Wordfast

Drupal upgradation for the ‘Wordfast’ website to enhance theme design and improve payment workflows

Reach : USA

Time Frame : 7 months

Deliverables:

Migration from Drupal 6 to Drupal 10
Sandbox theme implementation
Custom pay link development
Third-party API integration
Secure payment gateway integration (PayPal, Stripe)

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Overview

Wordfast, a global leader in translation memory software, needed to upgrade its website from Drupal 6 to Drupal 10 to enhance security, performance, and user experience. The upgrade included integrating a third-party API to improve e-commerce features like product catalogs, shopping carts, and checkout processes. We also integrated a premium sandbox theme and developed a custom pay link feature that pre-fills customer information and includes expiration dates for added security.

The site is now mobile-friendly, faster, and more scalable, providing a secure and efficient platform for Wordfast’s evolving needs.

About Wordfast

Founded in 1999 by Yves Champollion, Wordfast is a global leader in translation memory software, offering solutions like Wordfast Anywhere, Wordfast Classic, Wordfast Pro, and Wordfast Server. The company caters to individual translators, language service providers, corporations, and educational institutions worldwide. They focus on reducing translation time and costs, enhancing efficiency and accuracy for users.

Known for innovation and customer satisfaction, it has become the second most widely used translation memory software globally. Through continuous improvements and a customer-driven approach, Wordfast has built a strong reputation in the translation industry.

Project Goal

The main goal of the project was to upgrade Wordfast’s website from Drupal 6 to Drupal 10. This upgrade was essential to improve security, speed, and overall performance. With newer technology, we ensured the website would function better, be easier to manage, and be ready for future growth.

A key objective was to enhance the shopping experience for customers purchasing Wordfast's software. We focused on making the product catalog easier to browse, the shopping cart more user-friendly, and the checkout process faster and more secure. To achieve this, we integrated the Drupal Commerce module to streamline e-commerce features efficiently. We also added secure payment gateways like PayPal and Stripe to ensure safe transactions.

Another important goal was to develop a custom pay link feature, allowing users to complete payments quickly with pre-filled details. Ultimately, the project aimed to create a modern, secure, and user-friendly website that supports Wordfast’s current and future needs.

The Challenge

A major challenge was migrating data from Drupal 6 to Drupal 10 while ensuring all custom features worked as expected. We needed to update outdated modules and custom tools that wouldn’t be compatible with the new system. Ensuring seamless functionality for e-commerce features, including the payment process, required careful planning. The integration of a third-party API added complexity, especially with the custom pay link feature. Thorough testing was required to maintain the integrity of the website throughout the migration.

Our Approach & Solution

Initial Assessment

We started by looking closely at the old Wordfast website to understand what needed updating. This included identifying old features, outdated modules, and custom tools that wouldn’t work with the new system (Drupal 10). This helped us plan what needed to be changed to make sure everything would run smoothly after the upgrade.

Overall Collaboration and Experience

Our collaboration with the Wordfast team was smooth and productive. From the start, we prioritized clear communication and regular updates to keep both teams aligned on the project’s goals. Progress meetings were essential for gathering feedback and addressing challenges promptly.

We worked closely with the Wordfast team to ensure the new design aligned with their branding and business needs. Regular testing and feedback helped us ensure compatibility and smooth functionality, making the entire upgrade process more manageable.

Despite complexities, the strong teamwork and proactive communication resulted in a successful website upgrade, leading to an improved user experience and greater operational efficiency.

The End Result

The migration to Drupal 10 has modernized the website, making it faster, more secure, and easier to manage.

The new Sandbox theme ensures seamless performance on both mobile and desktop devices. Updated product pages simplify shopping, allowing customers to browse, add items to their cart, and complete secure payments with ease. The key outcomes involved: