Chris Smith of HYPEsites in his office for the Observations series

Observations

PRACTICAL INSIGHTS FROM DECADES OF BUILDING BUSINESSES AND WORKING WITH TECHNOLOGY.

I’ve spent nearly five decades building businesses and working with technology, and most of what I’ve learned came from solving real problems along the way. Observations is where I share those experiences, lessons, and opinions about websites, ecommerce, SEO, technology, and the business decisions behind them.

Elementor vs Beaver Builder: Feature Face-Off

November 1, 2025

A hands-on comparison of Elementor and Beaver Builder covering performance, build speed, code quality, and the practical differences agencies should consider.

Elementor vs Beaver Builder for Agencies: A 2026 Comparison

October 28, 2025

A practical look at how Elementor and Beaver Builder compare for agencies managing performance, workflow, maintainability, and multiple client websites.

How to Migrate from Elementor to Beaver Builder Without Breaking Client Sites

October 25, 2025

A practical guide to moving client websites from Elementor to Beaver Builder while protecting content, performance, functionality, and the agency workflow.