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Vanilla Vault

Practical, research-led thinking on website-led growth, AI integrations and analytics for SMEs.

Inside the Vault

What you'll find here

Web Design

Design principles, UX, UI, accessibility, conversion and modern website development.

AI

AI tools, automation, AI agents, practical business applications and emerging technology.

SEO & AEO

Search visibility, technical SEO, content strategy and optimisation for AI-powered search.

Digital Growth

Lead generation, conversion, analytics, customer journeys and digital strategy.

Analytics

Web analytics, measurement, reporting and using data to inform better decisions.

Consultancy

Strategic advice, digital audits and practical guidance to help your business grow online.

How a High-Performing Website Drives Business Growth

A website is the most reliable growth lever an SME owns — when it's designed, built and maintained as an ongoing asset rather than a one-off project.

AI8 October 2026

AI Chatbots and Voice Agents: How Businesses Can Automate Customer Enquiries

AI chat and voice tools have moved from novelty to genuinely useful business infrastructure. Here's an honest look at what they can — and can't — do for SMEs.

Analytics8 October 2026

Google Analytics 4 for Small Businesses: Measure What Matters

GA4 can feel opaque at first — but used well, it tells you which pages, sources and content actually contribute to enquiries, bookings and sales.