Granite Digital partners with WP Engine for enterprise WordPress

website developer granite digital announced a partnership with WP engine This aims to expand the reach of the WordPress backend in the enterprise sector.

Hosting company WP Engine was founded in 2010 in Austin, Texas. Involved in Managed WordPress Hosting, Enterprise WordPress, Headless WordPress, Flywheel, Local and Genesis.

WordPress technology is used by an estimated 41% of the world’s internet, and WP Engine hosts 1.5 million websites. WP Engine operates a global customer support center in Limerick with 120 employees.

Granite Digital said the deal with WP Engine will allow it to expand its business in the UK.

Robert CarpenterGranite Digital Director commented:

“We have identified significant opportunities in the enterprise sector together and there is no doubt that we can achieve our growth targets in both markets.

“By combining our areas of expertise, we will enhance the capabilities of our products and services, enabling our customers to enjoy a more seamless and secure digital experience.”

The Granite Digital operating company posted a net profit of €490,000 in 2020 after recording depreciation and amortization of €200,000.Ending trade debtors increased from €1.4 million to €2.1 million by 2020

Paul RyanSite Lead, WP Engine said:

Photo: WP Engine’s Paul Ryan (left) and James Hall (right) with Granite Digital directors Robert Carpenter and Conor Buckley