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Elements of a Web Design that Foster Learning

by Ruth Hawk
Friday, October 7th, 2016

75% of companies offer some kind of online instruction for their employees, and millions of students are online.

Why Your Industry is the Least Important Part of Your Web Designer Decision

by Jacqueline Sinex
Tuesday, October 4th, 2016

There are so many more important elements of a good website besides the industry focus.

How to Simplify Your Web Design

by Ruth Hawk
Thursday, September 22nd, 2016

Simplicity in web design wins customers. A 2012 study by Google revealed that complex web designs yielded fewer conversions than did simple web designs. In fact, the simpler the website, the more conversions that website earned. And, the more complex the website, the fewer conversions it earned. People respond to simplicity because it makes it […]

Tips for Choosing Compelling Website Images

by Ruth Hawk
Thursday, September 15th, 2016

The old saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” has never been more true than it is in today’s digital age. With people impatient with long blocks of text, website owners like you must find ways to communicate your message quickly. In these situations, images provide the perfect solution. They deliver a message quickly, […]

WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal: A Comparison

by Ruth Hawk
Monday, September 12th, 2016

A content management system is a critically important element of a website. This platform provides the foundation you need to successfully design and run a website. And, no two CMS’s are alike. In a way, this diversity is a good thing.

5 E-Commerce Integration Must-Haves

by Ruth Hawk
Friday, August 19th, 2016

The functionality necessary in an e-commerce website is often different from what is needed in other types of websites. In an e-commerce site, you are trying to sell specific products and services, so all of the features you integrate into your site need to contribute to that overarching goal. While there are many features from […]

How to Choose a Content Management System

by Ruth Hawk
Monday, August 8th, 2016

Content management systems (CMS) provide you with a platform for building your website. From WordPress to Drupal, they use themes, plug-ins, and other features to help you implement a successful website. Because these products are the foundation for your website, it is important to take your time when selecting one for your next web design […]

Nonprofit Web Design Tips

by Ruth Hawk
Friday, August 5th, 2016

Nonprofit organizations like yours rely on websites to get the word out about their cause. Yet, with diverse audiences, small budgets, and a different focus from most other websites, it can be difficult for nonprofits to create a web design that works for them. In order to create a successful website, a nonprofit must incorporate […]

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