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AI-augmented software development for digital products, data-rich platforms & IoT
AI-augmented software development for digital products, data-rich platforms & IoT for mid-size & enterprise businesses. Visit www.merixstudio.com for more details on our skills, agile teams' capabilities, and engagement models...
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- Poznan, Poland
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Software Development Review from Szymon Królikowski
Merix Studio supported us with team augmentation to one of our projects. Both quality and pace of work was great, their responsiveness, transparency and willingness to help was beyond expectations. Thank you!
Web Design Review from Michal Wojewoda
Merixstudio is our exceptional UX/UI design partner, transformed our startup. We needed a UX/UI for a seamless transition from web to app. Exceptional communication, led by Kuba, their designer, ensured alignment with our vision. Their visually stunning, user-centric designs exceeded our expectations. Fast delivery and acurate designs helped us with the transition. We highly recommend Merix to startups seeking top-tier design services a true game-changer in UX/UI design.
Software Development Review from Yves Latour
We've chosen Merixstudio to raise our core product's UX and UI to the next level. Within a short time, we got an affordable, skilled and effective team off the ground. We've not been disappointed, so far! To this moment, each team member shows the expected professional skills and a high passion for their work and we are able to collaborate in a very agile and customer centric way. It's a pleasure to work with Merixstudio.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsAI-ready design systems, new products, and AI, built with your team.
Full-cycle product studio for the AI-native era, building design systems, AI products, and software with growth-stage and enterprise teams...
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- Green Bay, Wisconsin
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- Under 49
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- $150/hr
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- $25,000 - $50,000
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We Deliver Digital Success For Leading Global Brands
Kooba is Ireland's leading award-winning digital agency delivering high-performing digital platforms across Ireland, the UK and Europe. We design and build large-scale websites that balance UX clarity, accessibility and long-term maintainability...
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- Dublin, Ireland
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Did you design the new RTB website? If so it is as useless as the old one
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Top Hat
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Fully integrated branding, web, and ad agency.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and owner-led since 2013, were a creative back-boned agency that delivers world-class design and unparalleled technical excellence...
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- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- $200/hr
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- $25,000 - $50,000
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- 5 Projects Listed
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Josey Orr's Review Sourced from Google
Ben and the Tophat team were fantastic to work with. They built our website quickly, professionally, and made the entire process easy from start to finish. Communication was clear, the final product looks great, and we’re very happy with how everything turned out. Highly recommend.
Adam Kunes's Review Sourced from Google
I can’t say enough good things about Top Hat.In a world full of AI slop and cookie-cutter creative, these folks actually care. The team is insanely talented, thoughtful, and willing to go above and beyond to make the work great.I recommend them to everyone for design and development needs, and we’re beyond proud to showcase the websites they’ve helped bring to life.
James Ambrose's Review Sourced from Google
Top Hat was able to seamlessly establish a distinct identity that unequivocally reflects the mission of the company, its history and the vision of where its stakeholders aim to move in the future. By engaging in Top Hat’s full suite of services such as brand strategy, visualization, web design, and search engine optimization, our company is positioned for national growth and will succeed for many years to come. Top Hat’s team encouraged our stakeholders to think outside the status quo. Our robust new brand and website are proof the Top Hat team truly knows what it takes to execute a cohesive process from start to finish.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsDigital products. Done beautifully.
Wve Labs is a digital product company bringing strategy, design, and engineering together to create mobile apps, web platforms, and custom software. Since 2015, we have partnered with startups, growth companies, and global organizations to design, build, and scale digital products...
