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Nest Launches Newly Designed Ecommerce Website

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 05:34:00 -0700

Creative. Authentic. Uncommon. Nest is both a design studio and an unparalleled source for sophisticated - yet casual - furnishings and gifts. When they needed a website redesign, they sought similar qualities in their vendor, which is what led them to DynamicDevelop. Nest was looking for a firm that understood what it meant to be a boutique, an expert at offering top quality products to those who appreciate them. DynamicDevelop fit the bill perfectly.

Nest is a popular destination for tourists who often lament not being able to shop Nest on a regular basis. Pamela Butler Channel, owner of Nest, realized she could continue to serve these customers throughout the year by launching an online store to sell and ship her most popular products around the country.

DynamicDevelop took Nest through a comprehensive website redesign project, beginning with creating Information Architecture to map out the new site's organization and to plan for future feature updates. This exercise led to a clean, clear organization of the website, allowing shoppers to easily locate the items they seek: bath, living, floor coverings, accessories, even wearable art are all easily accessible through site-wide navigation.

Nest is all about being elegant yet casual, and their site design needed a similar look. Expert design and high quality photography captured this with ease; showcasing the products in the setting users could picture in their homes. As a design firm, Nest can offer insight to any individual design problem and they offer a variety of products to address these needs.

As with most clients, Nest also wanted a simple and inexpensive way for its staff to add and update the content of the website, including adding new products to the online store. DynamicDevelop was able to implement a full featured content management system so Nest staff could operate their business in the most cost effective way possible.

"Our customers love our new web site and online store", said Pam. "It was time for a web site that better branded the look and feel of Nest, and DynamicDevelop was an excellent partner from the design phase through implementation and even teaching us how to make changes ourselves!"

Ecommerce is a growing demand of small businesses, and DynamicDevelop has become an expert in this arena. When offering customers online shopping capabilities, the site must maintain PCI compliance and offer the security features standard on most ecommerce websites. DynamicDevelop has established a site that offers over 200 products for sale, a secure storefront to give shoppers peace of mind, and built a custom shipping solution to accommodate the breadth of products offered by Nest.

View the new Nest website online at http://NestHomeStore.com

Nest offers luxurious linens and accoutrements to dress the table and bed to textural rugs, distinctive work by American artisans and furniture customized to consumer specifications. They also offer the inspiration, the expertise and the service to make the individual home a haven. If an unforgettable gift is what you're seeking, Nest's trove of perfectly edited home fragrances, handmade jewelry and handbags, bath and body, throws, children's toys, books and more is sure to delight, again and again.

DynamicDevelop is an online solutions provider that creates elegant, innovative websites and marketing campaigns to help clients build their business online. A full-service resource for website design and development, email and social media marketing, domain management, and web and email hosting; DynamicDevelop has the expertise to grow your business.

Color Guard Launches Redesigned, Consumer Friendly Website

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:00:00 -0700

SHEBOYGAN, WI (8/11/2010) - Nothing says summer quite like spending a relaxing evening on an outdoor deck, and thanks to Color Guard Railing Systems in Sheboygan Falls, WI, this is an option for many homeowners. The challenge for Color Guard, a manufacturer of porch and deck rail systems, is to raise awareness among consumers looking to add or remodel their outdoor living space for their homes. DynamicDevelop, an Online Solutions provider in Sheboygan, WI, partnered with Color Guard to take their message to the consumer by creating an easy-to-use website with intuitive navigation and user-friendly visual appeal for individuals looking to purchase and install Color Guard product.

Color Guard tasked DynamicDevelop to redesign their corporate website as part of a larger effort to modernize the company brand through online and traditional media. The primary goal of the redesign was to make the site more appealing to consumers while continuing to provide detailed product information to Color Guard's distributors.

For visitors to the site, it is easy to see improvements. Immediately the user is given the option of viewing very distinct styles of railing through an interactive presentation, or to browse the entire product catalog using the reorganized site navigation. The design is clean and streamlined but still manages to offer all the things a visitor may be looking for: color options, product dimensions, installation instructions, contact information, and product support to name a few.

A full featured Dealer Locator, which will allow consumers to find the Color Guard dealers near them, will be launched in Fall 2010.

Gary Lacy, national sales and marketing manager at Color Guard said, "Working with DynamicDevelop was a new and exciting experience for us. They systematically took us through the design process of our new website and did so at a level we could all clearly understand and recognize as the best solution to our marketing needs." DynamicDevelop made the ongoing marketing redesign move smoothly by working directly with the brand director to ensure all print and web materials fit together seamlessly.

Visit the new Color Guard website online at http://ColorGuardRailing.com.

Color Guard Inc. was founded in 1989 in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin by three brothers - Tom, Jim and Robert Schnettler - who owned the Poly Vinyl Co., Inc., a custom extrusion company in business since 1962. Color Guard is a premier, vertically integrated supplier of porch and deck rail systems sold through various distribution channels. The addition of PVC load bearing porch posts and post wrap has completed the breadth of the product line. Color Guard manufactures all of its own products from start to finish; extruding its own component parts, machining and packaging them, in an ISO-9002 certified facility.

Learn more by visiting http://dynamicdevelop.com or calling 920-547-4401.

DynamicDevelop Web Design Joins Jake’s Café Creative Community

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:00:00 -0700

When people think of Sheboygan, WI they often think of beer, brats and hard rolls; but not Jason Irish and James Grunewald, partners in DynamicDevelop, an up-and-coming Wisconsin web marketing firm. They have joined a host of other local creatives at Jake's Café, Sheboygan's newest destination for the creative professional.

"Jake's Café is a community for creative thinkers of all disciplines", smiles Grunewald. "Web designers, graphic designers, film-makers, fashion designers, inventors, and artists of all sorts. It's a creative destination that reflects our most important asset. Creativity."

"It's a great place to work and collaborate with a wide variety of creative talent," remarks Jason Irish, partner and development director for DynamicDevelop. "And the creative collaboration is making our product better too." Other Jake's Café tenants include VibeTech, Green Ideas, Huber Creative, Leclerc Brother's Motion Pictures, Valerie Zimbal Fashion and Mary Gallimore Design.

The move is helping DynamicDevelop better serve its clients many amenities not found in traditional business environments. Presentation production, four-color printing/bindery, large conference areas, focus group facility, kitchens, multi-purpose creative workrooms, silk-screening, a soundbooth, two theatres and more importantly.... the creative talents of other Café members.

DynamicDevelop Online Solutions is a web solutions provider that creates elegant, innovative websites and marketing campaigns to help clients build their business online. A full-service resource for website concept and development, domain registration, web hosting, e-mail marketing and social media marketing; DynamicDevelop has the expertise to grow your business.

Jake's Cafe is an inspiring work environment for Sheboygan's creative class professional. In the spirit of Jake Jacobson, one of Sheboygan's more noteworthy creative visionaries, Jake's Cafe is a full-service creative environment with everything you need to do business at a highly professional level. Inventors, writers, designers, web designers, industrial designers, marketers, filmmakers and creative thinkers of all disciplines are invited to become tenants. It's the vision of Jake's Cafe to become Sheboygan's destination for creative problem-solving.

Social Networking Presentation at the Elkhart Lake Chamber of Commerce

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:31:00 -0800

DynamicDevelop will be giving a presentation at the Elkhart Lake Chamber of Commerce on March 18 on how businesses can use Social Media in their marketing efforts.

Topics will include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. We will demonstrate various ways that businesses are effectively using Social Media, and will talk about the strategy behind the techniques and how to measure your results.

Tickets are available from the Elkhart Lake Chamber through March 12 by calling (920) 876-2922 or by email at lcoc@verizon.net

Kohler launches custom Facebook Fan Page

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:55:00 -0800

Combining cutting edge technology with fantastic design, DynamicDevelop, partnered with Converseon, created three custom micro-site tabs for Kohler's Facebook Fan Page.

This new interactive area will allow users to experience Kohler by viewing inspirational photos and video, asking questions about Kohler products, and learning ways to Save Water. Fans will stay in the know with Kohler design ideas, new products and more.

Click to interact with the new Kohler Fan Page

Crystal Tree Art Glass Presents Special Challenges to DynamicDevelop Designers

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:42:00 -0800

SHEBOYGAN, WI (2/14/2010) - It was 2004 when Laura Casper realized she could turn her 15 year glass working hobby into a full-time job, thus Crystal Tree Art Glass was born. The business started with snowflakes, eventually expanding into a full service studio offering everything from angels and gift items to extensive projects including the design and build of transoms, window panels, cabinet doors and room dividers. In addition, Crystal Tree Art Glass can sandblast on glass, mirrors, shower doors and other items by request for clients. However, the challenge facing the business was: How does a boutique design studio specializing in handcrafted "Art Glass" create a website to match that concept?

