For almost two decades, the goal was to reach the top of Google. The rules have changed, and most brands are still playing the old game.

When a website is slow, the first instinct is to look at what's right in front of us: heavy images, too much JavaScript, fonts that take a while to appear... but there's a part of the story that almost always gets left out — the part that happens on the server, even before the browser draws anything at all.

There is only one way to close the year on the Softway blog: by writing about what has truly transformed the way we create, think, and deliver value every day. The topic that has had the greatest impact on our work shaped our internal discussions, influenced proposals, and redefined expectations - both ours and those of our clients.

When it comes to search engine optimisation (SEO), one question often sparks debate: what matters more – Technical SEO or Content SEO?

“Content is king.” We’ve heard it so often it almost feels cliché. But in 2025, with AI-generated articles flooding the internet, SEO strategies obsessively chasing keywords, and countless blogs regurgitating the same tips, trends, and “10-step guides,” the question arises: if content is king, why does it all sound the same?

In a world saturated with notifications, social media, and intrusive advertising, email marketing remains one of the most effective channels for communicating with the right audience. Far from being outdated, it continues to generate concrete results. But how can we prove this relevance? And, more importantly, how do we turn these numbers into strategy? Let’s get to it!

If you're concerned about the performance of your website, you've probably heard about WebP, an image format that is gaining more and more prominence on the web. But what is WebP, why was it created, and how can it improve your site's performance? 

The client always comes first! Valuing the client means, above all, knowing how to listen, understanding their needs and designing a solution that meets their objectives.

That online presence is a relevant factor for the success of any brand is indisputable. The question that sparks heated discussions in strategy, communication, and marketing teams is: "Where to invest more: in the website or in social media?"

Each approach has its advantages and disadvantages, and understanding the peculiarities of different channels is essential to balance investment with an effective digital strategy.