INSIGHTS
Curious minds.
Fresh perspectives.
Thoughts on technology, ideas worth exploring and a little life at Cold Banana.
IN FOCUS
Back on the grid. Back on top.
The teamwork behind Cold Banana’s second consecutive Agency Grand Prix championship.
Read the articleFrom the team.
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What is Umbraco Automate?
A closer look at the workflows that connect your content, your team and your wider business. And where automation can make a practical difference.
A fresh perspective on a year in tech.
Placement student Hayden Moore shares what he’s learned, the challenges he’s tackled and his advice for the next generation.
Conversation with a Placement Student - Jay
Discover what its like to work at Cold Banana as a Bournemouth University placement student in our latest CB blog!
Why Is Website Accessibility Important for Businesses?
Discover why website accessibility matters for businesses, how WCAG improves user experience, and how Cold Banana builds accessible websites.
Umbraco 13 End of Life
Discover what Umbraco 13 End of Life Means, and why Summer 2026 is the best time to upgrade your website in this Cold Banana blog!
Everything You Need To Know About Umbraco 18
Discover how Umbraco 18 boosts performance & stability for future ready digital growth with support from Umbraco Gold Partner Agency Cold Banana!
Google’s New Era of AI Search
Discover how Google's May 2026 Core Update & evolving AI search experiences could impact web traffic & digital growth for enterprise businesses.
Umbraco 16 End of Life
The Umbraco 16 End Of Life date is June 12th 2026. Discover the implications of continuing to use it and why you should consider upgrading now.
Cold Banana Wins Bournemouth Business Award
Discover how Bournemouth digital agency Cold Banana won "B2B Business of the Year" in the Bournemouth Business Awards 2026!
Top 10 Features EVERY Mobile App Should Have
App analytics. Push notifications. Offline functionality. Discover the top 10 features EVERY mobile app should have in this Cold Banana blog!
Cold Banana a Finalist for B2B Business
Learn more about Cold Banana's finalist status in the Bournemouth Business Awards 2026 B2B Business category!
SEO vs GEO vs AEO… What’s the Difference?
SEO. GEO. AEO. When it comes to optimising your website, things can get confusing fast! Discover what these terms mean in this Cold Banana blog!
Cold Banana a Finalist for Best Agency Team
Learn more about Cold Banana's finalist status in the National Digital Awards 2026 Best Agency Team (Small) category!
Stripe vs Opayo vs Worldpay
It’s a Payment Processing showdown! Discover the pros and cons of Stripe, Opayo and Worldpay payment integrations in this Cold Banana blog!
Why Should You Choose an Umbraco Agency for Your Next Website Project?
Ever wondered why should you choose an Umbraco Agency for your next web project? Discover the answer to this very question in this Cold Banana blog!
Cold Banana to provide round the clock web support to Crufts 2026
Discover how Cold Banana is supporting Crufts with around the clock web support during the Crufts 2026 live event in this Cold Banana blog!
Why is Cold Banana’s logo a polar bear?
Ever wondered why .NET Tech agency Cold Banana’s logo is a polar bear? Discover the answer to this very question in this Cold Banana blog!
Gold Umbraco Contributing Partner
International .NET Tech agency Cold Banana has been recognised as an Umbraco Contributing Gold Partner for 2025
Beginners Guide to Writing Blogs
Discover best practice for writing blogs for your business’ website, and FAQ’s for newcomers to blog writing in this Cold Banana blog!
An Overview of Umbraco Winter Keynote 2026
Discover the headline announcements from Umbraco Winter Keynote 2026, and what we at Cold Banana can offer you as an Umbraco Gold Partner!
Umbraco 17 Frequently Asked Questions Making the Most of your Umbraco Build
With Umbraco 17 having recently released, explore some of the most frequently asked questions to make the most of your Umbraco build.
A Beginners Guide to Content Management Systems
Discover the varied Content Management Systems available for enterprise website solutions, and FAQ’s for newcomers to CMS in this Cold Banana blog!