One quick look at the home page for CrystalTreeArtGlass.com and you will understand why DynamicDevelop was the right choice for the project. With the movement and use of the art, the visitor is enamored by the snowflake pieces and drawn in to see more. DynamicDevelop was presented with the task of designing and building an artful website in which the art jumps from the page. A special challenge with this website was finding a way to capture images of the artwork that properly showcased the fine detail of each piece, because photographing glass present its own set of challenges. Also, because some pieces can be standardized versus one-of-a-kind productions, there was necessity for an online shopping capability for orders from around the globe.

"Having a website for my stained glass products was something I had wanted for a long time. I thought of going at it on my own, but soon realized I would be way over my head. I chose DynamicDevelop because of all the good things I heard about the talents of the staff. With their guidance and input, we determined exactly what the website needed to accomplish and then I left things in their capable hands. They designed and built a website that not only filled my needs but looked great too," remarked owner, Laura Casper.

Crystal Tree Art Glass had a number of requirements for DynamicDevelop to meet. As a small, boutique business there it was imperative to keep expenses to a minimum, so self-maintenance was important to the client. Also, with e-commerce comes the issue of web security. It was vital to Crystal Tree Art Glass to have a secure site where clients feel safe browsing and ordering their artwork. DynamicDevelop was able to ensure that the website is PCI compliant. "I believe that my business will grow due in large part to the excellent web site put together by DynamicDevelop," added Casper.

As Crystal Tree Art Glass took off as a business, a number of aspects needed to be addressed. DynamicDevelop was able to create a comprehensive suite of business necessities like a new logo, business cards, letterhead and web design and development including an e-commerce capability, a content management system to allow the client to perform their own site maintenance, and web and email hosting in conjunction with domain management.

DynamicDevelop Online Marketing is a web solutions provider that creates elegant, innovative websites and marketing campaigns to help clients build their business online. A full-service resource for website concept and development, domain registration, web hosting, e-mail marketing and search engine marketing; DynamicDevelop has the expertise to grow your business.

Common Misconceptions about Web Designers

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:06:00 -0800

A great article from Six Revisions addressing some misconceptions about website design and development from an industry perspective:

As a web designer, I'm proud to be a part of an Apple-loving, forward thinking, technologically advanced group of people that devour tutorials and web design blogs, hoping to create a stellar design that that gets posted in every CSS gallery out there. Yep, we're a group of people that works hard, plays hard and strives to meet our deadlines, while learning something new along the way.

We're also a misunderstood group of people, viewed as gothic creatures that shun the daylight because we're just tragic artists.

Well, I'm here to set things straight. Here are some common misconceptions about being a web designer that just aren't true.

Web designers are a dime a dozen

Yes, your mom's friend's brother's neighbor may know how to use Photoshop, or maybe he even learned HTML and CSS basics from a book, but that doesn't make him a web designer.

Lakeland's New Website Puts Visitors In Control

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:43:00 -0800

Lakeland College has launched a new institutional website, a dramatic overhaul that puts visitors in the driver's seat of their web experience.

The content of lakeland.edu is designed with audience preferences in mind, and pages are organized based on the needs of visitors instead of the structure of the college. It recognizes the ever-increasing importance the web site plays in the college selection process.

"In planning for this site, we gathered data from our visitors about what they need when they visit lakeland.edu, and we built a site that matches their expectations," said Jason Irish, Lakeland director of interactive communications and the architect of the project.

"The site's design makes it easier to find the information you need. Information is presented the way you would expect to find it, whether you are a prospective student, Lakeland graduate, donor, etc."

The new site's design features more, larger and engaging photos of students and the campus to add visual appeal. The new site also introduces a campus video tour, hosted by Lakeland's student ambassadors, and ready access to everything from Lakeland's NCAA athletic team scores to a financial aid estimator for new students.

The site will interface with popular social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, accommodating the ability to gather and share information between prospective students and their parents.

"With the increasing number of prospective students that rely solely on our website, it's critical that our site be ever more engaging and user-friendly," said Nick Spaeth, Lakeland's director of admissions.

Lakeland's website has won multiple awards from the National Research Center for College & University Admissions (NRCCUA) for being one of the top admissions websites in the country.

