projects." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do clients say about working with you?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Clients describe us as professional, creative, and consistently on time\u2014often feeling like we\u2019re an extension of their team. They highlight trust and integrity as defining qualities, which is why some relationships have lasted since our early years. We measure success in results and in long\u2011term partnerships." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you offer resources or thought leadership I can follow?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Our Knowledge Base features practical guides\u2014such as auditing form fields or conducting AWS cost checkups\u2014and our News section shares technical deep dives, like implementing a robust Redis fallback in WordPress. You can also join our newsletter for monthly \u201cWhat you need to know this month\u201d updates curated by our team." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I start a project with 18a?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Contact us to discuss your goals, constraints, and success metrics. We\u2019ll propose a clear plan covering scope, timelines, budget, and the most suitable tools and architecture. 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The price is the same as a large group course \u2013 but you get 1-to-1 attention and all aspects of the course can be tailored to your site specifically.\n\nWe follow the curriculum as laid out in the summary above and allocate time to deal with specific issues clients have, discssing together how their SEO can be improved in a real world situation.\n\nWe generally start at 9.30, stop for a mid-morning coffee at 11, and then carry on until 1.30pm. Then if you\u2019d like to make a day of it, after lunch we can look at competitor analysis and put together a tailored strategy for you, before heeading home at 5.30.", "abstract": "We can provide training to your team on pretty much any web subject you need a hand with. 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