Question 1

What technologies do you use for custom development?

Accepted Answer

We primarily use Laravel and Vue.js/React for web applications, Next.js with Tailwind CSS for websites, and Magento/Shopify/WooCommerce for e-commerce. We choose the best technology stack based on your project requirements, scalability needs, and long-term maintenance considerations.

Question 2

How much does a custom web application cost?

Accepted Answer

Costs depend on the type and complexity of the project. During our free consultation, we scope your requirements and provide a detailed proposal with transparent pricing — no hidden costs.

Question 3

Can you integrate my new application with existing systems?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We specialize in connecting new applications with ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics), CRMs (Salesforce, HubSpot), payment gateways (Stripe, Twint), and accounting software (Bexio, Abacus). Custom API development ensures seamless data flow between all your systems.

Question 4

Do you provide hosting and deployment?

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Yes. We handle the complete deployment pipeline including server setup, CI/CD configuration, SSL certificates, domain management, and ongoing monitoring. We use Swiss and European hosting providers for data sovereignty.

Question 5

What systems can you integrate with my website or application?

Accepted Answer

We integrate with ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics), CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho), payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, Twint, Klarna), accounting software (Bexio, Abacus), shipping providers, marketing tools, and virtually any system with an API. We also build custom APIs for legacy systems.

Question 6

How long does a typical integration take?

Accepted Answer

Timelines vary depending on complexity. Simple integrations (payment gateway, email marketing) are typically the quickest, while standard ERP/CRM integrations take longer, and complex multi-system integrations with custom data mapping require the most time. We provide detailed timelines after assessing your specific systems and requirements.

Question 7

Can you connect old or legacy systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We build custom middleware and APIs to connect legacy systems that lack modern integration capabilities. Whether it's an older ERP, a proprietary database, or a custom-built application, we create bridge solutions that enable real-time data synchronization without requiring changes to your existing systems.

Question 8

Do integrations slow down my website?

Accepted Answer

No. We implement integrations using asynchronous processing, webhooks, and queue systems to ensure your website performance is never impacted. Data synchronization happens in the background, and we use caching strategies to minimize API calls. Critical paths are always optimized for speed.

Question 9

What analytics tools do you implement?

Accepted Answer

We implement Google Analytics 4 (GA4), server-side tracking for accurate data, custom dashboards with Metabase or Grafana, and privacy-compliant analytics alternatives. We also set up conversion tracking for Google Ads, Meta Ads, and other advertising platforms with proper attribution modeling.

Question 10

Can you create custom dashboards for my business?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We build real-time dashboards tailored to your KPIs: revenue, conversion rates, customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, product performance, cart abandonment rates, marketing ROI, and more. Dashboards can be accessed via web, mobile, or integrated into Slack/email with automated reports.

Question 11

How do you handle data privacy with analytics?

Accepted Answer

We implement GDPR-compliant analytics with GA4 Consent Mode v2, server-side tracking that respects user consent, IP anonymization, data retention policies, and cookie consent management. We can also implement cookieless tracking solutions for privacy-first analytics without sacrificing data quality.

Question 12

Can you track the ROI of my marketing campaigns?

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Absolutely. We set up cross-channel attribution tracking across Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok, email campaigns, and organic traffic. Custom conversion events track the full customer journey from first touch to purchase. Automated reports show exactly which campaigns drive revenue and which need optimization.

Question 13

What custom metrics can you track beyond standard analytics?

Accepted Answer

We track everything that matters for your business growth: customer acquisition cost (CPA) per channel, return on ad spend (ROAS), customer lifetime value (CLV), churn rate, cohort retention, RFM scoring (Recency, Frequency, Monetary), funnel drop-off rates, cart abandonment by segment, and revenue attribution across all touchpoints. Every metric is tailored to your specific business model.

Question 14

Can you build a fully custom tracking solution?

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Yes. We build custom server-side tracking systems that run on your own infrastructure, giving you full ownership of your data without depending on third-party analytics platforms. This includes custom event collection, data pipelines, storage, and visualization — all GDPR-compliant by design. Ideal for businesses that need complete control over their analytics stack or have specific data residency requirements.

Question 15

How much does a website cost in Switzerland?

Accepted Answer

Website costs vary based on complexity, features, and the level of customisation required. We offer packages for showcase websites, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise solutions. Custom applications are quoted based on specific requirements. Contact us for a free consultation and detailed quote.

Question 16

How long does it take to build a website?

