Websites & Software
Website & Web App Development for Complex Digital Platforms
For organisations planning a new website, web app, intranet or connected platform that needs to be stable, scalable and easy to improve over time.
Build the Platform Your Team Needs Next
Make Do designs and builds WordPress websites, web applications, intranets and connected digital platforms for teams that need more than a basic website.
Whether you are planning a new build, replacing an outdated site, connecting systems or modernising a business process, we help shape the brief, define the right technical route and deliver a platform that can keep improving after launch.
Our work combines WordPress expertise, custom development, integrations, UX thinking and long-term support, so your platform is not just launched, it is built to be managed, extended and improved.
A Technical Partner for Build, Launch and Long-Term Improvement
A successful website or web app is not just about getting something live. It needs the right foundations, clear scope, maintainable code, strong user experience and a support model that keeps it useful after launch.
We bring together strategy, design, WordPress development, custom engineering and support, so your project can move from idea to launch without becoming disconnected from the long-term needs of your organisation.
Our approach blends:
- WordPress Expertise
We use WordPress as a flexible, open-source foundation for websites, platforms, intranets and content-managed systems. - Modern Development
We use modern front-end and engineering practices where they add value, including React, JavaScript and standards-led development.
- Clear Delivery Options
We can work to a defined scope and fixed price, or use Flexible Package hours for phased, evolving or collaborative builds. - Long-Term Partnership
We do not just launch and leave. We can support hosting, maintenance, improvements, new features and ongoing platform development.
Not sure whether you need a rebuild?
If your current WordPress site is slow, fragile, difficult to update or hard to improve, start with the WordPress 5-Day Reliability Sprint before committing to a full rebuild.
We will review the current setup, identify the biggest risks and help you decide whether to stabilise, improve, migrate or rebuild.
What We Make
It is not just about websites or WordPress. It is about delivering systems and tools that support your organisation, customers and internal teams.
Custom WordPress Websites
Full bespoke design and build or a collaboration process where you supply the designs and we bring them to life.
Modern WordPress Block editing and Full Site Editing (FSE) builds for rapid deployment.
Scalable delivery for focused business websites through to large enterprise platforms.
Custom Web Applications & Tools
CRM and customer management systems.
Complex user registration and membership platforms.
Marketing automation tools, lead generation systems, and integrations.
Integrated with your existing tools and systems or built fully bespoke from the ground up.
Intranet & Internal Platforms
Streamline communication, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across your organisation
Role-based access controls and secure document and resource management systems.
Made to be scalable, maintainable, and fully aligned with your existing systems.
Fixed Price Delivery = Clear Scope
Ideal when your project has well-defined goals, requirements, and timelines. We agree on a fixed cost upfront, then deliver to plan with:
We’ll match your requirements to a clear project plan, breaking them down into milestones and deliverables.
Modern, standards-led development using React, JavaScript, and WCAG-compliant practices.
Clean, maintainable code that’s built to last.
Peer-reviewed QA to ensure quality from day one.
Transparent budgets and clearly defined timelines.
Flexible Hours + Collaborative Build
Perfect for evolving projects, phased delivery, or when priorities may change during development. We work on an agreed number of hours (Flexible Package based), giving you:
The freedom to adapt scope as needs evolve.
Ongoing collaboration with regular progress updates.
Agile, iterative delivery so features can be tested and refined quickly.
A long-term partner for continuous improvement beyond launch.
Our preferred approach for larger or evolving projects where priorities may change as the work develops.
Not sure which route to take?
Perhaps you have a draft proposal you can’t quite finish, or you’ve worked with another agency in the past and things didn’t go as planned.
We’ve helped many clients in this situation. The best next step is to book a call so we can review what you have and advise on the way forward.
Our Work
Our work includes new platform builds, inherited website takeovers, complex integrations and long-term support for organisations that need reliable digital systems.
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High-Traffic WordPress Migration and Platform Rebuild for It’s Gone Viral
Make Do stabilised and rebuilt It’s Gone Viral after explosive audience growth pushed their legacy platform beyond its limits. Following a migration and performance overhaul, we delivered a custom Gutenberg-powered rebuild.
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Evolving Pickard’s Website with a Fresh Homepage and Custom Mega Menu
Make Do transformed the Pickard Properties’ website with a fresh homepage and custom mega menu, enhancing user experience and reflecting business growth.
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Custom Lead Generation Web Application for a Global Networking Powerhouse
The Connect system is far from a simple WordPress module. It’s a custom and robust standalone React application designed to streamline lead capture and accelerate customer onboarding.
