ZEP’s Shopify Transformation: Speed, Design, and Conversion Optimization
Overview
ZEP, a leading innovator, producer, and distributor of maintenance and cleaning solutions for retail, food & beverage, industrial & institutional, and vehicle care customers, partnered with Techtic to revamp its Shopify website. We aimed to optimize performance, enhance user experience, and drive sales. Leveraging our expertise in web development, we collaborated closely with ZEP to create a more efficient, user-friendly, and visually compelling online store.
Technologies Stack
Industry
Digital Products, Retail
Tools & Technologies
Shopify, Figma
Services
Development, Design, Email Automation
Problem
ZEP faced several challenges during its website revamp. Their extensive product catalog and diverse content required meticulous organization to ensure a seamless user experience. The custom Shopify theme demanded careful integration of new design elements without disrupting existing functionality. Adapting the website for optimal performance across various devices was crucial, given the significant mobile traffic. Additionally, preserving the website’s existing SEO equity was essential to maintain its hard-earned search engine visibility during the redesign.
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Klaviyo Integration
We integrated Klaviyo flows to manage customer relationships, recover abandoned carts, and enhance retention through personalized, timely communications.
02.
Redesign User Interface
We crafted a visually engaging and user-friendly design with intuitive navigation, high-quality product images, and a streamlined checkout process to improve overall user interaction and satisfaction.
03.
Enhance Navigation
The website’s navigation was restructured with a prominent search bar and clear category menus, making it easier for customers to find products and reducing bounce rates.
04.
Optimized Content
We refined product descriptions, category pages, and blog posts to be more informative and engaging, incorporating relevant keywords to boost SEO and attract more organic traffic.
05.
Accelerated Website Performance
We enhanced site speed through advanced caching, optimized image compression, and streamlined server settings, resulting in faster page load times and a smoother browsing experience.
Challenge
Revamping ZEP’s website presented several challenges, including organizing a large product catalog and diverse content to ensure a seamless user experience. The custom Shopify theme required careful integration of new design elements without disrupting existing functionality. Additionally, adapting the website for optimal performance across various devices was crucial, given the mobile-centric audience. Maintaining the website’s existing SEO equity during the redesign was also essential to preserve its search engine visibility.
Outcome
To address ZEP’s challenges, we implemented a comprehensive strategy that included meticulous planning and tailored solutions for their Shopify platform. Our approach involved integrating a responsive design framework to ensure seamless performance across all devices and adhering to SEO best practices to preserve and enhance search engine rankings. By carefully customizing the website and optimizing its performance, we successfully transformed ZEP’s online presence while overcoming the complexities of its extensive product catalog and maintaining mobile responsiveness.
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