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Every year a new set of design trends seek to shape the way that we view and communicate content. Sometimes these are just simple developments or incremental changes from the prior year, and sometimes they are big and new! But undoubtedly these trends influence web designers around the world, and start to make their way […]

At the heart of any ecommerce site is the need for a well functioning checkout system. Without this you wouldn�t be able to sell your products to those consumers that want them. The checkout process needs to be smooth and easy-to-follow in order for you to convert users from simply browsing your products, to actually […]

The popularity of ecommerce sites has exploded over the past few years. More and more, businesses are realising the benefits of having an online component of their business, and some are even operating in an entirely online environment. It is hard to ignore how much this market is growing, and is changing the way that […]

Magento is one of the most powerful eCommerce platforms available in the market today. It provides an incredible amount of flexibility and customisations to suit almost any business. A big part of this flexibility is the fact that it is available in two different editions: Enterprise and Community. Magento Community is the free and open […]

The app design industry is exploding! And it has been for the last couple of years. As the age of the smartphone continues to mature, we are seeing more and more apps being released, many complementing existing websites and businesses that have realised the power of having a smartphone presence as part of their overall […]

We all want to be better at what we do. No matter what field you work in, continual development of your skills is an important part of furthering your career and keeping on top of the latest trends in your industry. This is particularly important in the web design field as the technology and design […]

Any person with knowledge of web design will tell you that user experience is of vital importance. How well your design is will directly influences how potential customers will perceive your business, and the likelihood of them going from a potential customer to a paying customer. A big part of the user experience is how […]

Every business needs a website, that is the reality of the increasingly online and internet-oriented world that we live in. Search engines are now the most widely used tool to find information on the business, and it is becoming the preferred option for making purchases. Given the importance of having an online presence, it is […]

Perhaps the hardest part for an eCommerce site is the ability to retain your customers and keep them coming back time and time again. The ability to inspire customer loyalty is a combination of excellent service, honest communication, quality products and a smooth delivery. But what if you are being let down by weak elements […]

Just because you�ve got a website doesn�t mean that you�re automatically going to be found by your customers. When you setup your website, just as you did with your offline business setup, you�ll need to promote your website. Without the right promotion, your website could end up in the internet wasteland with zero return on […]