Alpina Tech

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project Manager of UM | Shopify Marketing Agency

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We grow Shopify stores from 4 to 6 figures in revenue using creative strategies in performance marketing.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Alpina Tech to accomplish?

• We hired Alpina Tech specifically to migrate our existing website from WordPress to a headless CMS (Strapi). The objective was to enhance performance, scalability, and maintainability of our digital infrastructure.

SOLUTION

How did you find Alpina Tech?

Referral

Why did you select Alpina Tech over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Alpina Tech were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The project involved a comprehensive migration of our website from a traditional WordPress setup to a modern headless CMS solution using Strapi. Alpina Tech handled all technical aspects, including:

- Detailed analysis and planning phase, ensuring a smooth transition.

- Content modeling and data migration to the new CMS.

- Development and integration of the front-end interface with the Strapi backend.

- Implementation of performance optimizations to enhance site responsiveness and loading speed.

- Thorough testing and quality assurance to ensure functionality across various devices and browsers.

- Deployment and post-launch support to ensure stability and resolve any issues promptly.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project resulted in significant improvements in website performance metrics, including faster load times, improved site responsiveness, and increased flexibility in content management. The successful migration also enabled our internal team to streamline content publishing processes efficiently.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Alpina Tech demonstrated strong project management throughout the entire timeline from January to April 2025. Deliverables were consistently on schedule, and their team proactively communicated progress updates and addressed any concerns promptly. Their responsiveness and agility in handling requests and adjustments were commendable.

What was your primary form of communication with Alpina Tech?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed us most about Alpina Tech was their deep technical expertise in headless CMS architectures, particularly their proficiency with Strapi. Their clear communication and willingness to offer strategic guidance beyond basic project requirements were particularly valuable.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Alpina Tech could have done differently?

There were minimal areas needing improvement. However, it could be beneficial to receive a more detailed initial project roadmap outlining potential challenges earlier in the process, which would allow for better proactive planning on our side.