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- Costa Mesa, California
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- $50/hr
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- $25,000 - $50,000
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Brayden Yarbrough's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Wve Labs has been an outstanding experience. Their communication is exceptional—they keep me informed throughout every stage of the process and are always quick to answer questions and provide thoughtful feedback.The app design has exceeded my expectations, and they consistently stay on track with the timelines they set. What really sets Wve Labs apart is their ability to brainstorm and collaborate. They don't just build my app—they help refine my ideas, offer creative solutions, and provide valuable insights that continue to make the final product even better.It's clear that their team consists of true experts in digital product development. Whether it's strategy, design, or technical execution, they bring a level of professionalism, creativity, and expertise that's hard to find. I'm excited to continue working with them and highly recommend Wve Labs to anyone looking for a development partner that genuinely cares about the success of their project.Founder, GameDay Bites
delaney day's Review Sourced from Google
I have had the pleasure of working at Wve Labs for over a year now, and it has been an absolutely amazing experience. The leadership is dedicated to ensuring each employee’s success and is highly focused on the company’s growth. Being part of such a dynamic and diverse team with a fantastic client base makes me proud.The company offers numerous opportunities for professional development, and the collaborative atmosphere encourages innovation and creativity. Every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities, making the work both engaging and fulfilling.Additionally, Wve Labs prioritizes community involvement and social responsibility, frequently organizing events and initiatives that give back to society. This comprehensive approach not only enriches our corporate culture but also instills a sense of contributing to a larger cause.In conclusion, my time at Wve Labs has been extremely fulfilling, and I look forward to the future as we continue to grow and innovate together.
Jack Joyce's Review Sourced from Google
Working at Wve Labs has been an incredible experience, and I can't speak highly enough about the company's atmosphere and culture. From the moment I joined, I was welcomed into a collaborative and supportive environment where creativity and innovation are not just encouraged but celebrated.The culture at Wve Labs is one of inclusivity and respect. Every team member's ideas are valued, and there's a strong sense of camaraderie that makes coming to work each day a pleasure. The leadership team is approachable and genuinely cares about the growth and well-being of every employee, fostering a workplace where people feel motivated to do their best.Wve Labs truly excels in creating a positive and dynamic work environment. The office is buzzing with energy, driven by passionate individuals who are dedicated to delivering top-notch results. The company also offers numerous opportunities for professional development, which has allowed me to expand my skill set and grow in my career.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsUnleash Your Digital Growth
We design and scale high-performing digital platforms from agile startup launches to complex enterprise systems delivering measurable growth and a lasting competitive edge...
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- London, United Kingdom
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- Under 49
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- $200/hr
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- $25,000 - $50,000
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- 6 Projects Listed
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Alessia and Liam and the team are some of the hardest working and pleasant people I've had the chance to work with. They've supported my business over the years with digital strategy and visual direction and it's made a world of difference.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsWe unify brand, people, and purpose.
PS&Co helps organizations find clarity, purpose, and unity, managing change and growth at key inflection points. Its not just how you look in this world. Its how you think, how you communicate, and how you show up, again and again...
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- Vancouver, Canada
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The Right Software Can Change Everything
Atomic Object is a top-rated custom software design and development consultancy. Our co-located, U.S.-based team works with executives to improve their bottom line by delivering new products, enhancing existing products, modernizing legacy products, and integrating AI into their software systems...
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- Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Consumer IoT Review from Mason Ferlic
GripFusion is a sports technology startup developing Tactile Intelligence. Our flagship product, the ForceBall, is the first grip-sensing baseball. We approached Atomic Object with the challenge to build a React Native iPad app to connect with the embedded electronics over BLE and visualize sensor data in real time. Atomic stepped up to the plate and hit a home run! They took early R&D code and we're able to successfully navigate IoT challenges, large amounts of sensor data, and seamless UX. The developer team worked closely with our technical staff to incorporate evolving firmware and hardware improvements. The design team did hundreds of hours of user discovery and product feedback to ensure we deliver a cutting-edge experience. Overall, Atomic has the breadth and depth to tackle complex hardware-software systems.
Daniel Schoonmaker's Review Sourced from Google
Atomic Object is one of the best companies across the board in Michigan. Fantastic maker of custom-software solution and a model of organizational thought leadership. I've been working with the company in some capacity for nearly 20 years and learn something new in every interaction I've ever had.More than that, they are a value-centered organization that you will be proud to partner with. They've built this company the right way. An impactful community leader and employer of choice.
