The WHACK Web Design Process Explained
July 30th, 2009
After years of experience and competitive research, Whack Media Design has established a web design process that makes web design quick and accurate to what the client wants. The design and organization process is always goal oriented with a great emphasis on functionality so the client can take care of his or her website easily and comfortably, but always with a professional design and development. (more…)
Coggins Fulfillment Solutions Website Re-Design
July 12th, 2009
CFS is a leading provider of quick and reliable order fulfillment for companies of all sizes. CFS was looking to create a brand new website for the Fulfillment side of their business. Their goal was to bring a modern, clean feel to the site, keeping it professional and mature to attract their audience.
#1 Reorganization and Functionality
Organization of all websites is key. If your customers can’t easily navigate your site, what’s the point? For Coggins Fulfillment we went through three rounds of functionality assessment to narrow down site content and hit upon its most important points. Here you can view the final sitemap.
The importance of logos and marketing in the Chicago graphic design scene
July 10th, 2009
There is a very common misconception when it comes to starting a business in the Chicago graphic design market. Many small companies that start out don’t have professionally designed logos or an established marketing strategy until they get their initial clients and start spreading their brand around. However, what most don’t realize is it’s much easier to grab those first clients if a good logo and a strong marketing scheme has already been established.
If one focuses on the biggest brands in the business world, there is a very visible trend in the way they handle their logos, marketing and brand. The reason for this is the brand can and should be the most valuable asset of the company. If you start your business with amateur logos, business cards, etc, your brand will not turn into an added value. Starting off small can unveil a harsh reality for several reasons like instability, looking too small, or an unfocused approach. (more…)
Whack SeedMail, the new standard for Chicago Email newsletter software
July 8th, 2009
Email newsletters are one of the key factors when it comes to a business nowadays, and the faster and easier it is to create them, the more efficient your company will be. That is why Whack Media Design has created Seedmail, a quick and easy to use Email newsletter software that allows you to create and design your own emails and lets you choose when to send them. No longer will you need professionals to design your templates, texts and images, all you have to do is pick.The first new asset you will have to make your work a lot easier is a live preview of the Email as you create it. With this tool you can add text, images, and place all items wherever you like. Additionally, the software automatically saves your work so you can log in later and continue working. (more…)