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Timeline depends on project scope. A showcase website typically takes 2-4 weeks. E-commerce sites take 4-8 weeks including product setup and payment integration. Enterprise and custom solutions take 8-16 weeks depending on complexity. We provide detailed timelines in our proposals.

Question 17

Do you offer website maintenance and support?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer comprehensive maintenance packages including regular software updates, security patches, automated backups, performance monitoring, and technical support. Our Enterprise pack includes maintenance, and we offer standalone maintenance plans for all clients.

Question 18

What e-commerce platforms do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We work with leading e-commerce platforms including Magento, Shopify, WooCommerce, and custom Laravel-based solutions. We recommend the best platform based on your specific business needs, product catalog size, and growth plans. All platforms we use support secure payments, inventory management, and analytics.

Question 19

Do you work with clients outside Valais?

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Absolutely! While we're based in Martigny, Valais, we work with clients across Switzerland and internationally. All our services are available remotely with video consultations, screen sharing, and collaborative project management tools. We serve clients in French, English, and Portuguese.

Question 20

Can I update the website content myself?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your package. Our E-commerce and Enterprise packs include a user-friendly CMS where you can update text, images, products, and pages independently. For Showcase websites, we handle updates for you—just send us your changes and we'll implement them quickly. Need full autonomy on a showcase site? We can add a CMS as an optional upgrade.

Question 21

Do you redesign existing websites?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we regularly redesign and modernize existing websites. We can migrate your current site to a faster, mobile-friendly platform while preserving your SEO rankings and content. Whether you need a visual refresh, better performance, or new features, we assess your current site and propose the best approach.

Question 22

Is SEO included in the website price?

Accepted Answer

Basic SEO and GEO (AI discoverability) are included with every website: optimized page titles, meta descriptions, structured data, fast loading speed, mobile responsiveness, and proper site structure. For advanced SEO and GEO (keyword strategy, content optimization, local SEO, AI engine optimization, ongoing improvements), we offer dedicated packages. Google Analytics is set up on all sites for tracking.

Question 23

Do you build multilingual websites?

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Yes, multilingual websites are one of our specialties. We build sites in French, English, Portuguese, German, and other languages with proper SEO for each language version. This includes separate URLs for each language, hreflang tags for Google, and easy content management for all language versions.

Question 24

Can you take over a website made by another agency?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we regularly take over websites from other agencies or freelancers. We audit the existing site, identify issues, and either maintain it as-is or propose improvements. We work with WordPress, Magento, Shopify, Laravel, and custom solutions. No lock-in with us—you always own your code and content.

Question 25

How do you handle website security?

Accepted Answer

We implement SSL/TLS encryption, web application firewalls (WAF), DDoS protection, automated backups, and regular vulnerability scanning. All projects are built with GDPR and Swiss nFADP compliance in mind. We also offer security audits for existing websites.

Question 26

Can you integrate my website with ERP, CRM, or other business tools?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We integrate with systems like SAP, Salesforce, HubSpot, Stripe, Bexio, and many others. Whether it's a payment gateway, marketing platform, or accounting software — we connect your website to your existing business tools via APIs and custom middleware.

Question 27

Do you offer analytics and custom tracking solutions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We set up Google Analytics 4, server-side tracking, and custom dashboards to monitor KPIs like CPA, customer lifetime value, ROAS, and conversion funnels. We also build fully custom tracking solutions on your own infrastructure for complete data ownership.

Question 28

Can you automate business processes through my website?

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Yes. We automate workflows like order processing, inventory synchronization, invoicing, customer notifications, and reporting. From e-commerce logistics to CRM automation, we connect your systems so your business can operate more efficiently with fewer manual tasks.

Question 29

What security measures do you implement for websites?

Accepted Answer

We implement SSL/TLS encryption, Web Application Firewall (WAF), automated daily backups, DDoS protection, malware scanning, Content Security Policy headers, and regular vulnerability assessments. For e-commerce, we also ensure PCI DSS compliance for secure payment processing.

Question 30

How do you handle data protection and GDPR compliance?

Accepted Answer

We ensure full GDPR and Swiss nFADP compliance: cookie consent management with GA4 Consent Mode v2, privacy-by-design architecture, data minimization practices, secure data storage in Swiss/EU data centers, and proper data processing agreements. We also implement technical measures like encryption at rest and in transit.

Question 31

What happens if my website gets hacked?

Accepted Answer

Our incident response includes immediate threat containment, malware removal, vulnerability patching, and restoration from clean backups. We then conduct a forensic analysis to identify the attack vector and implement additional protections. With our maintenance plans, we monitor proactively to prevent breaches before they happen.

