What Is a CVE? A Plain-English Guide to Patching Your Software
A CVE is a public ID for a known security flaw. We explain how to read one, what its severity score means and how to patch your software safely, using October [...]
A website project usually goes wrong in the scoping, long before launch. Rik has spent 10 years at CCM scoping builds clearly and shipping them cleanly, a discipline he learned on large IT infrastructure projects.
His team has delivered more than 500 websites, and three were 2025 Australian Web Awards finalists. He built ClickTrack, the project system that tracks every task on your job, and writes plain-English guides for clients, like what PHP end-of-life dates mean for your site’s security.
Bring Rik in when: you need a complex site built and launched without surprises.
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Zebra Home’s Shopify store was built to a speed budget and stayed fast after launch, serving trade and retail buyers alike.
Why We Launch Shopify Stores on a Quiet Tuesday
We launch Shopify stores on a quiet Tuesday, with the team at their desks and never into a sale.
When Your Host Upgrades PHP and Your Site Dies
No one touched the code. The host upgraded PHP, and by morning every page on the site was down.
PHP Version Maintenance in 2026: EOL Dates, Security Risks, and What to Do Next
Websites don't fail at design or build, they fail in the handoff.
WordPress vs Shopify in 2025: Which Platform Fits Your Store?
Shopify is simple and fast, while WordPress offers flexibility and SEO—your choice depends on control, cost, and growth goals.
7 Reasons Why WordPress Maintenance is Important
Regular WordPress maintenance keeps your site secure, fast, and scalable—protecting trust, SEO, and revenue while preventing costly downtime.
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