Celebrating 10 Years of Cold Banana!
In 2015, Cold Banana started with one person and a laptop. Turning 10, discover how our .NET Tech and Performance Marketing agency has grown since!
31 Reasons Why You Should Choose Sitecore!
We understand how important finding the right CMS & DXP is for your business, which is why we've listed 31 reasons why you should choose Sitecore!
Sitecore Silver Partner
Discover what being a Sitecore Silver Partner means, and how Cold Banana can upgrade your business' website with a Sitecore powered solution.
Everything You Need to Know About Umbraco 17
Discover how Umbraco 17 boosts performance and stability with support from an Umbraco Gold Partner Agency such as Cold Banana for future ready digital growth!
31 Reasons Why You Should Choose Shopify!
We understand finding a commerce solution that meets your business needs is vital, which is why we've listed 31 reasons why you should choose Shopify!
.NET 10
Discover what the newest update to the .NET framework means, and what .NET 10 offers for the next generation of modern applications.
Silent Nights and Traffic Spikes…
Silent Nights and Traffic Spikes… - What Happens to Your Website When Holiday Demand Hits, and How to Maximise Revenue through Performance Marketing
Cold Banana joins the Shopify Partner Programme
Cold Banana has officially joined the Shopify Partner Programme to build high performing, scalable digital experiences for ambitious brands.
Cold Banana Races to Victory
Cold Banana has emerged victorious as the 2025 Agency Grand Prix champion, securing the top spot in this year’s adrenaline fuelled go-kart competition
.NET 9 One Year On
Discover how .NET 9 has advanced enterprise web and app development with insights from Cold Banana’s digital experts.
Optimizely vs Sitecore: Best CMS for Enterprises
Optimizely vs Sitecore: We compare the two DXPs on value, scalability & speed. Does Optimizely or Sitecore better meet your organisation’s needs?
Sitecore Vs Kentico
Sitecore vs Kentico: We compare the two DXPs on value, usability, scalability & speed. Does Sitecore or Kentico better meet your organisation’s needs?
How To Build AI Traffic Report In Ga4
Find out how to track which AI models users are getting to your website from & which pages they're landing on by creating an AI traffic report in GA4.
Everything You Need To Know About The Umbraco 16 Release
Everything you need to know about Umbraco 16 including rich text editor enhancement, Granular Property Permissions, Segments & additional enhancements
The Importance of Upgrading Your Kentico Website
Thinking of upgrading to Xperience by Kentico in 2025? Learn how to plan a smooth Kentico migration for better security, new features and more.
All You Need To Know About The Umbraco 15 Release
All you need to know about Umbraco 15, including the new rich text editor, client credentials, enhanced multilingual management and more.
What is a Digital Experience Platform (DXP)?
A Digital Experience Platform is a software platform that allows you to create, deliver & optimise content across multiple channels using one platform
Factors to Consider When Choosing a CMS
Discover the best factors to consider when choosing a CMS. Dive into comparing Umbraco, Kentico & Sitecore’s features, scalability & personalisation.
Sitecore vs Umbraco: Best CMS for Enterprises and SMBs
Looking for the best CMS for your business? Read our Sitecore vs Umbraco comparison to discover key differences in scalability, price and more.
Kentico vs Drupal: Which CMS is Right for Your Business
Can’t decide between Kentico and Drupal? Read our blog to see how they compare on flexibility, scalability, price, user-friendliness and more.
Must Haves For A Career In Tech
Here are the 6 must have skills that will prepare you for a successful career in technology, set you apart from the competition and impress employers.
Umbraco 8 End of Life
The Umbraco 8 End Of Life date is February 24th 2025. Discover the implications of continuing to use it and why you should consider upgrading now.
Using Trello to Increase Productivity
Discover how the project management system Trello can help to increase productivity and efficiency when managing tasks.