"This new site represents the next step in Lakeland's award-winning website tradition," Irish said.

The new navigation might reduce the amount of time visitors spend on the site, mainly because visitors find what they need sooner.

"One of our goals is making the site more efficient for all visitors," Irish said. "If people are spending a lot of time on the site because they can't find what they need quickly, that's not a valuable experience."

10 Innovative Ways To Use Twitter For Business

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:13:00 -0800

Increasingly more companies use Twitter for business - to do market research, do brand advocacy and reputation management and provide selected highlights from a conference or event. Twitter allows them to expand their brand and thus generate new opportunities.

In this article, Mahendra shows you how you can integrate Twitter into your Powerpoint presentation and receive instant feedback. Steven has written about using hashtags effectively. And also, you can learn more about Twitter Lists to follow people more closely.

But to be more innovative in the use of Twitter for a business setting, here are 10 useful tips.

1. Expand Your Network

Using Twitter, you can join topic groups related to your business and career and gain valuable information from scanning others' tweets. Your company will gain new customers and potential partners. Do a search for keywords related to your product on Twitter Search and then follow the users.

Anyone can use Twitter to build a personal brand. Your customers and prospective clients will perceive you as an approachable social personality. Twitter is designed to establish consistent and deeper relationships for future benefits.

MoonBeam PR Partners with DynamicDevelop to Launch a New Business

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 18:10:00 -0700

Sheboygan, WI - DynamicDevelop, a full-service internet marketing solutions provider specializing in web development and redesign projects from concept to completion, has added a new client to its roster.

MoonBeamPR in Johnson Creek, WI, approached DynamicDevelop Internet Marketing for help with the development of a new website. MoonBeamPR was seeking input on the design, for branding purposes, and was confident in the skills of the people at DynamicDevelop. "Being in the PR business, I completely understand that value of a strong web presence," said owner Bridget Thomas. "I have known Jason for a few years and there was no doubt that he, and his team, were exactly who I wanted on the job. The staff at DynamicDevelop seemed to know what I was thinking before I could even express my thoughts to them. It was, by far, one of the best experiences I have had in starting my business," Thomas added.

MoonBeamPR's website (http://moonbeampr.com) is intended to reach out to local clients and display a professional appearance with creative flair. It was important for MoonBeamPR to have the ability to operate social media in conjunction with the typical items like work samples and client testimonials. Also, blogging was a key feature that DynamicDevelop was able to supply, so MoonBeamPR can continue to share the latest in marketing and PR for the small to mid-sized business audience.

Not only did DynamicDevelop create the site, they also transferred the hosting and email for the business, all to an easily accessible location. "It was so wonderful working with them. I am a writer, not a tech person, so Jason walked me through every step and even did most of the heavy lifting on his own. It was great to hand over those pieces that were beyond my understanding," added Thomas.

In addition to creating the website, DynamicDevelop provided an easy-to-use content management solution that allows MoonBeamPR to make necessary updates on their own with very little training.

MoonBeamPR, located in Johnson Creek, is a boutique of PR services. Traditional offerings include press release writing, newsletter design, brochure composition, direct mail campaigns, white papers, and social networking. Additional services like speech writing, crisis communication, editing, product descriptions, event planning, and even resume writing are all part of what you will at MoonBeamPR. If there is marketing, public relations, or writing services that a small to medium size business needs, the staff at MoonBeamPR will work to find a creative and effective solution.

Learn more by visiting http://moonbeampr.com or calling 920-980-7356.

DynamicDevelop Internet Marketing is a web solutions provider that creates elegant, innovative websites and marketing campaigns to help clients build their business online. A full-service resource for website concept and development, domain registration, web hosting, e-mail marketing and search engine marketing; DynamicDevelop has the expertise to grow your business.

Learn more by visiting http://dynamicdevelop.com or calling 920-547-4402. Hours by appointment only.

DynamicDevelop Introduces New Partner and Creative Director James Grunewald

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:43:00 -0700

Sheboygan, WI - James Grunewald has joined DynamicDevelop as Partner and Creative Director of Web Design.

James comes to DynamicDevelop with more than 12 years of web and print design experience, working for such companies as Kohler (Wisconsin), Zimmer-Madich and Andersen Windows (Minneapolis). In this newly-created role, James will expand the design services capabilities of DynamicDevelop to include flash design and help clients create a brand identity or further their already established brand.

