Dangers of bespoke CMS
September 2012
Beware of bespoke content management systems, a can of worms If adopting a bespoke CMS works for you and your business, that’s all well and good but we have heard time and again the horror stories of bad CMS...
6 Excellent QR code campaigns… and one fail!
September 2012
QR codes, especially in the UK, have got a lot of stick over the last few years but this is mostly due to marketers not putting them in the right places, not targeting the right audience and not leading...
25 cool business cards
July 2012
When was the last time you actually looked twice at a business card? Can’t remember or are you looking to be inspired? Check out our top 25 cool business cards. Metal, mini, useful and weirdly-shaped – you’ll find a...
6 ways to generate new customers
July 2012
Newcastle based design agency Urban River looks at the most important 6 ways to generate new customers on a budget! 1. Use your old ones. If your firm maintains its current income levels through Word of Mouth and referrals, make sure you...
Avoiding the pitfalls of branding
June 2012
A bad brand is what marketers and designers would say is one of the most vital pitfalls to avoid! Most people acknowledge that making a good first impression is vital. For most companies that first impression is made by...
Facebook Timelines for Business
June 2012
Having a Facebook page for your business is a great way to extend your online presence from your website! We’ve chosen our 15 favourite Facebook for businesses examples so you can see how the big brands are adopting social...
6 Fun Bus Advertisements
May 2012
Bus advertising need not be dull and boring, it can be an effective way to communicate your message to the public in a fun and creative way! Check out our favourite 6 bus advertisements which promote everything from zoos...
30 Animal Logos
May 2012
Logo design helps potential customers understand your company and differentiates you from your competitors. Designing a logo is a fun process and makes your business personable, but any icons don’t have to be created from scratch! Using an instantly...
How to choose the right creative agency
March 2012
There’s no doubt that enlisting the help of a creative agency to help with your business’s marketing strategies can pay dividends if you don’t have the expertise in-house to carry out such tasks… but how can you be sure...