Upgrading CMS for a Global Educational Platform
Learn how DBB Software partnered with a global educational provider to transform a legacy CMS into a high-performing, scalable solution with Sitecore.
Industry
Education
Service
Web Development
Team
4 Full-Stack Engineers, 1 QA
Project State
September 2023 - June 2024
Country
Canada
About the Client
LCI Education is a renowned global educational provider based in Canada, dedicated to delivering accessible and innovative learning solutions. With a vast digital presence, they serve students, educators, and institutions worldwide, relying on their platform to manage educational content and user interactions efficiently.
The Client's Initial Request
The educational provider sought DBB Software’s expertise to overhaul their outdated CMS, addressing key operational challenges:
System Performance
Improve slow load times and inefficiencies in the legacy CMS.
01
Maintenance Costs
Reduce the high expenses tied to maintaining an outdated system.
02
Scalability Implementation
Upgrade to a solution capable of supporting growing user demands and content volume.
03
User Management Improvements
Streamline content updates and administrative workflows for their team.
04
Solutions We Delivered
The scope of work focused mainly on behind-the-scenes of the platform and user interface:
Sitecore CMS Upgrade
Migrated the legacy system to Uniform, leveraging its robust content management capabilities for improved performance.
Cloud Integration
Deployed the solution on AWS cloud infrastructure with Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC), enhancing scalability and reliability.
Workflow Optimization
Implemented automated CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, simplifying maintenance and deployment processes.
UI Enhancement
Upgraded the frontend with React.js components for a faster, more responsive user interface.
Results Achieved
50% Faster Load Times
Reduced page load times, enhancing the user experience for students and educators.
$700K Savings in Maintenance Cost
Lowered maintenance costs through streamlined processes and cloud services.
40% Increased User Handling
Enabled the platform to handle more concurrent users without performance issues.
35% Faster Update Times
Cut content update times, empowering the client’s team with efficient workflows.
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