Question 32

How often should security audits be performed?

Accepted Answer

We recommend quarterly security audits for most businesses, and monthly for e-commerce or sites handling sensitive data. Audits include vulnerability scanning, dependency checks, access control reviews, and penetration testing. Our maintenance plans include automated weekly scans with manual quarterly reviews.

Question 33

What does your maintenance service include?

Accepted Answer

Our maintenance includes weekly software updates (CMS, plugins, frameworks), security patches, automated daily backups, uptime monitoring (up to 99.9% SLA), performance monitoring, SSL certificate management, and priority technical support. We maintain WordPress, Magento, Shopify, Laravel, Next.js, and custom applications.

Question 34

How quickly do you respond to urgent issues?

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Response times depend on your specific maintenance plan and needs. Critical issues (site down, security breach) are always treated with the highest priority. We provide a dedicated communication channel and status updates throughout the resolution process.

Question 35

Can you maintain a website built by another agency?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly take over maintenance from other agencies or freelancers. We start with a thorough code audit to understand the architecture, identify vulnerabilities, and document the setup. We then create a maintenance plan tailored to your specific platform and needs.

Question 36

How much do maintenance plans cost?

Accepted Answer

Costs depend on the complexity of your site and the level of support required. We offer plans for simple websites, medium-complexity platforms, e-commerce, and enterprise applications. Contact us for a tailored quote — we provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

Question 37

How much faster can you make my website?

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Typically 50-80% faster load times. We regularly take sites from 4-8 second load times down to under 1 second. Results depend on your current setup, but most sites see dramatic improvements in Largest Contentful Paint (LCP), First Input Delay (FID), and Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS) scores after our optimization.

Question 38

Does website speed really affect SEO rankings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, significantly. Google uses Core Web Vitals as ranking factors. Faster sites rank higher, get more organic traffic, and convert better. According to an Aberdeen Group study (https://www.thinkwithgoogle.com/marketing-strategies/app-and-mobile/load-time-to-conversion-statistics/), each second of delay can reduce conversions by up to 7%. Our optimizations improve both your search rankings and your bottom line.

Question 39

What specific optimizations do you perform?

Accepted Answer

We optimize images (WebP/AVIF conversion, lazy loading), implement CDN (Cloudflare, AWS CloudFront), configure Redis/Memcached caching, minify CSS/JS, enable code splitting, optimize database queries, configure server-level caching (Nginx, Varnish), and implement HTTP/3 and Brotli compression.

Question 40

Will optimization break my website's functionality?

Accepted Answer

No. We test thoroughly on a staging environment before applying any changes to your live site. All optimizations are implemented incrementally with zero downtime. We monitor performance metrics after each change to ensure functionality is preserved. If any issue arises, changes can be instantly rolled back.

Question 41

Can you integrate my online store with my warehouse system?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We connect your e-commerce platform (Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce, or custom) with warehouse management systems (WMS) for real-time inventory synchronization. Orders are automatically routed to the correct warehouse, stock levels update instantly, and shipment notifications are sent automatically to customers.

Question 42

Do you support multi-warehouse inventory management?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We implement multi-warehouse allocation logic that routes orders to the nearest or most cost-effective warehouse. Stock levels are synchronized across all locations in real-time, preventing overselling. We also support dropshipping and 3PL (third-party logistics) integrations.

Question 43

Can you automate shipping label generation and tracking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We integrate with Swiss Post, DHL, FedEx, UPS, and other carriers to automatically generate shipping labels, calculate freight costs, and provide real-time tracking updates. Customers receive automated email/SMS notifications at each shipment milestone.

Question 44

How do you handle returns processing?

Accepted Answer

We implement automated returns workflows: customers initiate returns through a self-service portal, return labels are generated automatically, inventory is updated upon receipt, and refunds or exchanges are processed according to your business rules. The entire process is tracked and reportable.

Question 45

How do you handle multi-language website development?

Accepted Answer

We implement full i18n (internationalization) with separate URLs per language, proper hreflang tags for SEO, RTL support where needed, and a CMS that lets you manage content in all languages. We support any number of languages and handle locale-specific formatting for dates, currencies, and numbers.

Question 46

Can you set up multi-currency checkout?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We implement multi-currency checkout with automatic exchange rate updates, locale-specific payment methods (Twint for Switzerland, SEPA for EU, iDEAL for Netherlands), and proper tax calculation per region including VAT, GST, and sales tax. Prices can be displayed in the visitor's local currency.

Question 47

How do you ensure compliance across different countries?

