Online business success has always been a ‘numbers game’. The more relevant traffic, i.e. site visitors specifically looking for your goods and services, the greater likelihood you’ll increase your ROI. That’s a powerful incentive for small business websites, arguably dependent on attracting and converting the greatest number of site visitors as possible, to make greater... Read More
Web Development
Is Your Website ADA Compliant?
February 18th, 2020
When discussing websites, the phrase “ADA Compliant” is used as an umbrella term for determining if a website is accessible to people with disabilities. There are actually several different standards used when reviewing websites for accessibility. The two most widely used standards are ADA and WCAG. They both have the same goal – to make... Read More
What a CMS Can and Cannot Do
August 8th, 2019
My agency is often approached by eCommerce owners who have sites with extensive inventory and no in-house IT staff. They are seeking a solution whenever product updates are required, which may be frequently. The cost and inconvenience of hiring a third-party vendor to update their online catalog quickly becomes prohibitive, however. We offer a simple... Read More
Why Woo? eCommerce Sites That Sell
January 10th, 2019
For any eCommerce business the easier site visitors can be converted to customers, the better. This is especially true for smaller online enterprises. But upgrading to a shopping cart has posed problems for some online firms. The main issue is that fluid, more sophisticated eCommerce platforms such as Magento or a custom cart are financially... Read More
Questions to Ask When Hiring a Web Development Company
October 24th, 2018
Before you hire a digital agency to build your brand’s new website, it’s important to have an understanding of what you want and what your company needs. Also, what will all your needs and wants cost and can these be satisfied within your budget? Questions such as number of years in business and the pricing/payment... Read More
Theme or Custom WordPress Website: Which is Best for Your Business?
September 6th, 2018
Online business owners want the most value for their spend, especially when investing in their greatest asset, their website. When developing the budget and requirements for a website redesign, what options should you take into consideration? Those in the market for a new design for their online business presence will already be aware that there... Read More
What is Web Development and How is It Different from Programming?
July 20th, 2018
Over the past five years, online business owners looking to update their website have often been confused by the changes in the digital marketing industry. Initially, most web agencies had referred to themselves as web design companies. Today, however, competition on the internet has grown exponentially. Agencies that once specialized in creating websites have evolved... Read More
How Often Does an eCommerce Site Need to Be Redesigned?
June 11th, 2018
There are several ways to gauge if your eCommerce site needs a complete or partial overhaul. Perhaps metrics have been slipping recently, and these trends cannot be traced to search engine algorithm tweaks. The nature of the site is also a factor. What products are sold? Are these seasonal? Are they updated frequently such as... Read More
Google Chrome Takes Steps Towards a More Secure Web in 2017
December 23rd, 2016
Most of us browse the web under the assumption that where we go, the sites we visit, the search terms we use, the time we spend on any site, as well as purchases we make, are private. Many are not, allowing third parties to view, collect, and repurpose any and all user data extracted from... Read More
Why Good Web Development is Needed for SEO
October 28th, 2016
It is generally known that solid web design cannot just be “pretty” but also needs to be capable of doing some serious SEO lifting. Less known, but just as important, is a site’s web development. Why? That is the way the site is actually ‘wired’ to function. Search engines use bots and spiders (spiders/bots are... Read More