Born and raised in Sheboygan, James has a good feel for the local market as well as an understanding of what it takes to be recognized nationwide -- and even worldwide. His experience with the Kohler Hospitality business has provided him with a background in driving local and out-of-state traffic to a resort destination. His involvement with the launch of websites in China, India and Italy, have made him aware of how a domestic brand must fit in with local cultures worldwide.

"Every business deserves a good website," says James. "There are a lot of well-built, functional websites out there, but they don't all consider the brand-building power of design or usability. Your website should be more than a destination, but an experience."

James holds a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts from UW-Oshkosh.

Notable projects include:

SaveWaterAmerica - www.savewateramerica.com
Kohler Flipside - www.kohler.com/flipside
Destination Kohler - www.destinationkohler.com
Kohler China - www.kohler.cn

Trinity Lutheran Church Finds A Friendly Partner In DynamicDevelop For Website Redesign

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:55:00 -0700

Sheboygan, WI - DynamicDevelop, a full-service internet marketing solutions provider specializing in web development and redesign projects from concept to completion, has added a new client to its roster.

Trinity Lutheran Church in the town of Wilson, WI, reached out to DynamicDevelop Internet Marketing for help with a website redesign to keep members enlightened about congregation information and activities. The freshly-designed website (http://trinitylutheran-townwilson.org) features: a calendar of events, information on child care services and bible study - even a blog post that highlights the latest messages from Pastor Jabs.

"This new website gives us a great opportunity to communicate more frequently with our members and anyone else that wants to share God's love with others," said Pastor Jabs. "Trinity Lutheran is an exciting congregation with many things to offer, and keeping our website up to date is very important."

In addition to improving the website's overall presentation, DynamicDevelop provided a content management solution that allows Trinity Lutheran to make necessary updates on their own with very little training.

Trinity Lutheran Church, located in the town of Wilson, advances the Kingdom of our Lord through Word and Sacrament and provides fellowship and care for one another. This exciting congregation provides: worship, uplifting music, a Christian Child Care, various group and fellowship activities, Bible studies and much more.
Learn more by visiting http://trinitylutheran-townwilson.org or call 920-458-8881.

DynamicDevelop Internet Marketing is a web solutions provider that creates elegant, innovative websites and marketing campaigns to help clients build their business online. A full-service resource for website concept and development, domain registration, web hosting, e-mail marketing and search engine marketing; DynamicDevelop has the expertise to grow your business.
Learn more by visiting http://dynamicdevelop.com or calling 920-547-4402. Hours by appointment only.

Early Bird Rotary Club Partners With DynamicDevelop To Launch New Commmunity-Focused Website

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:36:00 -0800

The Early Bird Rotary Club of Sheboygan, WI, a member-based group, that raises and donates money to a wide variety of charitable organizations both locally and around the world, chose DynamicDevelop Internet Marketing to create a new, comprehensive website as a resource for its members and the community. The freshly-designed website (http://earlybirdrotary.org) features: a member directory, club information, news and events, applications for memberships, scholarships and grants - even information and photos from the annual Lobster Boil fundraiser.

"The Early Bird Club leadership has been looking forward to this website as a key communication tool," said Club President Greg Burgett. "We're very pleased with the pace, design and integrity of the work that DynamicDevelop has provided."

Members value the intuitive format of the website as a place to stay current and as a destination for potential donors. Linda Cates, Public Relations Committee Chair emphasizes, "It's terrific that the tickets for our major Lobster Boil fundraiser, on July 24th, will now be available online."

The Early Bird Rotary Club, chartered in 1985, has donated almost a quarter of a million dollars to charitable organizations both locally and around the world. Through Rotary International, they've helped to eradicate polio worldwide and assisted in providing other humanitarian services, and encouraged high ethical standards in all vocations. The Rotary Foundation enables Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty.
For more information and membership information, visit http://earlybirdrotary.org or call 920-451-6264.

DynamicDevelop Internet Marketing is a web solutions provider that creates elegant, innovative websites and marketing campaigns to help clients build their business online. A full-service resource for website concept and development, domain registration, website and email hosting, email marketing and search engine marketing; DynamicDevelop has the expertise to grow your business online.
Learn more by visiting http://dynamicdevelop.com or calling 920-547-4402. Hours by appointment only.