Legacy CMS Challenges - Marine Stewardship Council

Client Overview

Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is a globally recognised non-profit organisation dedicated to ensuring sustainable fishing practices and protecting the oceans. Their extensive digital platform plays a critical role in disseminating information, engaging stakeholders, and promoting sustainable seafood.

The Challenge

MSC faced a significant challenge when their existing developers announced they were going out of business. This situation left MSC with:

  • Uncertainty about system support: The impending lack of technical assistance posed a risk to their operations and online presence.

  • Outdated infrastructure: Their legacy CMS system struggled to handle modern workloads and lacked scalability.

  • Limited technical guidance: MSC’s internal team required support to effectively use and maintain the CMS.

The Solution

PretaGov stepped in as a reliable partner, delivering a comprehensive solution to address MSC’s immediate and long-term needs:

  1. Seamless Transition and Upgraded Hosting:

    • Migrated MSC’s legacy CMS to an upgraded hosting environment tailored for improved performance and reliability.

    • Implemented modern hosting practices to enhance uptime and system responsiveness.

  2. Scaling with Docker:

    • Leveraged Docker to containerise the CMS application, enabling scalability and efficient resource management.

    • Designed the system to handle increased traffic loads, ensuring uninterrupted service during peak usage periods.

  3. Further Development for Legacy Systems:

    • Enhanced the legacy CMS to improve functionality and user experience, ensuring compatibility with modern requirements.

    • Addressed technical debt, optimising the codebase for better maintainability.

  4. Comprehensive Support and Training:

    • Provided hands-on guidance and training to MSC’s team, empowering them to confidently use and manage the CMS.

    • Established a responsive support system to address any technical issues promptly.

Results

Through PretaGov’s work, MSC achieved:

  • Operational Continuity: Smooth transition from their outgoing developers, ensuring no disruption to services.

  • Enhanced Performance: Upgraded infrastructure and Docker-based scalability significantly improved system reliability and load handling.

  • Team Empowerment: Ongoing support and training enabled MSC’s team to efficiently manage their CMS.

  • Future-Ready System: Strategic updates prepared MSC’s legacy system to meet evolving needs, extending its operational life.

Conclusion

PretaGov’s tailored approach not only resolved MSC’s immediate challenges but also positioned them for sustained digital success. This case underscores PretaGov’s commitment to empowering organisations through robust, customized CMS solutions and exceptional client support.