Rik Cordero's Review Sourced from Google
As a freelance Video Producer, I recently wrapped up another fun project with the folks over at Atomic Object, and I've gotta say, it was an experience worth mentioning. Collaborating with their marketing team on a series of authentic and engaging customer-facing and internal videos was nothing short of fantastic. Their seamless planning and logistics during pre-production, coupled with easy going personalities during production, made the process a breeze. Post-production brought our collective vision to life with meticulous story editing and videos that reflect their unique culture and values. Their team's dedication to kindness, empathy, and diversity made this collaboration not just successful, but truly enjoyable.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBeautifully Crafted Websites and Digital Solutions.
Blennd is an award-winning digital marketing and web design agency based in Denver, Colorado. We partner with ambitious businesses to deliver strategy, web design, web development and digital marketing that connects and converts...
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Blennd is a great company! Their team is professional, responsive, and friendly. I highly recommend Blennd to anyone looking for a reliable and talented web design and branding team
Suzy Broz's Review Sourced from Google
Blennd did a fantastic job refreshing my organization's website to reflect an updated mission and strategy. The team was great to work with and we were very happy with the design and development of the our finished website. Highly recommend!
ART Marketing Team's Review Sourced from Google
Project manager was extremely responsive and easy to communicate with. The site was designed beautifully and has met all of our expectations!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsDemystifying Creative
Funkhaus is an independent, leadership-led Los Angeles digital agency that brings strategy, content, design, and technology together to build distinctive brands and digital platforms...
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- Los Angeles, California
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- $300/hr
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- $25,000 - $50,000
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- 4 Projects Listed
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We Create Products And Services People Depend On.
Conduct is a human-centred, design-led technology company based in Melbourne. We're specialists in UX, UI, CX, service design, custom application development and systems integration. We design and build mobile apps, web applications, enterprise platforms and custom software for government and enterprise...
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- East Melbourne, Australia
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- $25,000 - $50,000
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Nicole Webster's Review Sourced from Google
I recently had my website and brand rebuilt by Sam and I couldn’t be happier. He was so easy to work with and unbelievably quick. Every question I had was answered with patience and clarity, and he explained everything in a way that actually made sense. The whole process felt seamless and supported. I’m thrilled with the final result and highly recommend working with him.
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Calgary studio for AI strategy and training, branding and graphic design, websites, and custom software. Offices in Calgary and Vancouver...
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- Calgary, Canada
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Working with Paper Crane is a joy. From our first meeting to project wrap they delivered high quality, creative work that we wouldn't have been able to produce in house. They truly felt like an extension of our team, bringing humor, a diligent work ethic and inspired campaign designs. I wouldn't hesitate to hire them and sincerely hope we have an opportunity to work together again in the future.
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We love working with Robert and the team at PaperCrane. I appreciate the quality, professionalism, creativity and value that PC provides. I also love working with Tara and Emily on the project coordination and design, both are exceptional in their roles. If you appreciate a partner who provides care and attention that a boutique firm provides, you cannot go wrong with PaperCrane
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We recently wrapped up a large website project with Paper Crane, and I cannot say enough good things about this team. They are so wonderful to work with, detail oriented, helpful, and of course their team's expertise is unmatched. Would recommend them to anyone considering working with them :)
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsDeveloper-led AI, websites, and apps built right
A developer-led Charlottesville agency engineering custom AI agents, websites, and apps - right the first time. Trusted by brands you've heard of and by developers everywhere: our open-source tools see 2M+ downloads every week...
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Headless CMS Agency
How do headless CMS companies help your business?
Headless CMS agencies help you design and implement a content platform and delivery stack that lets teams ship digital experiences faster, scale across channels, and integrate cleanly with your existing systems.
Faster iteration cycles and reduced downtime
By decoupling the content platform from the front end, content teams can publish while developers ship front-end improvements on independent release cycles. In return, 69% of users report faster time-to-market and higher productivity.
Better user experiences
With 98% of mobile app users expecting consistent UX and a 123% bounce rate for slow-loading mobile sites, headless CMS companies can help you deliver unified yet personalized user experiences. They achieve this by reusing structured content across touchpoints while maintaining centralized governance.
In fact, businesses switching to headless CMS report having 15% better UX and 14% improved performance.
