Wordpress Modernization and Rescue
Project:
Rebuilt and modernized VITEK’s WordPress website into a high-performance, content-managed platform that unified product data, dealer resources, email marketing, and CRM workflows. The new architecture replaced a fragmented third-party build with a cohesive digital ecosystem aligned with the rebrand — centralizing product information, downloads, firmware, manuals, and marketing collateral into one reliable source for all VITEK content.
Scope & Deliverables:
- Client: VITEK Industrial Video Products, Inc.
- Scope: Complete website rescue and rebuild with technical, functional, and brand-alignment objectives.
- Deliverables:
- Rebuilt the WordPress framework with optimized theme structure and plugin integration.
- Developed an ACF-powered product architecture for dynamic specs, features, and downloads.
- Implemented WordPress webhooks to automate product updates, short descriptions, carousels, and catalog metadata.
- Added FacetWP-based filtering for fast, app-like product sorting.
- Integrated dealer tools including warranty registration, PPP resources, product registration, and compliance documents.
- Connected the website with Constant Contact and Zoho CRM, enabling synchronized email marketing, lead routing, and contact management.
- Tools & Technologies: WordPress, PHP, JavaScript, ACF, FacetWP, WordPress Webhooks, WooCommerce, Constant Contact, Zoho CRM, HTML5, CSS3, Adobe Photoshop.
Results & Impact
- Converted an underperforming third-party build into a fully functional, scalable system.
- Automated key product workflows through ACF + webhook integration.
- Enhanced usability and performance while simplifying internal updates.
- Delivered an app-like product search experience relied on by dealers and distributors.
- Enabled direct CRM and email marketing integration through Zoho and Constant Contact.
- Established the digital foundation supporting future cloud integrations and CRM automation.
