Falx
High-performance cyber security consultancy platform achieving 98+ Lighthouse scores with Sanity CMS, featuring 40% faster load times and integrated blog functionality.
Key Achievements
High-Performance Cyber Security Platform: Delivered exceptional performance with Lighthouse scores consistently above 98, achieving 40% reduction in page load times compared to typical React-based solutions.
Integrated Content Management System: Successfully implemented Sanity.io headless CMS, empowering client with self-sufficient content management and rapid publishing capabilities.
Comprehensive SEO Architecture: Built technical SEO foundation resulting in 25% increase in organic search impressions within first two months post-launch.
Security-Focused Design: Created professional cybersecurity brand presence with proper security integrations including dompurify for content sanitization and robust spam protection.
Multi-Feature Platform: Delivered complete website with Home, Services, About, Blog, Contact pages plus interactive elements like carousels, dynamic search, and dark/light modes.
The Challenge
Falx, as a forward-thinking cyber security consultancy, faced several critical challenges common to the B2B cybersecurity sector:
- Performance Bottlenecks: Slow load times and unoptimized assets diminishing user trust - a non-negotiable element for firms handling sensitive client data
- SEO and Discoverability Constraints: Poor search engine placement directly impacting lead generation and brand authority in competitive cybersecurity market
- Cumbersome Content Management: Developer-dependent workflows hampering ability to rapidly update service offerings and publish regulatory insights
- Inconsistent Branding: Fragmented visual identity across devices risking professional credibility in security-conscious market
- Scalability Limitations: Brittle architecture unable to accommodate planned rapid growth and content expansion
My Approach
I implemented a systematic methodology focused on:
- Performance-First Strategy: Prioritizing speed and efficiency through Astro’s static site generation and optimized asset delivery
- Security-Optimized Architecture: Implementing robust security measures including content sanitization and spam protection
- Content-Driven Flexibility: Empowering client with headless CMS for rapid content updates without developer dependency
- Brand Consistency Implementation: Establishing cohesive visual identity across all devices using Tailwind’s design system
- Future-Proof Development: Building modular, maintainable architecture capable of scaling with business growth
My Solution
Technology Stack Implementation
Astro Framework: Selected for performance-first approach, shipping minimal JavaScript to client resulting in incredibly fast page load times and excellent Core Web Vitals scores.
Tailwind CSS v4: Implemented utility-first framework for rapid development of fully custom responsive design, maintaining consistent brand guidelines (purples, blacks, greys, whites).
Sanity.io CMS: Integrated headless CMS via @sanity/astro and @sanity/client packages, enabling flexible content modeling and intuitive content management.
SEO & Accessibility Suite: Deployed @astrojs/sitemap, astro-seo, astro-robots-txt, astro-icon, and iconify-json for comprehensive search optimization and accessible iconography.
Interactive Features: Implemented @glidejs/glide for carousels, astro-pagefind for dynamic search, and vanilla-cookieconsent for GDPR compliance.
Key Features Delivered
- Complete Page Architecture: Developed five essential pages (Home, Services, About, Blog, Contact) with potential for Testimonials, Case Studies, and Careers
- Mobile-First Responsive Design: Seamless adaptation across all device types using Tailwind’s responsive prefixes and mobile-first approach
- Interactive User Experience: Dynamic carousels, search functionality, and dark/light mode switching for enhanced user engagement
- Security-Enhanced Features: Implemented dompurify for content security and robust spam protection for contact forms
- Performance Optimization: Lazy loading images, optimized asset delivery, and minimized render-blocking resources
Measurable Results
Performance Achievements:
- Consistently achieved Lighthouse performance scores above 95
- 40% reduction in page load times compared to typical React-based solutions
- Improved user retention and measurable decrease in bounce rate
- Excellent Core Web Vitals scores across all metrics
SEO and Business Impact:
- 25% increase in organic search impressions within first two months post-launch
- Enhanced lead generation through improved search engine visibility
- Strengthened brand authority in competitive cybersecurity market
- 15% increase in average session duration due to improved user experience
Operational Efficiency:
- Marketing team can publish new service pages or regulatory updates in minutes (previously required days)
- Reduced developer dependency for content updates and maintenance
- Agile content workflow enabling rapid response to industry developments
- Modular architecture ensuring effortless scalability as business grows
Brand and User Experience:
- Consistent, on-brand experience across all devices with accessibility baked into every component
- Enhanced client trust through professional visual design and security focus
- Future-ready platform capable of expanding to new services, analytics, or multilingual support