Stronger conversions and ROI
With more localized and personalized user experiences, businesses are reporting higher conversion rates and ROI with their headless CMS systems. According to Gitnux, headless commerce adopters experience:
- 22% year-one-year revenue growth vs. 12% for non-headless CMS stores
- 45% increase in customer retention after adopting a headless CMS
- 320% ROI in 18 months
Moreover, IDC research found that omnichannel buyers spend 15%-20% more than those purchasing on a single channel.
How much do their services cost?
The cost to build a digital solution with headless CMS architecture can range between $8,000 to over $500,000. The final billing will depend on scope, integrations, migration effort, number of channels, and build complexity.
Here are the hourly rates of headless CMS developers per region:
- North America (United States and Canada): $120-$180 per hour
- Western Europe: $90-$140 per hour
- Eastern Europe: $40-$70 per hour
- Latin America: $35-$70 per hour
- Asia: $25-$60 per hour
Based on these hourly rates, here are the approximate costs of each headless CMS project:
- Content migration starts at $2,000-$10,000, depending on data volume and complexity.
- Small builds using a static site generator can start at $8,000-$25,000.
- Standard marketing and business sites that are dynamic, have basic analytics, and simple integration requirements can cost $20,000-$80,000.
- Mid-size platforms can cost $50,000-$150,000 for a scalable headless CMS, advanced integrations, and custom APIs.
- Web apps start at $40,000 for basic functions but go beyond $80,000-$150,000 for more complex requirements.
- Headless commerce stores start at $30,000-$60,000 for small businesses and startups, but can reach over $500,000 a global content delivery system.
- Enterprise builds often start at $100,000, depending on integration requirements, security and compliance controls, and data structures.
How long does it take to build a headless CMS project?
A headless CMS project can take 10-12 weeks for a small-scale project, like a multi-channel marketing website. However, more complex builds can take 12-20+ weeks, and enterprise replatforms can run 4-9 months.
The actual project timeline will depend on your project's complexity, core features and functions, integration and compliance requirements, and feedback loops. Here is an estimated timeline breakdown:
| Discovery and planning (2-4 weeks) | Stakeholder workshops to define business objectives, audiences, performance indicators, governance, and technical requirements. |
| Designing and prototyping (3-5 weeks) | Crafting the wireframes, architecture, design systems, and key components. |
| Content migration (2-10+ weeks, often in parallel with development) | Audit and migration plan, content cleanup, mapping, redirecting SEO, and validation. |
| Development and integration (4-8 weeks) | Content modeling, roles/permissions, environments, front-end build, and integrations (e.g., CRM and data analytics tools). |
| Testing and quality assurance (2-3 weeks) | Testing the website's performance, usability, accessibility, security, and reliability. |
| Launch (1-2 weeks) | Deploying the website to a live site and monitoring it for potential issues, so it can be resolved quickly. |
How do you choose the best headless CMS agency for your business?
Consider these steps when choosing a headless CMS company for your business:
- Define your project scope and goals, performance targets, key features, channels, and compliance and security requirements.
- Shortlist headless CMS companies with proven experience in your project type, technical stack, and industry by examining their case studies and looking for measurable business results.
- Analyze customer reviews and testimonies to assess communication, project management, on-time delivery, and how they handle changes and issues.
- Issue a request for proposal and compare them based on scope, assumptions, deliverables, team composition, and total cost of ownership.
- Interview the team working on your project to ask about process, quality assurance, compliance and security controls, ownership, and post-launch services.
- Choose a headless CMS agency that is strategic, transparent, responsive, and clearly understands your constraints, success metrics, and tech environment.
What questions should you ask before hiring?
Ask these questions before hiring a headless CMS agency to verify that it has the right skills and experience to execute your project:
Relevant Background
- What headless CMS platforms and architectures do you specialize in?
- Can you share past headless CMS projects similar to our scope, integration, and migration requirements? What were the results?
- What is your experience in our industry, and can you provide 3 client references we can contact?
Services and Processes
- Can you walk us through your end-to-end process, from discovery to launch and iteration?
