Kalia

How Kalia Improved Site Security and Performance with a Comprehensive Magento Upgrade

MageMontreal conducted a complete Magento upgrade and security patch for Kalia, improving engagement and traffic while ensuring long-term compliance and reliability. The project highlighted that regular patching delivers immediate performance and security benefits, while consistent QA practices protect both functionality and customer trust — strengthening the platform’s stability and long-term user confidence.
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Proven results

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+31% sessions within one month
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+24% increase in users
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Full Magento patch and 12+ module upgrades
Client

Kalia

Kalia is a Canadian manufacturer of high-end bathroom fixtures. With an expanding catalog, maintaining a secure and efficient online environment was essential for growth.

From Frustration to Success

The Problem

Outdated extensions and PHP incompatibilities were slowing the site and creating vulnerabilities. Maintenance had become increasingly time-consuming.

The Goals

  • Apply the latest security patch
  • Upgrade all major third-party modules
  • Improve responsiveness and engagement
  • Simplify maintenance and ensure compliance
The
solution

MageMontreal upgraded the Magento version and dependencies, resolving code conflicts and optimizing PHP 8.1 compatibility. Over a dozen modules were updated, including Amasty, Mageworx, Mailchimp, and Mirasvit SEO, all tested for stability and speed.

Implementation Process

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Audit of vulnerabilities and dependencies

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Security patch and module updates

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Full regression QA testing

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Launch and analytics validation

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The Final Result

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+31% sessions and +24% users
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Significant lift in engagement and speed
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Strengthened backend and reduced maintenance costs

Client testimonial

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They are Magento experts who master the platform and offer relevant Magento solutions. We hired them for a Magento update, security patches, extensions adjustments, technical support and to program new personalized pages on the site.
Marie-Josée Raby | Marketing Director
Kalia

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