Device testing on the cloud with Browserstack
Discover how Cold Banana's Quality Assurance team uses Browserstack to test websites & apps on any device at any time including new device launch days
Bournemouth Business Awards
Cold Banana celebrate taking home three awards at the Bournemouth Business Awards 2024 and receive unexpected third win, "Business of the Year Award".
Cold Banana Attends the UK Dev Awards 2024
Cold Banana attend the UK Dev Awards 2024 for their three shortlisted awards "Project of the Year" "Tech Agency of the Year" & "Rising Star".
Investing In Your Employees & How It Can Benefit You
Investing in your employees can boost productivity and drive overall success. Find out how using key strategies can improve development & engagement.
Cold Banana achieves Cyber Essential Certification
With our Cyber Essentials certification, we can elevate your development projects with perfect synergy of creativity, functionality and cybersecurity.
Adding Webhooks to Umbraco Content Events to Trigger External Services
Discover how to add webhooks to Umbraco content events to trigger external service, enhance the functionality, and automate your Umbraco projects.
Why Choose .NET Core over .NET Framework?
Explore why .NET Framework has been deprecated for .NET Core for cross-platform development. Learn how its speed & efficiency make it the best choice.
TIMCO appoint digital specialist Cold Banana
Explore the exciting new partnership between Cold Banana & TIMCO, a leading supplier of essential products from the construction & industrial sectors.
Installing CORS on Umbraco
Discover how to install CORS and integrate Cross-Origin Resource Sharing on Umbraco with our complete guide.
Enhancing Umbraco with Azure Serverless Functions: Scheduled Content Updates
Learn how to enhance Umbraco with Azure Serverless Functions for scheduled content updates, and streamline your CMS to enhance your user experience.
Codeless vs Code based automation testing systems
Discover the benefits and limitations of codeless and code based testing, available common testing tools, and determine the best option for you.
Benefits of Automation Testing and Testing systems
Automated testing is a software testing method using specialised tools that increase efficiency, accuracy, coverage, reliability and reduce costs.
How Covid-19 Has Affected Online Businesses
Due to Covid 19, businesses had to quickly adapt & shift their activities online to an already crowded space, meaning competition reached a new high.
Umbraco Vs Kentico
We compare Umbraco and Kentico, exploring their features, ease of use, and support options to assist in choosing between the two .NET-based systems.
Umbraco vs Drupal, The Battle For The Best CMS Continues
It's round 2 of our battle of the CMS blog series. Can't decide between a Umbraco vs Drupal CMS? We've done the work for you. Read our reviews here.
Does Your Business Need a Mobile Site, Mobile App or Something Inbetween?
Does your business need a mobile site, mobile app or something in between? We explore and assess each option to help you make the best decision.
Keeping Condor Ferries Website Afloat
How Cold Banana restructured Condor Ferries' website to enhance user experience, and support them in providing their customers with the best services.
Top 10 Features EVERY Website Should Have
Discover top 10 features every website should have to drive success. Learn to optimise websites for boosted engagement with Cold Banana's expert tips.
Happy 16th Birthday Umbraco
Take a trip down memory lane as we celebrate Umbraco's 16th birthday and reminisce on why the platform was made and everything that has happened since
Going The Journey With Moneybarn
Read about Cold Banana’s journey with Moneybarn, and the challenges, successes, and innovative solutions that drive growth in the finance sector.
The CMS Series: Sitecore
Need help deciding which CMS to choose? Discover Sitecore and its strengths & weaknesses in this handy series written by our expert developers.
Why Content Marketing Really is King.
Is content marketing worth it? Yes. Discover the reasons why content marketing is the backbone for good marketing and SEO in this blog by Cold Banana.
Umbraco Vs WordPress, Which CMS Comes Out On Top?
Learn about the differences between Umbraco and Wordpress, and discover which is the right platform to power your business' digital solution.
Releasing a New Digital Platform For Animal Adoption
Discover how we helped launch a brand new digital platform called Animates to simplify animal adoption through integrating data from various shelters.
