How Filmtools Increased Conversions with a Faster, Optimized Store
Filmtools partnered with Klizer to overcome major performance and compatibility issues on their Magento store. By upgrading to the latest Magento version, optimizing site performance, fixing extension conflicts, and enhancing search with Elasticsearch, Klizer helped Filmtools deliver a faster, more reliable ecommerce experience for filmmakers worldwide.
Magento 2 Upgrade for Speed & Scalability
Custom ERP Integration with Epicor P21
UX-Focused Website Design & Navigation
SEO & Marketing Optimization to Boost Traffic
Legacy Magento Setup Needed Performance Optimization
Filmtools’ Magento storefront was weighed down by old patches, heavy third-party themes, and broken extensions that slowed performance and complicated operations.
- Outdated Magento version created gaps in security and updates.
- Third-party theme dragged down PLP/PDP load times.
- Incompatible extensions caused cart and checkout failures.
- Poorly configured Elasticsearch made product discovery unreliable.
- Weak navigation frustrated users and led to higher bounce.
Optimizing the Filmtools Shopping Experience
Klizer’s Magento and ecommerce development experts rebuilt Filmtools’ storefront for speed, stability, and conversions.
Theme Optimization
Replaced a bulky third-party theme with Magento’s lightweight Luma framework, replicating the design without slowing down performance
Magento Upgrade & Security
Upgraded Filmtools to Magento 2.3.x with the latest security patches and stability updates.
Module Compatibility
Updated third-party extensions to ensure full compatibility with Magento Commerce Cloud.
Search & UX Enhancements
Configured Elasticsearch for faster, accurate search and optimized navigation with a sleek Mega Menu and Sticky Header.
Solution We Offered
Breaking Down the Magento Upgrade and Optimization Process
Discovery & Planning
- Flagged performance bottlenecks
- Identified theme, module, and search fixes.
- Checked Magento stack readiness.
Design & Development
- Upgraded to Magento 2.3.x.
- Replaced theme with optimized Luma.
- Updated incompatible modules.
- Configured Elasticsearch.
Testing & Optimization
- Validated page load speed.
- Tested search accuracy.
- Streamlined workflows for faster maintenance.
Deployment & Enablement
- Deployed with zero downtime.
- Enabled real-time monitoring.
- Reduced database load.
Results that Speak Volumes
Magento upgrade and optimization delivered measurable ecommerce improvements for Filmtools.
Higher conversion rates
Page loads
Reduced database load
Smoother navigation and faster search
Ready to Optimize Your Magento Store?
Let Klizer help you achieve what Filmtools did: faster performance, higher conversions, and a stable, scalable Magento storefront.
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