Ioana Dragomir
Marketing Team
Ioana covers web infrastructure, hosting, and development technologies for the GRADAX blog. With a background in systems engineering and technical writing, she translates complex architecture decisions into practical guides for business owners and developers.
Articles by Ioana (19)
Building Scalable Cloud Infrastructure for Growing Businesses
How we designed our cloud platform to handle 10x traffic spikes. A deep dive into auto-scaling, load balancing, and cost optimization.
UpdateManaged WordPress v2: Staging, Cloning & WP-CLI
Managed WordPress v2 adds staging environments with one-click push-to-live, instant site cloning, and full WP-CLI access via SSH.
Why We Chose Next.js for All Client Projects in 2026
After years of building with WordPress, Laravel, and custom stacks, we standardized on Next.js. Here's why — and what we learned during the transition.
WordPress vs Custom Website: Which Is Right for Your Business?
The WordPress-vs-custom debate is about which fits your specific needs, budget, and growth plans. We break down the real trade-offs.
Mobile App vs Mobile Website: What Small Businesses Actually Need
Most small businesses don't need a native app. Here's an honest comparison of mobile apps, responsive websites, and progressive web apps to help you decide.
Progressive Web Apps: The Best of Both Websites and Mobile Apps
PWAs combine the reach of websites with the experience of native apps. Here's when a progressive web app is the right choice for your business.
E-Commerce Platform Comparison: Shopify vs WooCommerce vs Custom
Shopify, WooCommerce, or a custom build? We compare the three most popular e-commerce approaches across cost, features, scalability, and total ownership.
Shared Hosting vs Cloud Servers vs Dedicated: Which Do You Need?
Choosing the wrong hosting type costs you either money or performance. Here's a clear comparison to help you pick the right tier for your business.
Website Security Checklist: 20 Things to Check Right Now
Most website breaches exploit basic vulnerabilities. This checklist covers the 20 security items every business website should have in place today.
How to Migrate Your Website Without Losing SEO Rankings
Website migrations are SEO minefields. Here's the exact process we use to migrate sites while preserving — and often improving — search rankings.
Why Your Website Is Slow (And How to Fix It Today)
A slow website loses visitors, hurts SEO, and kills conversions. Here are the most common speed killers and how to fix them right now.
Business Email Hosting: Why Gmail Isn't Enough Anymore
Using a free Gmail address for business looks unprofessional and misses critical features. Here's why professional email hosting matters.
Managed WordPress Hosting vs DIY: Hidden Costs
DIY WordPress hosting looks cheaper on paper. When you add up the real costs of time, security, and risk, managed hosting often wins.
Cloud Server Sizing Guide: How Much CPU, RAM, and Storage?
Over-provisioning wastes money. Under-provisioning crashes your site. Here's how to right-size your cloud server for your actual workload.
Website Backup Strategy: The 3-2-1 Rule and Why It Matters
The question isn't whether you'll need your backups — it's when. Here's how the 3-2-1 backup rule protects your business from data loss.
SSL Certificates Explained: Types, Costs, and Why You Need One
SSL certificates encrypt data and build trust. Here's a clear explanation of the different types, what they cost, and which one your site needs.
DDoS Protection for Small Businesses: What You Need to Know
DDoS attacks aren't just for big companies. Small business websites are increasingly targeted. Here's how to protect yours without enterprise budgets.
SaaS Startup Website: From MVP Landing Page to Scale
Your SaaS website needs to evolve with your product. Here's what to build at each stage from pre-launch MVP to growth-stage scale.
Manufacturing and Logistics: B2B Website Best Practices
B2B websites for manufacturers need to communicate capability, build trust, and generate qualified leads. Here's how to build one that performs.