Insights

News from the studio in Norwich, and fifteen years of writing on e-commerce, search, paid media and running a digital business.

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The Modern Ecommerce Stack Is Overcomplicated

Too many ecommerce brands are drowning in tools they do not fully use. Overcomplicated tech stacks slow websites, increase costs, and reduce clarity. Pivotal shows how a simpler, well-audited stack can boost performance, save time, and support growth.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 5 min read

More Than Just a Marathon

After recovering from blood clots and a pulmonary embolism, Tait is taking on a sponsored marathon in support of The Feed. What began as part of his recovery has become a way to raise funds for a Norwich charity helping families access food, support and community.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 3 min read

Pivotal Sponsors the Brand Story Category at Brandland’s Gather Awards

We are proud to be sponsoring the Brand Story category at Gather, Brandland’s awards programme celebrating outstanding branding across Norwich and the surrounding areas. From powerful storytelling to bold visual identities and measurable brand growth, Gather brings together the people and ideas shaping the region’s creative future.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 3 min read

Our Ongoing Support for The Feed

We are proud to continue our support as a Friend of The Feed, helping fund vital projects that tackle food poverty and malnutrition across Norwich. Ongoing support plays a key role in ensuring people can access healthy food and feel connected within their community.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 2 min read

Pivotal Volunteering Day: Supporting Local Causes Together

Before Christmas, the Pivotal team spent a day volunteering with local organisations across Norfolk. From conservation work at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen to community gardening in Norwich and supporting Big C’s donation centre, it was a hands-on day focused on giving back and supporting causes that matter locally.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 3 min read
Our people

Welcome to Pivotal, James Walker

We’re pleased to welcome James Walker to Pivotal as our new Project Manager. With more than 14 years of experience delivering complex digital products for global brands, James brings a strong background in product delivery, team coordination, and building scalable processes.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 2 min read

Pivotal at brightonSEO

Kyryl and Emily attended BrightonSEO this autumn, bringing back practical insights on feed optimisation, Shopping performance, and how search marketing is evolving. From cleaner data to stronger foundations, the event reinforced where real performance gains are made today.

Emilia Wolkowicz · · 2 min read