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Global Business School Barcelona (GBSB) Website Migration & Redesign
We helped GBSB to transform its outdated Drupal website into a modern, scalable, and user-friendly WordPress platform for enhanced performance and user experience.
WordPress as the Platform, Enhanced with Modern Tech
While WordPress is at the heart of everything we do, it’s just the starting point.
We extend and integrate it with modern frameworks, APIs, and external services to create solutions that go far beyond the standard CMS.
Why this matters:
- Easy-To-Use
Familiarity and flexibility of the WordPress platform for your team. - Made to Grow
The performance, scalability, and security of a modern tech stack.
- Open Source
No unnecessary vendor lock-in or ongoing licence costs. - Powerful Editor
The latest Gutenberg block editor is one of the best features of modern WordPress, giving you flexibility.
End-to-End Partnership
We don’t just launch your website or web app and walk away! We stay with you for the long haul. Our hosting, maintenance, and support services keep everything secure, fast, and reliable.
From regular updates to new feature development, we help your platform grow and adapt so it continues delivering value long after launch.
Why this matters:
- Hosting and server Support
Optimised environments for WordPress. - Maintenance & Updates
Security patches, plugin updates, and monitoring.
- Continuous Improvement
Add new features, performance tuning, and design enhancements over time. - Strategic Guidance
Helping your site or app evolve alongside your business.
Who We Work With
We partner with organisations of all sizes, from ambitious start-ups to large enterprises with complex needs. Our experience spans sectors including finance, education, membership, charity, and publishing.
If you need a partner who understands your goals and can deliver high-quality, scalable solutions, you’re in the right place.
Why this matters:
- Enterprises & Large Teams
Looking for trusted and robust, scalable platforms built by a reliable partner. - Businesses undergoing a rebrand or digital transformation
We work with clients seeking a new approach or platform to support their rebrand or strategic direction.
- Organisations that need a Development Partner
We can provide long-term technical and strategic support. - Other Agencies
From SEO-focused agencies to design-led studios, if your team doesn’t have the skills to deliver, we can partner with you.
The Make Do Difference
We combine deep WordPress expertise with a modern development approach to deliver fast, secure, and scalable platforms. Every project is built to be easy to use and maintain.
Our friendly, collaborative team becomes an extension of yours, focused on building long-term relationships as well as great digital products.
Why this matters:
- Over a decade specialising in WordPress and web application development.
- Proven track record across industries including legal, publishing, membership bodies, and education.
- Collaborative, friendly, and professional we become part of your team.
- Ability to scale from fast, efficient builds to long-term enterprise projects.
Let’s Build Something That Works Hard for Your Business
Whether you need a beautiful, conversion-focused website or a powerful web application that integrates seamlessly with your systems, Make Do delivers:
Approaches to Match Your Goals
Different Needs… Different Approaches & Options
In this section, we explore the different options between providing a detailed scope, proposal, or outline for a clearly defined project, versus taking a more collaborative approach based on hours and time rather than large, fixed projects.
A Client Needing a Brand New Website or App
Best Approach: A Full-Service Project from Concept to Long-Term Success
For clients needing a brand-new website or web application, we provide a complete, end-to-end service.
This includes everything from the initial design and technical build through to hosting, launch, and ongoing maintenance. Our recommended approach for these projects is based on proven success with previous clients, ensuring you get a smooth, efficient, and results-driven delivery.
Our Process
- We start by reviewing your proposal or brief in detail, working closely with you during the pitching process to ensure the scope, budget, timeline, and milestones are clearly defined and aligned with your goals.
- Throughout the project, we guide you through each stage from concept and design workshops to development, testing, and deployment keeping communication open and transparent.
- This is ideal for large enterprise businesses planning a new platform, organisations looking to migrate to WordPress for better flexibility and control, or companies seeking to enhance an existing website with advanced extra.
- By combining our technical expertise with a clear, collaborative process, we ensure your new platform launches successfully and is supported for long-term growth.
A Design Studio or SEO Agency Looking for a Strategic Delivery Partner
Best Approach: A Collaborative Build Process working with Your In-House or Agency Team
Some clients already have design or marketing teams but need specialist WordPress development to bring their vision to life.
In these cases, we step in as a technical partner, working alongside your existing team or external agency to handle the build and integration work.
Our Process
- We start with a review your designs, technical requirements, and UX assets.
- Then work to identify technical plans for the build and outline any potential risks or performance concerns early.
- Once a project plan is agreed we build and integrate features according to best practice with regular progress check-ins with your team or agency.
- Using Project Tools such as GitHub, Slack and Monday.com mean we can integrate and keep you updated as if we were part of your team and ensure to provide a full technical handover and documentation on completion.