- How do you ensure security, scalability, and accessibility in your design and development process?
- How do you handle quality across devices and channels?
- What are your post-launch services? Will you provide ongoing maintenance and iteration support?
Related to Your Project
- How will you design the content model, workflows, and permissions for our teams (marketing, legal, regional teams)?
- How will the headless CMS solution integrate with my existing technologies?
- Will you provide training to my employees so we can update and manage the platform independently?
- What do we own after launch (code repos, cloud accounts, documentation, CI/CD), and how do handoffs work?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Headless CMS Companies
What are the typical services provided by headless CMS developers?
Headless CMS companies plan, implement, and operate a headless content management system (CMS), so teams can efficiently publish content across websites, apps, and other digital channels. Typical headless CMS development services include:
- Headless CMS consulting and strategy: Advising businesses on the best headless CMS vendor and architecture or optimizing current platforms to meet their goals.
- Platform migration: Moving content and assets from legacy systems while preserving data integrity, security, and SEO with minimal downtime.
- Custom headless CMS development: Building the content models, automations, and user roles as well as the front and back end to ensure easy maintainability and reliable performance.
- API and plugin development: Integrating the headless CMS platform with third-party systems, such as payment gateways, CRMs, ERPs, and marketing automation tools.
- Ongoing maintenance and support: Continuously monitoring the platform's performance, resolving issues, installing security patches and updates, and managing infrastructure.
What is the difference between headless CMS and traditional CMS?
A headless CMS separates the content management backend from the frontend experiences. As such, content is delivered via APIs to any channel (websites, mobile apps, and IoT devices), so teams can reuse the same content across multiple experiences.
On the other hand, a traditional CMS has a unified back- and front-end (monolithic), meaning that there is a single interface that often comes in the form of a website. It can still power multiple channels, but doing so requires extensive tooling and customization.
Here are more details on their differences:
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What are the most common headless CMS platforms?
Based on our research, here are some of the most common headless CMS platforms that developers use:
- WordPress: While it is a traditional CMS, it can be converted into a headless platform when paired with a modern JavaScript framework. Use this platform if you already have an existing WordPress-based site and want to migrate to a headless one.
- Strapi: An open-source, self-hosted headless CMS, enabling teams to have higher control over their data and infrastructure while being able to customize plugins, APIs, and workflows. Choose Strapi if you want to keep your data within your servers, and data sovereignty is non-negotiable.
- Contentful: A digital experience platform (DXP) with an API-first architecture and an extensive library of pre-built integrations. This platform is common for enterprises with complex needs and legacy tools.
- Sanity: Known for its collaboration features and flexible content management, Sanity is ideal for businesses that prioritize agility through controlled yet automated workflows.
While these are the most common platforms, reputable headless CMS companies will recommend a tech stack that best matches your goals, technical requirements, existing systems, operating models, team capabilities, and target audiences.
What companies benefit the most from headless CMS?
Many organizations benefit the most from a headless CMS when they need to publish content to multiple digital channels, scale across regions, or build custom experiences without being constrained by a single website template system. Common scenarios include:
- eCommerce and retail with multiple customer touchpoints (web, app, in-store screens) and heavy integrations (PIM, inventory, CRM, marketing automation), where teams want faster experimentation and performance.
- Brands running omnichannel campaigns (web + mobile + social + email + in-product) that need to reuse content consistently across channels.
- Product-led or platform businesses building multiple front ends (customer portals, apps, partner dashboards) that require developer flexibility and frequent releases.
- Global enterprises managing multiple markets, languages, and brands—where content governance, localization workflows, and reusable components are essential.
When should a company NOT use headless CMS frameworks?
A headless CMS may not be the best fit if:
- You need to launch quickly on a tight budget, and a template-based website will meet your goals.
- Your site is simple (e.g., a landing page or small brochure site), and you do not need multiple channels, complex integrations, or frequent changes.
- You do not have ongoing development capacity (in-house or via a retainer) to maintain the front end, integrations, and updates.
- Your team depends on visual page-building and WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) editing and you are not prepared to invest in a headless setup that delivers an equivalent editorial experience.
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