Sitecore on Azure
By Sam PascuaSome of you are probably aware that SiteCore have recently released Sitecore 6.3 and are making Sitecore Azure-ready.
Have a look at this MSDN blog post, it gives you a preview of what our Azure integration will look like. There’s also a nice interview with Lars Nielsen, one of Sitecore’s founders.
Read more
Choosing an Open Source Content Management System for your Organisation
By Sam PascuaA content management system (CMS) is a generalised term for a computer software system that assists in organising and facilitating the collaborative creation of documents and other content. In other words, it will store, manage and allow multiple lines of access to all of the content you want to include in any particular database. This can be done on any scale, from your personal website to an enterprise-level intranet. These systems have many subcategories focused on providing management services for web content or even media content. However, this article focuses on choosing a CMS for the workflow and organization of digital documents within a business entity.
Dozens of different CMS solutions are available today. Some are developed by leading industry software development companies like Microsoft. Others are not. In fact, there are many great open-source options to consider when looking for a new CMS solution.
One of the greatest benefits of going with an open source system is the ability to fully research the background, development roadmap, problems and benefits of the software. The programming code is open, and so are all of the details of its development. Understanding all the pros and cons of the prospective choices is really important for the decision-maker. Here are some different methods you can use to gain insight into the value of an open source CMS.
Read moreClient Focus: Baby Bunting
By Sam PascuaIt has launched, after some late night work, Baby Bunting new website finally went live this week.
Using the wonderful open source eCommerce solution Magento, the new Baby Bunting website is streamlined and simplified.
Magento, with has an integrated Content Management System, eNewsletter system, integration with a Payment Gateway and seamless integration with Minder Stock Control system the new Baby Bunting website will act like a hub for prospective and current customers allowing easy access to a larger product range, helpful tips for future and new mothers plus a range of other helpful features.
You can visit the website here or visit our case study here.
If you have an iPhone handy check out how well the site works with the standard Safari browser.
The Case for CMS / eCart Upgrades: Benefits for Website Operators
By Sam PascuaThe Case for CMS / eCart Upgrades: Benefits for Website Operators
It’s a familiar scenario: your web manager is diligently working away at his computer when a pop-up notification appears, saying it’s time to update to a new version of the CMS (content management system) software or e-commerce software. Instinctively and without giving it a second thought, many users click “ignore” or “remind me later,” and continue on with their work. That’s understandable, because upgrading software can be time-intensive, frustrating, and expensive. However, the benefits of upgrading far outweigh these comparatively minor inconveniences. As explained below, operating a website or an online shopping cart with outdated software can lead to potentially disastrous consequences for your business and even for your customers.
Read more
Recent comments