Federal Communications Commission

Overview
Over six years as the prime contractor for FCC.gov, Agileana led the migration, cloud hosting, compliance, and modernization efforts for one of the most visited federal websites, serving over 1.6 million visitors monthly. FCC.gov is a complex Drupal ecosystem featuring multiple data collections, interactive forms, and third-party integrations. The major project involved migrating the site from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9 over 18 months with a dedicated team of 5 to 7 specialists. Agileana carefully planned and executed the phased migration, re-architected third-party integrations, and transitioned the infrastructure to cloud hosting to improve scalability, security, and reliability. Rigorous testing ensured compliance with federal accessibility and security standards while maintaining uninterrupted service and a seamless user experience.
The modernization enabled FCC.gov to leverage modern Drupal modules and enhanced maintainability, while cloud hosting improved resilience during peak traffic. This successful transformation highlights Agileana’s expertise in managing complex federal digital projects, balancing technical challenges with regulatory compliance and user needs.
Expert Services
Scope of Work
Migration from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9
The primary goal was to migrate the FCC.gov website from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9, ensuring continued platform support, access to modern features, and improved security. This upgrade was essential to future-proof the site and provide a robust foundation for ongoing development.
Maintaining Uninterrupted Service and Performance
Throughout the migration and modernization process, it was critical to maintain uninterrupted service and high performance. Agileana implemented careful planning and phased rollouts to prevent downtime and ensure that the millions of monthly visitors experienced a seamless browsing experience.
Management of Complex Data Collections and Integrations
FCC.gov includes multiple data collections, interactive forms, and third-party applications. Agileana managed these complexities within the Drupal ecosystem, ensuring smooth integration and functionality throughout the migration to maintain the site’s rich content and interactive features.
The Solution
Data in Motion: Interactive Mapping

Insight Through Interactive Charts