- This approach is perfect for SEO agencies, design studios, or in-house marketing teams that want to expand their offering without adding full-time developers.
A Business Needing Major Website Updates to an Existing Platform
Best Approach: Use Targeted Feature Development by Enhancing and Evolving Existing Platforms
For organisations with an established WordPress site, we can deliver focused, high-impact improvements without rebuilding from scratch.
We work within your current setup, ensuring new features are integrated seamlessly and do not disrupt existing functionality. This approach is ideal for businesses looking to scale, adapt to new opportunities, or extend their digital capabilities without the cost and disruption of a full rebuild.
Our Process
- Audit your current website platform and server and hosting setup and detail any issues with security or performance.
- Work with you to define the scope of new features and required integrations or new features.
- Build and test in a safe staging environment.
- Deploy updates with minimal disruption to live operations.
- Monitor performance and refine based on feedback.
A Small Business Needing a Customer Platform
Best Approach: A Flexible Collaborate Build working to Build Fast and Evolve
Small businesses often need a secure, easy-to-manage way for customers to interact with their services online whether that’s booking appointments, managing accounts, or accessing exclusive content.
We design customer platforms that are intuitive for users and efficient for your team to manage.
By using WordPress as the foundation, we can integrate with your existing systems, add payment processing, and create a seamless experience for your customers without the high cost of custom-built software from scratch.
Our Process:
- Understand your business model and customer journey.
- Map out required features and integrations.
- Design a user-friendly, mobile-ready interface.
- Build secure login, account, and content areas.
- Provide training and documentation for your team.
A Company with Ageing Software Who Wants to Modernise and Bring It Online
Best Approach: A Ground Up Web App Build with a Clearly Defined Scope to Match and Improve The Old System
Legacy software and outdated systems can hold your business back. We help companies modernise these tools, reimagining them as online platforms that are secure, scalable, and accessible from anywhere.
We’ll migrate your data, streamline your workflows, and use modern technologies to ensure your new platform is future-proof, easy to maintain, and ready for further improvements over time.
Our Process:
- Audit your existing software and data structure.
- Identify which features to migrate, replace, or improve.
- Design an accessible, browser-based interface.
- Build using modern frameworks and secure hosting.
- Support migration, staff onboarding, and post-launch refinements.
Large Company Intranet or ‘Extranet’
Best Approach: Use WordPress as a Base and Extend and Integrate with In-Place Legacy and Other Enterprise Systems
For larger organisations, we develop intranet and extranet platforms that connect teams, improve collaboration, and securely share resources. This could include document management, role-based permissions, internal news, and integrations with HR or CRM systems.
Our intranet and extranet solutions are built for scalability, security, and ease of use to ensure that your teams can find what they need quickly and work more effectively, whether they’re in the office or remote.
Our Process:
- Discovery sessions with key departments and stakeholders.
- Map out user roles, access levels, and content needs.
- Design an intuitive, on-brand internal interface.
- Build secure, integrated communication and resource tools.
- Train your administrators and provide ongoing support.
A Business Who Doesn’t Know Where to Start!
Best Approach: Hire Make Do to Help You!
Sometimes you know you need a new website, app, or digital platform but you’re not sure what that looks like or where to begin. We specialise in helping businesses shape their ideas into clear, actionable projects.
Through guided workshops, technical advice, and practical recommendations, we’ll help you define your goals, create a roadmap, and move forward with confidence.
Our Process:
- Initial consultation to understand your challenges and ambitions.
- Run discovery workshops to uncover needs and priorities.
- Translate ideas into a structured project plan and budget.
- Recommend the right technical approach and tools.
- Provide clear next steps and options for moving forward.
Book a Call to Find Out More
Get in touch to book a tailored demo of our services along with a personalised quote and find out how we can support your team.
Website & Web App Project Client Quotes
The Make Do team are hotshots. They did things with WordPress we didn’t
think were possible and we needed a fast turnaround and heavily customised system.
I would highly recommend their services.
Liz Hnat
Project Lead, Fun Palaces
The process of developing our new website was clear, constructive, positive and actually enjoyable. The Make Do team were able to translate what we wanted from a website into the building of it and we weren’t bombarded with jargon and terminology.
Richard King
Website Development Manager
Make Do joined us at the very beginning of our re-brand and worked with us from day one to ensure that our website reflected the identity of the charity.
We couldn’t be happier with the look and style of our website.
Katie Cartwright
NHS Charity Manager
Convinced Yet?
Got a complex website, a broken platform, or a system that needs expert support? You’re in the right place.
Drop us a message, ask a question, or tell us what’s on your mind. We’re here to chat, plan, and help you make something great happen. Let’s get started.