Accepted Answer

We implement country-specific compliance: GDPR for EU, Swiss nFADP, cookie consent per jurisdiction, data residency requirements, and tax regulations. We configure separate privacy policies and terms per market, and ensure your checkout process meets local consumer protection laws.

Question 48

Do you help with market-specific SEO?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We implement country-specific SEO strategies including localized keyword research, proper hreflang tags, country-specific structured data, local business listings, and content adaptation (not just translation) for each market. We also set up GEO optimization for AI discoverability in each target language.

Question 49

What is the difference between SEO and GEO?

Accepted Answer

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) focuses on ranking in traditional search engines like Google. GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) focuses on being discovered and cited by AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google AI Overviews. Both are essential today — we optimize for both to maximize your online visibility.

Question 50

How long does it take to see SEO results?

Accepted Answer

Technical SEO improvements (site speed, structured data, meta tags) can show results within a few weeks. Content and keyword optimization typically takes a few months for noticeable ranking improvements, depending on complexity and competition. Local SEO for Swiss businesses can show faster results. We provide monthly reports so you can track progress.

Question 51

Do you manage Google Ads and social media campaigns?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We set up and manage campaigns on Google Ads, Meta Ads (Facebook/Instagram), TikTok Ads, and LinkedIn Ads. This includes keyword research, audience targeting, ad creative, A/B testing, conversion tracking, and ROI optimization. We provide transparent reporting with weekly performance updates.

Question 52

How do you optimize my website for AI discoverability?

Accepted Answer

We implement comprehensive GEO: structured data (Schema.org), FAQ content that AI can extract, llms.txt files, semantic HTML markup, clear content hierarchy, and comprehensive entity information. We ensure AI systems like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity can accurately understand and recommend your business.

Question 53

How long does a website redesign take?

Accepted Answer

A typical redesign takes 3-6 weeks depending on the scope. A visual refresh with the same content structure is faster (2-3 weeks), while a complete restructure with new features takes longer (4-6 weeks). We provide a detailed timeline after assessing your current site.

Question 54

Will my SEO rankings be preserved during the redesign?

Accepted Answer

Yes, preserving your SEO rankings is a top priority. We implement proper 301 redirects, maintain URL structures where possible, transfer all meta data, and ensure the new site meets or exceeds the technical SEO standards of the original. We monitor rankings closely during and after the transition.

Question 55

What is GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)?

Accepted Answer

GEO is the practice of optimizing your website to be discovered and cited by AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google AI Overviews. It includes implementing structured data, creating comprehensive FAQ content, using clear semantic markup, and ensuring your content is easily parseable by AI systems.

Question 56

How do you improve website performance?

Accepted Answer

We optimize Core Web Vitals (LCP, FID, CLS) through image compression, code splitting, lazy loading, caching strategies, CDN implementation, and server-side optimizations. Typical results: 50-80% faster load times, better Google rankings, and improved conversion rates.

Question 57

Can you update my site without rebuilding from scratch?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Many improvements can be made to your existing site without a full rebuild. We can optimize performance, update the design, improve SEO, and add new features while preserving your current platform and content. We assess your site and recommend the most cost-effective approach.

Question 58

What are Core Web Vitals and why do they matter?

Accepted Answer

Core Web Vitals are Google's metrics for measuring user experience: Largest Contentful Paint (loading speed), First Input Delay (interactivity), and Cumulative Layout Shift (visual stability). Google uses these metrics as ranking factors, so better scores mean better search positions and more traffic.

Question 59

How much does a website upgrade cost?

Accepted Answer

We offer upgrade packages for performance optimization, design updates, and SEO & GEO optimization. Packages can be combined for a comprehensive upgrade. We provide a detailed quote after a free audit of your current site.

Question 60

Will my site be down during the upgrade?

Accepted Answer

No. For performance and SEO improvements, changes are applied incrementally with zero downtime. For redesigns, we develop the new version on a staging environment and only switch over when everything is tested and approved. The switchover typically takes less than 5 minutes.

Question 61

Do you work with sites built on other platforms?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we work with all major platforms including WordPress, Magento, Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, Squarespace, and custom-built solutions. Whether your site needs optimization on its current platform or migration to a faster one, we can help.

Question 62

How do I know if my website needs an upgrade?

Accepted Answer

Signs your website needs an upgrade: slow loading times (over 3 seconds), not mobile-friendly, declining search rankings, outdated design, poor accessibility scores, low conversion rates, or not appearing in AI search results. Request our free website audit to get a detailed assessment.

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