Engine Room

Philadelphia-based Engine Room takes on website design and construction, then looks after security, uptime and performance. The founders' interest in rowing crew gave the firm its name, and the image of a rowing team, with every part pulling together, describes how it coordinates a client's technology.

Custom development and content management systems

The company builds complex websites and web applications through custom development, and it supports sites built on content management systems. Its CMS work covers building and supporting sites that need an editable structure after launch. The firm says it takes complex digital problems apart and solves them with precision, aiming for work that is thorough as well as quick.

Maintenance, security and monitoring

Website maintenance is a core service, with information security and monitoring designed to keep sites available and protected. The firm highlights practices that keep websites secure, accessible and up to date, and it offers ongoing support for clients whose sites must stay online. Its published material includes a white paper on building websites with maintenance in mind.

E-commerce, CRM and digital marketing

Engine Room builds online stores and customer relationship management systems, and offers digital marketing and technical consulting alongside its build work. The firm also lists mobile and blockchain services among its capabilities, so a client can bring several digital needs to the same team.

Sectors and the clients it serves

Sectors it names include finance, manufacturing, higher education and digital agencies. Nonprofit groups are among its clients too, and they depend on the firm so that their web presence stays online for the communities they serve. The firm says it works with clients who need strong support when time-sensitive technical problems arise.

A long-term technology partner

The firm says it works as a long-term technology partner for clients, from the first build through later changes to the site. Its team works closely with clients on planning, design and build, and presents itself as a partner in both the technology and the creative work of a website, including redesigns that refresh a brand.

Security and best practice in a managed setting

Its managed security work covers application security and server issues, with the firm's team on hand for major problems. The firm says it follows best practice in safety and accessibility, so that clients can focus on their own missions and their core work.