Drupal 10 Upgrade and Performance Enhancements

Performance Limitations

Although the site wasn’t experiencing downtime or major complaints, performance was lagging. Slow load times and inconsistent stability risked frustrating users and reducing staff efficiency.

Outdated Drupal Version

Running on an older Drupal release, the site faced growing risks around security, support, and compatibility. Without upgrading to Drupal 10, the platform could become harder to maintain and integrate with new tools over time.

Technical SEO Gaps

American Councils wanted to expand its visibility in search results. While not severely underperforming, technical SEO issues—such as broken links, missing meta tags, and indexing inefficiencies—were preventing the site from reaching its full potential.

Security Concerns

Protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with best practices was critical. Without modern security protocols, the site risked vulnerabilities that could erode trust with users.

Clunky Search Experience

The search template lacked usability. Users found it difficult to quickly locate programs and resources, making navigation less intuitive and limiting engagement.
 

Drupal 10 Upgrade

At the foundation of this project, Inclind migrated the site to Drupal 10. This ensured a secure, future-ready CMS with compatibility for the latest modules, improved performance, and long-term vendor support. The upgrade created a modern backbone that American Councils can confidently build on for years to come.

Comprehensive Site Audit

We began with a full audit of performance, structure, and technical health. By analyzing load times, accessibility, and backend configurations, we identified where optimizations would have the greatest impact.

Technical SEO Optimization

Using Google Search Console and SEMrush, we corrected SEO issues—such as broken links, metadata gaps, and indexing errors. These updates improved how search engines interpret and rank the site, enhancing discoverability.

Google Tag Manager Refinement

To support better decision-making, we streamlined Google Tag Manager. Cleaner configurations and event tracking provided American Councils with more accurate data on how users interact with programs and content.

Enhanced Security Compliance

We implemented HSTS, additional headers, and best-practice configurations to strengthen security. These steps reduced risk, protected user data, and aligned the site with modern compliance standards.

Redesigned Search Template

We revamped the search functionality to improve both performance and design. With smarter filtering and cleaner results, users can now find content faster and more intuitively.