31 Reasons Why You Should Choose Umbraco!
We understand finding a CMS that meets your website's needs is very important, which is why we have listed 31 reasons why you should choose Umbraco.
Is It Time For A Website Redesign
If you’re a business owner, we can take an educated guess that you already have a website. But, is it now time for a website redesign?
And The Winner Is...Cold Banana, Worlds Best Umbraco Cloud Solution
Cold Banana takes home top honours at this years Umbraco Awards for Best Cloud Solution with Imperial Brands.
What Is A CMS and Why Do I Need One?
Discover what a Content Management System is (CMS), how it works and why it's essential for managing and scaling your digital platform effectively.
Review of 2019
2019 was a big year for Cold Banana with a growing team and a new office. In this blog we share an insight into everything that happened.
Umbraco Cloud: What Is It And Is It For Me?
Umbraco Cloud is a managed website hosting service, which is built on Microsoft’s Azure an enterprise-grade cloud computing platform.
Cold Banana Growing Up Fast
Find out about Cold Banana and their move to a new office in Bournemouth, on the south coast of the UK. Learn about the history of the company.
Cold Banana's Chosen Charity for 2020
The Cold Banana staff have chosen a focus for our charitable efforts with a single charity that is close to our hearts, Wessex Cancer Trust.
Inspiring the developers of tomorrow BIMA Digital Day 2019
Ready to share their experience of the digital industry with Bishop of Winchester Academy students, Cold Banana attended BIMA Digital Day 2019.
What To Consider When Selecting A Development Partner
What are the most important factors when selecting a development partner? Cold Banana talk evaluating expertise, collaboration and project success.
Writing A Brief For A Developer
Cold Banana teaches you how to write a new website brief for a developer that covers everything from design ideas to security and performance.
Should I Outsource?
Cold Banana talks you through what you should consider when considering outsourcing your development.
The Benefits Of Working With An Umbraco Gold Partner
Cold Banana, a certified Umbraco Gold Partner, talks you through the benefits of working with a Gold Partner
Cost Of In-Sourcing
Cold Banana, a leading .NET agency, talks you through the true cost of insourcing project development so you can choose what's best for your business.
What's The Best Way To Outsource For You?
What's the best way to outsource for your business? Discover options for successful outsourcing, and learn expert tips and strategies from Cold Banana
Why Your Agency Should Partner With A .NET Specialist
Choosing a development partner can be intimidating with such a huge range of business and choice, so why do we recommend picking a specialist?
We're RAR rated!
We're RAR-rated! Find out what it means, why it’s important to us and how this reflects our commitment to client satisfaction & industry recognition.
Awards Season 2017
Discover the awards we won in 2017 for our work with Umbraco on a national brand. Learn how these awards are driving our ambitions in 2018.
The 2nd Dorset Umbraco Meetup
Cold Banana has been hosting Umbraco meetups on the South coast. Find out more about how our second meetup went and what our plans for the future are.
Niche Down and Partner Up, or go "Full Service"?
With a variety of agencies in the market, how do you stand out and become the best? You niche down and partner up! Learn more in this Cold Banana blog
Rock Awards 2017
Cold Banana had 2 of its team as finalists in this year's Rock Awards. We detail how they got on and if others see the potential we do in our team.
Talk With a Techie: Luke Fribbens
We hear from Founder and CEO of Cold Banana, Luke Fribbens, about his thoughts on the latest industry trends and what it takes to succeed in tech.
Making Scrum Work
Cold Banana talk you through some of their top tips for making scrums work through their years of experience.
10 Umbraco Things You Didn't Know
Cold Banana takes you through 10 of things that we have found people don't use in Umbraco CMS, but we believe should!
Talk with a Techie: Ollie Storey
In this blog of Talk With a Techie, we hear from rising star Ollie, about his career, favourite coding language & predictions for the future of tech.
Our First Year
Celebrate our first year! Discover how we grew as a digital agency, delivered innovative projects & built lasting client relationships in our journey.
